24 Hour Urgent Care in Duluth, MN
Duluth urgent care centers serve the largest city on the Great Lakes' western shore and St. Louis County's regional hub, anchored by Essentia Health and St. Luke's with walk-in clinics along Miller Trunk Highway, London Road, and Central Entrance near the University of Minnesota Duluth campus. The city's port and shipping economy, outdoor recreation tourism drawing visitors for hiking, skiing, and the famous Grandma's Marathon, and regional healthcare role serving patients from the Iron Range mining communities and rural northern Minnesota create urgent care demand that peaks in summer tourist season and winter cold-weather illness months.
Urgent care hours in Duluth, MN: The earliest opening time among Duluth, MN's 3 listed urgent care clinics is 8am, and the latest closing time is 7pm. 0 locations stay open past 9pm, and 2 are open on weekends — use the Open Now filter below to see who's currently accepting patients.
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Essentia Health Urgent Care-Duluth (Building F)
Essentia Health Urgent Care-West Duluth
Brightwater Health Walk-In Care
What to Expect at Urgent Care in Duluth, MN
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Health Considerations in Minnesota
Minnesota's severe winters — with temperatures regularly falling to -20°F or colder in northern regions — make cold-weather emergencies including frostbite, hypothermia, and winter car accident injuries a significant part of the urgent care caseload from November through March. The state's strong outdoor culture also means skiing, snowmobiling, and ice fishing injuries are common in winter, while summer water sports on the state's 10,000+ lakes drive a seasonal wave of water recreation injuries and ear infections.
Urgent Care in Duluth, MN — Frequently Asked Questions
Is urgent care open on weekends in Duluth, MN?
Yes — 2 of the 3 urgent care centers listed above for Duluth, MN are open on Saturdays and Sundays. Some locations have reduced Sunday hours, so check the listings above for exact weekend hours at each clinic. If you need care on a Sunday evening, it's worth calling ahead to confirm the location hasn't closed early.
Do I need an appointment for urgent care in Duluth, MN?
No appointment is needed at most Duluth, MN urgent care centers. Walk-ins are welcome at all locations listed above. Some clinics offer online check-in so you can hold your spot in line before you arrive and reduce your time in the waiting room — check the clinic's website or Google listing to see if this is available.
How much does urgent care cost in Duluth, MN?
A typical urgent care visit in Duluth, MN costs between $100 and $200 without insurance for a basic exam. Additional services — such as X-rays, lab tests, rapid strep or flu tests, or stitches — will increase the total. Most clinics will provide a cost estimate when you call, and many post their self-pay rates on their website. See our full urgent care cost guide for a detailed breakdown.
Does urgent care in Duluth, MN accept Medicaid?
Many urgent care centers in Duluth, MN accept Minnesota Medicaid along with Medicare and major commercial insurance plans, but acceptance varies by clinic and by Medicaid managed-care plan. Call ahead to confirm the location takes your specific plan and is in-network before your visit.
What is the wait time at urgent care in Duluth, MN?
Wait times vary by clinic. Brightwater Health Walk-In Care is the highest-rated option among the 3 clinics listed here, at 5★. Weekday mornings tend to have the shortest waits industry-wide, and online check-in — where available — can reduce time in the waiting room.
What can urgent care treat in Duluth, MN?
Duluth, MN urgent care centers treat a wide range of non-life-threatening conditions including colds, flu, strep throat, ear infections, urinary tract infections, minor cuts and lacerations, sprains, rashes, pink eye, and more. Many locations also provide X-rays, lab work, and vaccinations. For chest pain, difficulty breathing, stroke symptoms, or other emergencies, go to the nearest ER or call 911.
Should I go to urgent care or the ER in Duluth, MN?
Choose urgent care for non-life-threatening conditions — infections, minor injuries, illness, and anything that isn't immediately dangerous. Go to the ER (or call 911) for chest pain, difficulty breathing, suspected stroke, severe bleeding, loss of consciousness, or any situation that could be life-threatening. Urgent care is typically faster and far less expensive for the conditions it's designed to handle. See our full ER vs. urgent care guide for more detail.
How many urgent care options does Duluth, MN have?
Duluth, MN has 3 listed urgent care clinics, averaging 4.1★ across 88 reviews. See the full list above for addresses, phone numbers, and hours.