How far is Annandale, MN from Bloomington, MN?
The driving distance from Annandale, MN to Bloomington, MN is about 57.5 miles (92.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 08m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 49.8 miles (80.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 17m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 08m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Hennepin County, Minnesota, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Annandale and Bloomington.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Annandale and Bloomington.
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Start on Oak Avenue South
119 m · 18 sec · Oak Avenue South
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Turn left onto Elm Street East
12.8 mi · 18 min · Elm Street East
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Continue on Minnesota Highway 55
2.6 mi · 4 min · Minnesota Highway 55
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Continue straight
23.4 mi · 34 min
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Take the ramp right toward I 494 South
1509 ft · 37 sec
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Merge slight left
16.2 mi · 20 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 35W South: Albert Lea
1038 ft · 25 sec
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Continue on I 35W South: Albert Lea
2054 ft · 50 sec
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Merge slight left
1 mi · 1 min
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Take the exit slight right toward 90th Street
1145 ft · 35 sec
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Turn left onto West 90th Street
63 m · 6 sec · West 90th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West 90th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Annandale and Bloomington.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Minnesota Highway 55
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23.4 mi · 00h 34m
Route Summary
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A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Annandale and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Bloomington.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Annandale to Bloomington?
The road trip is about 57.5 miles (92.6 km) and usually takes 01h 08m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Loretto is a useful midpoint, sitting about 28.6 miles from Annandale and 29 miles from Bloomington.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 49.8 miles (80.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.7 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:12 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.25 one way or $14.49 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 18 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Annandale and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Bloomington.
Stop Ideas Near Loretto
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Loretto.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Annandale and Bloomington. Straight-line distance: 49.76 mi (80.08 km).
#1 Annandale
City in Minnesota, United States
| Population | 3,546 |
| Coordinates | 45.2627400, -94.1244300 |
| Altitude | 326 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Bloomington
The most populous city in Hennepin County, Minnesota.
| Population | 84,583 |
| Coordinates | 44.8408000, -93.2982800 |
| Altitude | 252 |
| Country | United States |
End: West 90th Street (-93.29828, 44.84075)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 93 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 55m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 26m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 09m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 43m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.57 | $7.25 | $14.49 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $7.96 | $15.92 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $8.92 | $17.83 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $9.87 | $19.75 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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