How far is Anoka, MN from Minneapolis, MN?
The driving distance from Anoka, MN to Minneapolis, MN is about 25.7 miles (41.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 28m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 16.2 miles (26.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 57m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 28m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
The most populous city in Sherburne County, Minnesota.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Anoka and Minneapolis.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Anoka and Minneapolis.
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Start on 3rd Avenue
24 m · 9 sec · 3rd Avenue
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Turn left onto East Main Street
1496 ft · 32 sec · East Main Street
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Turn left onto South Ferry Street
4.9 mi · 8 min · South Ferry Street
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 610 East
1564 ft · 38 sec
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Merge slight left onto MN-610
3.8 mi · 4 min · MN-610
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 252 South
3113 ft · 1 min
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Continue straight
3.4 mi · 4 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 94 East: Minneapolis
3123 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight right
4.4 mi · 6 min
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Keep slight right
2056 ft · 25 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on 4th Street North
1.6 km · 2 min
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Keep slight right to continue on 2nd Avenue North
1328 ft · 40 sec
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Turn left onto 2nd Avenue North
861 ft · 36 sec · 2nd Avenue North
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Turn right onto North Washington Avenue
3167 ft · 2 min · North Washington Avenue
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Continue on Washington Avenue South
798 ft · 32 sec · Washington Avenue South
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Washington Avenue South
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Anoka and Minneapolis.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
South Ferry Street
Turn left onto South Ferry Street
4.92 mi · 00h 08m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Chance Snow Showers leaving Anoka and Chance Rain And Snow Showers near Minneapolis.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Anoka to Minneapolis?
The road trip is about 25.7 miles (41.3 km) and usually takes 00h 28m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Co on Rapids is a useful midpoint, sitting about 10.4 miles from Anoka and 15.3 miles from Minneapolis.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 16.2 miles (26.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.5 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:32 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.25 one way or $6.50 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 8.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Snow Showers around Anoka and Chance Rain And Snow Showers near Minneapolis.
Stop Ideas Near Co on Rapids
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Minneapolis City Hall
St. Louis Park City Hall
Champlin Utility Billing
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Co on Rapids.
Saint Paul Union Depot
St. Cloud
Red Wing station
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Anoka and Minneapolis. Straight-line distance: 16.21 mi (26.08 km).
#1 Anoka
City in and county seat of Anoka County, Minnesota
| Population | 17,517 |
| Coordinates | 45.1977400, -93.3871800 |
| Altitude | 268 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Minneapolis
The largest city in Minnesota, Minneapolis is a major center for business, finance, and culture.
| Population | 433,111 |
| Coordinates | 44.9799700, -93.2638400 |
| Altitude | 253 |
| Country | United States |
End: Washington Avenue South (-93.263838, 44.979973)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 41 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 51m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 25m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 19m |
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 | $3.25 | $6.50 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $3.57 | $7.14 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $4.00 | $7.99 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $4.43 | $8.85 |
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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