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Distance from Bigfork to Rainy Lake
Route Information
The driving distance from Bigfork, Minnesota to Rainy Lake, Minnesota is 86.6 mi (139.4 km)
The straight-line (air) distance is 51.8 mi (83.4 km)
The estimated flight time is 0 hr 6 min
The estimated travel time by road is 1 hour 35 minutes
Traveling highway, substantial in a north direction. Average speeds around 56 mph.
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Journey Summary
Traveling from Bigfork, Minnesota to Rainy Lake, Minnesota covers 86.6 mi (139.4 km) in a north direction. This highway, substantial route typically takes 1 hour 35 minutes under normal conditions.
Drivers have 2 route options between these locations (84.2-86.6 miles / 136-139 km). The primary route shown here saves 6 minutes compared to alternatives.
The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 56 mph (90 km/h).
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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.