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Distance from Independence to Mendota

Driving Distance
37.1 mi 59.6 km
Flying Distance
28.3 mi 45.5 km

Route Information

The driving distance from Independence, Minnesota to Mendota, Minnesota is 37.1 mi (59.6 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 28.3 mi (45.5 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 3 min

The estimated travel time by road is 42 minutes

Traveling mixed highways and local roads, moderate in a east direction. Average speeds around 54 mph.

Location Details

Origin:

Independence
Place Independence
State/Province Minnesota
Country US
Latitude 45.025241
Longitude -93.707463
GPS 45.025241° N, 93.707463° W
Local Time 7:34 AM
Timezone America/Chicago

Destination:

Mendota
Place Mendota
State/Province Minnesota
Country US
Latitude 44.887188
Longitude -93.164387
GPS 44.887188° N, 93.164387° W
Local Time 7:34 AM
Timezone America/Chicago

Journey Summary

Traveling from Independence, Minnesota to Mendota, Minnesota covers 37.1 mi (59.6 km) in a east direction. This mixed highways and local roads, moderate route typically takes 42 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (35.7-39.8 miles / 57-64 km). The primary route shown here saves 8 minutes compared to alternatives.

The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 54 mph (87 km/h).

Available Routes

US-12 E, MN-100 S and MN-62 E
37.1 mi 42 minutes
Shortest
Hwy 55 E and MN-62 E
39.8 mi 49 minutes
US-12 E and MN-62 E
35.7 mi 42 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.