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Distance from Withrow to Forest Lake

Driving Distance
16.5 mi 26.6 km
Flying Distance
11.5 mi 18.5 km

Route Information

The driving distance from Withrow, Minnesota to Forest Lake, Minnesota is 16.5 mi (26.6 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 11.5 mi (18.5 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 1 min

The estimated travel time by road is 20 minutes

Traveling mixed highways and local roads, moderate in a northwest direction. Average speeds around 46 mph.

Location Details

Origin:


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Place Withrow
State/Province Minnesota
Country US
Latitude 45.124683
Longitude -92.897415
GPS 45.124683° N, 92.897415° W
Local Time 1:47 PM
Timezone America/Chicago

Destination:

Forest Lake
Place Forest Lake
State/Province Minnesota
Country US
Latitude 45.278856
Longitude -92.985218
GPS 45.278856° N, 92.985218° W
Local Time 1:47 PM
Timezone America/Chicago

Journey Summary

Traveling from Withrow, Minnesota to Forest Lake, Minnesota covers 16.5 mi (26.6 km) in a northwest direction. This mixed highways and local roads, moderate route typically takes 20 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (15.2-18.2 miles / 24-29 km). The primary route shown here saves 3 minutes compared to alternatives.

The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 46 mph (74 km/h).

Available Routes

Manning Trail N and Scandia Trail N
16.5 mi 20 minutes
Shortest
I-35E N
18.2 mi 23 minutes
Forest Blvd N
15.2 mi 20 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.