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Distance from Alida to Detroit Lakes

Driving Distance
69.2 mi 111.3 km
Flying Distance
48.6 mi 78.2 km

Route Information

The driving distance from Alida, Minnesota to Detroit Lakes, Minnesota is 69.2 mi (111.3 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 48.6 mi (78.2 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 6 min

The estimated travel time by road is 1 hour 15 minutes

Traveling highway, substantial in a southwest direction. Average speeds around 56 mph.

Location Details

Origin:


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Place Alida
State/Province Minnesota
Country US
Latitude 47.383567
Longitude -95.234738
GPS 47.383567° N, 95.234738° W
Local Time 3:01 PM
Timezone America/Chicago

Destination:

Detroit Lakes
Place Detroit Lakes
State/Province Minnesota
Country US
Latitude 46.817181
Longitude -95.845325
GPS 46.817181° N, 95.845325° W
Local Time 3:01 PM
Timezone America/Chicago

Journey Summary

Traveling from Alida, Minnesota to Detroit Lakes, Minnesota covers 69.2 mi (111.3 km) in a southwest direction. This highway, substantial route typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (62.1-74.5 miles / 100-120 km). The primary route shown here saves 14 minutes compared to alternatives.

The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 56 mph (90 km/h).

Available Routes

MN-34 W/Lake Country Scenic Bywy
69.2 mi 1 hour 15 minutes
Shortest
MN-200 W and US-59 S
74.5 mi 1 hour 23 minutes
Co Hwy 37 and MN-34 W/Lake Country Scenic Bywy
62.1 mi 1 hour 10 minutes
Fastest

How is the distance calculated?

Driving distances are based on actual road data. We use advanced routing algorithms that consider traffic, tolls, highways, and local streets. For air distances (as the crow flies), we use the Vincenty formula. It's a precise method that accounts for the Earth's shape and provides accuracy up to 0.5 mm.

When multiple route options exist, we display both the shortest and fastest paths. Travel times are estimated based on typical speeds for each road type, though actual times may vary with traffic and weather conditions. All distances are shown in both miles and kilometers for convenience.