How far is Apple Valley, MN from Montevideo, MN?
The driving distance from Apple Valley, MN to Montevideo, MN is about 135.7 miles (218.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 58m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 123.3 miles (198.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 56m 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 02h 58m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Apple Valley and Montevideo.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Apple Valley and Montevideo.
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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
8.8 mi · 11 min
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Keep slight left
1777 ft · 25 sec
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 5 West, US 212 West
1.8 mi · 2 min
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Keep slight right
9 mi · 12 min
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Turn right onto Rolling Acres Road
1.2 mi · 2 min · Rolling Acres Road
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Turn left
3.2 mi · 5 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
40 m · 2 sec
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Exit the roundabout
5.8 mi · 8 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
46 m · 3 sec
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Exit the roundabout
2.5 mi · 3 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
50 m · 3 sec
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Exit the roundabout
9 mi · 11 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
37 m · 2 sec
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Exit the roundabout
50.6 mi · 1 hr 6 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward 195th Avenue
47 m · 2 sec · 195th Avenue
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Exit the roundabout onto 195th Avenue
33.4 mi · 43 min · 195th Avenue
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Turn left onto Benson Road
1050 ft · 34 sec · Benson Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Black Oak Avenue
33 m · 5 sec · Black Oak Avenue
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Turn right onto North 8th Street
84 m · 14 sec · North 8th Street
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Turn right onto Eureka Avenue
18 m · 3 sec · Eureka Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Eureka Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Apple Valley and Montevideo.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Rolling Acres Road
Exit the roundabout
50.6 mi · 01h 06m
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.
Sunny leaving Apple Valley and Sunny near Montevideo.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Apple Valley to Montevideo?
The road trip is about 135.7 miles (218.4 km) and usually takes 02h 58m 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?
Hutchinson is a useful midpoint, sitting about 67.7 miles from Apple Valley and 68 miles from Montevideo.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 123.3 miles (198.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.4 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 12:34 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.10 one way or $34.19 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 42.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Apple Valley and Sunny near Montevideo.
Stop Ideas Near Hutchinson
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 Hutchinson.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Apple Valley and Montevideo. Straight-line distance: 123.35 mi (198.51 km).
#1 Apple Valley
A city in Dakota County, Minnesota.
| Population | 54,847 |
| Coordinates | 44.7319100, -93.2177200 |
| Altitude | 291 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Montevideo
City in Minnesota, United States
| Population | 5,027 |
| Coordinates | 44.9480300, -95.7170100 |
| Altitude | 284 |
| Country | United States |
End: Montevideo (-95.71701, 44.94803)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 218 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 31m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 23m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 42m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 15m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 56m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 41m |
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 | $17.10 | $34.19 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $18.78 | $37.56 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $21.04 | $42.08 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $23.30 | $46.60 |
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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