How far is Apple Valley, MN from Champlin, MN?
The driving distance from Apple Valley, MN to Champlin, MN is about 38.8 miles (62.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 52m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 32.7 miles (52.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 44m 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 00h 52m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
The most populous city in Hennepin County, Minnesota.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Apple Valley and Champlin.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Apple Valley and Champlin.
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Start on County Road 42
11 m · 6 sec · County Road 42
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Turn right onto Cedar Avenue
9.5 mi · 12 min · Cedar Avenue
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Take the exit slight right toward I 494 West, MN 5 West
973 ft · 26 sec
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Merge slight left
5 mi · 6 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 100
1623 ft · 40 sec
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Merge slight left
12.2 mi · 15 min
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Take the exit slight right toward CR 81 North
1735 ft · 42 sec
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Merge slight left onto County Road 81
48 m · 2 sec · County Road 81
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Continue on Bottineau Boulevard
5.3 mi · 8 min · Bottineau Boulevard
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Take the exit slight right toward US 169 North
2008 ft · 49 sec
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Merge slight left
5.2 mi · 7 min
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Turn left onto Dean Avenue East
1960 ft · 58 sec · Dean Avenue East
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Turn right onto Independence Avenue North
121 m · 19 sec · Independence Avenue North
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Turn right onto Richardson Avenue East
9 m · 1 sec · Richardson Avenue East
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Richardson Avenue East
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Apple Valley and Champlin.
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.
MN 100
Merge slight left
12.2 mi · 00h 15m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Chance Rain And Snow Showers leaving Apple Valley and Chance Snow Showers near Champlin.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Apple Valley to Champlin?
The road trip is about 38.8 miles (62.5 km) and usually takes 00h 52m 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?
Saint Louis Park is a useful midpoint, sitting about 19.4 miles from Apple Valley and 19.4 miles from Champlin.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 32.7 miles (52.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.1 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 4:46 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.89 one way or $9.78 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain And Snow Showers around Apple Valley and Chance Snow Showers near Champlin.
Stop Ideas Near Saint Louis Park
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Apple Valley and Champlin. Straight-line distance: 32.77 mi (52.74 km).
#1 Apple Valley
A city in Dakota County, Minnesota.
| Population | 54,847 |
| Coordinates | 44.7319100, -93.2177200 |
| Altitude | 291 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Champlin
City in Hennepin County, Minnesota
| Population | 25,049 |
| Coordinates | 45.1888500, -93.3974500 |
| Altitude | 260 |
| Country | United States |
End: Champlin (-93.39745, 45.18885)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 63 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 17m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 58m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 29m |
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 | $4.89 | $9.78 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $5.37 | $10.74 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $6.02 | $12.03 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $6.66 | $13.33 |
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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