How far is Apple Valley, MN from Saint Peter, MN?
The driving distance from Apple Valley, MN to Saint Peter, MN is about 56 miles (90.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 15m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 46.1 miles (74.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 30m 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.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 15m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Apple Valley and Saint Peter.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Apple Valley and Saint Peter.
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Start on County Road 42
5.8 mi · 11 min · County Road 42
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Continue on Egan Drive
2.5 mi · 4 min · Egan Drive
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Turn left onto Highway 13 South
3.3 mi · 5 min · Highway 13 South
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway
44 m · 3 sec · Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway
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Exit the roundabout onto Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway
1.3 km · 1 min · Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway
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Continue on Langford Boulevard/Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway
2659 ft · 49 sec · Langford Boulevard/Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway
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Continue on Langford Boulevard /Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway
2.9 mi · 4 min · Langford Boulevard /Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway
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Turn slight right
674 ft · 10 sec
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Continue on Country Trail East /Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway
1.3 mi · 2 min · Country Trail East /Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway
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Continue on Country Trail West /Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway
5 mi · 6 min · Country Trail West /Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway
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Continue on East 2nd Street /Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway
2566 ft · 50 sec · East 2nd Street /Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway
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Continue on 2nd Street East
3224 ft · 2 min · 2nd Street East
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward 2nd Street West
33 m · 2 sec · 2nd Street West
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Exit the roundabout onto 2nd Street West
1196 ft · 22 sec · 2nd Street West
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Turn left
5.8 mi · 7 min
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Continue straight
3.8 mi · 4 min
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Continue straight
22.9 mi · 27 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Minnesota Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Apple Valley and Saint Peter.
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.
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22.9 mi · 00h 27m
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.
Areas Of Frost then Sunny leaving Apple Valley and Areas Of Frost near Saint Peter.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Apple Valley to Saint Peter?
The road trip is about 56 miles (90.1 km) and usually takes 01h 15m 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?
Lawrence is a useful midpoint, sitting about 28 miles from Apple Valley and 28 miles from Saint Peter.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 46.1 miles (74.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.9 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 4:00 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.07 one way or $14.13 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 17.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Areas Of Frost then Sunny around Apple Valley and Areas Of Frost near Saint Peter.
Stop Ideas Near Lawrence
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 Lawrence.
Saint Paul Union Depot
Red Wing station
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Apple Valley and Saint Peter. Straight-line distance: 46.11 mi (74.2 km).
#1 Apple Valley
A city in Dakota County, Minnesota.
| Population | 54,847 |
| Coordinates | 44.7319100, -93.2177200 |
| Altitude | 291 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Saint Peter
City in Nicollet County, Minnesota, United States
| Population | 12,033 |
| Coordinates | 44.3235800, -93.9580100 |
| Altitude | 234 |
| Country | United States |
End: Saint Peter (-93.95801, 44.32358)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 90 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 51m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 23m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 07m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 55m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 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 | $7.07 | $14.13 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $7.76 | $15.53 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $8.70 | $17.39 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $9.63 | $19.26 |
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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