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Distance from McGrath to Sandstone

Driving Distance
28 mi 45.1 km
Flying Distance
20.8 mi 33.5 km

Route Information

The driving distance from McGrath, Minnesota to Sandstone, Minnesota is 28 mi (45.1 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 20.8 mi (33.5 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 3 min

The estimated travel time by road is 31 minutes

Traveling mixed highways and local roads, moderate in a east direction. Average speeds around 55 mph.

Location Details

Origin:


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Place McGrath
State/Province Minnesota
Country US
Latitude 46.239948
Longitude -93.27245
GPS 46.239948° N, 93.27245° W
Local Time 8:31 PM
Timezone America/Chicago

Destination:

Sandstone
Place Sandstone
State/Province Minnesota
Country US
Latitude 46.13106
Longitude -92.867423
GPS 46.13106° N, 92.867423° W
Local Time 8:31 PM
Timezone America/Chicago

Journey Summary

Traveling from McGrath, Minnesota to Sandstone, Minnesota covers 28 mi (45.1 km) in a east direction. This mixed highways and local roads, moderate route typically takes 31 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 2 route options between these locations (27.4-28.0 miles / 44-45 km). The primary route shown here saves 50 seconds compared to alternatives.

The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 55 mph (89 km/h).

Available Routes

MN-18 E and Finlayson Rd
28 mi 31 minutes
Shortest
MN-18 E
27.4 mi 30 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.