How far is Apple Valley, MN from Mahtomedi, MN?
The driving distance from Apple Valley, MN to Mahtomedi, MN is about 31.9 miles (51.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 45m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 26.7 miles (43 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 30m 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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Halfway Point
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City in Minnesota, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Apple Valley and Mahtomedi.
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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
2.9 mi · 4 min · Cedar Avenue
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Take the exit slight right toward I 35E North: Saint Paul
1.4 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left
5.9 mi · 6 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 494 West, I 494 East
1450 ft · 35 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 494 East
1.1 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left
12.1 mi · 15 min
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Continue straight
5.4 mi · 7 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 36 East: Stillwater
2712 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight right
122 m · 6 sec
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Take the exit slight right toward CH 29: Hilton Trail
1473 ft · 37 sec
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Turn left onto Hilton Trail North
25 m · 8 sec · Hilton Trail North
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Continue on Hilton Trail North
135 m · 38 sec · Hilton Trail North
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Hilton Trail North
41 m · 6 sec · Hilton Trail North
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Exit the roundabout onto Hilton Trail North
1.5 mi · 2 min · Hilton Trail North
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Turn left onto Stillwater Road
1898 ft · 55 sec · Stillwater Road
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Turn right onto Warner Avenue North
1.3 km · 2 min · Warner Avenue North
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Turn right onto Juniper Street
654 ft · 33 sec · Juniper Street
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Turn left onto Griffin Avenue
142 m · 20 sec · Griffin Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Griffin Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Apple Valley and Mahtomedi.
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.
I 494 East
Merge slight left
12.1 mi · 00h 15m
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.
Partly Sunny leaving Apple Valley and Partly Sunny near Mahtomedi.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Apple Valley to Mahtomedi?
The road trip is about 31.9 miles (51.3 km) and usually takes 00h 45m 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?
South Saint Paul is a useful midpoint, sitting about 15.9 miles from Apple Valley and 16 miles from Mahtomedi.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 26.7 miles (43 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.2 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 7:00 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.03 one way or $8.07 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Apple Valley and Partly Sunny near Mahtomedi.
Stop Ideas Near South Saint Paul
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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Saint Paul Union Depot
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Apple Valley and Mahtomedi. Straight-line distance: 26.73 mi (43.01 km).
#1 Apple Valley
A city in Dakota County, Minnesota.
| Population | 54,847 |
| Coordinates | 44.7319100, -93.2177200 |
| Altitude | 291 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Mahtomedi
City in Washington County, Minnesota, United States of America
| Population | 8,276 |
| Coordinates | 45.0696900, -92.9516000 |
| Altitude | 303 |
| Country | United States |
End: Mahtomedi (-92.9516, 45.06969)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 51 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 23m |
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 | $4.03 | $8.07 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $4.43 | $8.86 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $4.96 | $9.93 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $5.50 | $10.99 |
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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