Origin
Silver Bay, MN
Evening in Silver Bay on Thursday
Local time
5:00 PM
CDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Silver Bay, MN to Whyte, MN
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h
Distance
27.5 mi
44 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 56m
★
6 AM
1h 1m
8 AM
1h 11m
10 AM
1h 4m
12 PM
1h 3m
3 PM
1h 5m
5 PM
1h 10m
8 PM
0h 58m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Silver Bay, MN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Silver Bay, MN to Whyte, MN covers 27.5 miles and takes about 1h behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on National Forest Hwy 11, Stony River Forest Road, Lax Lake Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 17.2 miles on National Forest Hwy 11. At current regular gas prices, budget about $4.09 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h. Total distance: 27.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (63%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 1h highway drive covering 27.5 miles, with most of the trip on National Forest Hwy 11 and Stony River Forest Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 17.2 miles on National Forest Hwy 11.
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.
National Forest Hwy 11 is the longest continuous segment at about 17.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on National Forest Hwy 11 and Stony River Forest Road. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 21.5 miles in near Stony River Forest Road.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Silver Bay, MN to Whyte, MN is easy. At 1h with 63% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
There is one spot that needs extra attention: at 21.5 miles (Stony River Forest Road): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
1 of 1 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
21.5 mi into trip
|
~37m in
|
Stony River Forest Road
Turn right onto Stony River Forest Road
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| National Forest Hwy 11 | 17.2 mi | 30m |
| Stony River Forest Road | 5.9 mi | 22m |
| Lax Lake Road | 2 mi | 3m |
| Penn Boulevard | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Outer Drive | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Water Plant Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
National Forest Hwy 11
— 17.2 mi, about 30m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Silver Bay, MN and Whyte, MN.
1
Start on Water Plant Road
10 ft
·
2 sec
·
Water Plant Road
2
Continue on CR 5; FH 11
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Outer Drive
3
Continue on CR 5; FH 11
0.5 mi
·
51 sec
·
Penn Boulevard
4
Continue on CR 5; FH 11
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
National Forest Hwy 11
5
Continue on CR 5; FH 11
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Penn Boulevard
6
Continue on CR 4; FH 11
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Lax Lake Road
7
Turn straight onto CR 15; FH 11
16 mi
·
28 min
·
National Forest Hwy 11
8
Turn right onto Stony River Forest Road
5.9 mi
·
22 min
·
Stony River Forest Road
9
Arrive at destination
Stony River Forest Road
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.09 one way
$8.19 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $4.41 | $8.82 |
| premium | $4.53 | $4.91 | $9.81 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.07 | $12.14 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.3 | 0 | $2.89 | $1.32 |
| Efficient EV | 6.9 | 0 | $2.41 | $1.10 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11 | 0 | $3.85 | $1.76 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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
Whyte, MN
Evening in Whyte on Thursday
Local time
5:00 PM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
8 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 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 Silver Bay, MN to Whyte, MN covers 27.5 miles and takes about 1h without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are National Forest Hwy 11, Stony River Forest Road, Lax Lake Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 13.7 miles from Silver Bay, MN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.09 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 Silver Bay, MN to Whyte, MN is easy. At 1h with 63% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
There is one spot that needs extra attention: at 21.5 miles (Stony River Forest Road): Navigation decision point.
The route from Silver Bay, MN to Whyte, MN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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