Origin
Keewatin, MN
Evening in Keewatin on Wednesday
Local time
5:29 PM
CDT
Current temp
34°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Keewatin, MN to Bowstring, MN
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
1h 24m
Distance
56.6 mi
91 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 18m
★
6 AM
1h 25m
8 AM
1h 38m
10 AM
1h 29m
12 PM
1h 28m
3 PM
1h 30m
5 PM
1h 37m
8 PM
1h 21m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Keewatin, MN
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
The drive from Keewatin, MN to Bowstring, MN covers 56.6 miles and takes about 1h 24m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Highway 169 West, Northwest 4th Street, State Highway 6 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 25.2 miles on Highway 169 West. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.42 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
28.3 miles from Keewatin, MN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 39m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 1h 24m highway drive covering 56.6 miles, with most of the trip on Highway 169 West and Northwest 4th Street. The longest continuous stretch is about 25.2 miles on Highway 169 West.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 9 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Highway 169 West is the longest continuous segment at about 25.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Highway 169 West and Northwest 4th Street. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near CR 16 / 1st Street.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Keewatin, MN to Bowstring, MN is easy. At 1h 24m with 70% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (CR 16 / 1st Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles (US 169 / Highway 169 West): Navigation decision point; at 41.2 miles (MN 6 / Division Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
4 of 4 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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CR 16 / 1st Street
Turn left onto CR 16 / 1st Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.6 mi into trip
|
~1m in
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US 169 / Highway 169 West
Turn right onto US 169 / Highway 169 West
Navigation decision point
4
41.2 mi into trip
|
~57m in
|
MN 6 / Division Street
Turn right onto MN 6 / Division Street
Navigation decision point
4
56.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 24m in
|
County Road 133
Turn left onto County Road 133
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Highway 169 West | 25.2 mi | 33m |
| Northwest 4th Street | 14.6 mi | 20m |
| State Highway 6 | 14.5 mi | 25m |
| Division Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Northeast 4th Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| 1st Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Old Hwy 169 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| County Road 133 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Highway 169 West
— 25.2 mi, about 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Keewatin, MN and Bowstring, MN.
1
Start on CR 82
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Old Hwy 169
2
Turn left onto CR 16
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
1st Street
3
Turn right onto US 169
25 mi
·
33 min
·
Highway 169 West
4
Continue on US 169
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Northeast 4th Street
5
Continue on US 2
15 mi
·
20 min
·
Northwest 4th Street
6
Turn right onto MN 6
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Division Street
7
Continue on MN 6
14 mi
·
25 min
·
State Highway 6
8
Turn left onto County Road 133
200 ft
·
8 sec
·
County Road 133
9
Arrive at destination
County Road 133
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 28.3 miles from Keewatin, MN, or about 39m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 25.2 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 12 miles or 16m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 28.3 miles or 39m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 9m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bowstring, MN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Keewatin, MN so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Keewatin, MN
This is one driving day of about 56.6 miles and 1h 24m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 12 miles from Keewatin, MN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Highway 169 West for about 25.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 28.3 mi from Keewatin, MN · 39m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 28.3 miles from Keewatin, MN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bowstring, MN
The final approach into Bowstring, MN usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.42 one way
$16.85 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $9.08 | $18.15 |
| premium | $4.53 | $10.10 | $20.20 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.50 | $24.99 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$33–$58
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17 | 0 | $5.94 | $2.72 |
| Efficient EV | 14.2 | 0 | $4.95 | $2.26 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.6 | 0 | $7.92 | $3.62 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Bowstring, MN
Evening in Bowstring on Wednesday
Local time
5:29 PM
CDT
Current temp
33°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
63°F
Grand Rapids, MN
28 mi in
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
1 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 24m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Keewatin, MN to Bowstring, MN covers 56.6 miles and takes about 1h 24m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Highway 169 West, Northwest 4th Street, State Highway 6. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 28.3 miles from Keewatin, MN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.42 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Keewatin, MN to Bowstring, MN is easy. At 1h 24m with 70% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (CR 16 / 1st Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles (US 169 / Highway 169 West): Navigation decision point; at 41.2 miles (MN 6 / Division Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Keewatin, MN to Bowstring, MN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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