How far is Bloomington, MN from Circle Pines, MN?
The driving distance from Bloomington, MN to Circle Pines, MN is about 26.1 miles (42 km), with a travel time of about 00h 35m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 22.4 miles (36.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 10m 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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City in Ramsey County, Minnesota
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bloomington and Circle Pines.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bloomington and Circle Pines.
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Start on West 90th Street
50 m · 10 sec · West 90th Street
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Take the ramp left toward I 35W North
931 ft · 23 sec
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Merge slight left
9 mi · 12 min
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Keep slight right
5.6 mi · 7 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 36
1758 ft · 25 sec
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Merge slight left
1359 ft · 19 sec
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Keep slight left
7.1 mi · 9 min
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Keep slight left
1 mi · 1 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Lake Drive
1963 ft · 48 sec
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Continue on Lake Drive Northeast
2.1 mi · 3 min · Lake Drive Northeast
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Turn left onto Pine Drive
97 m · 16 sec · Pine Drive
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Turn slight left onto Crossway Drive
100 m · 14 sec · Crossway Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Crossway Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bloomington and Circle Pines.
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 35W North
Merge slight left
8.98 mi · 00h 12m
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.
Sunny leaving Bloomington and Sunny near Circle Pines.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bloomington to Circle Pines?
The road trip is about 26.1 miles (42 km) and usually takes 00h 35m 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?
Lauderdale is a useful midpoint, sitting about 13 miles from Bloomington and 13 miles from Circle Pines.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 22.4 miles (36.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.7 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 7:20 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.28 one way or $6.57 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 8.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Bloomington and Sunny near Circle Pines.
Stop Ideas Near Lauderdale
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Minneapolis City Hall
City of Bloomington
Mall of America®
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Lauderdale.
Saint Paul Union Depot
Red Wing station
St. Cloud
Menomonie, WI
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bloomington and Circle Pines. Straight-line distance: 22.44 mi (36.11 km).
#1 Bloomington
The most populous city in Hennepin County, Minnesota.
| Population | 84,583 |
| Coordinates | 44.8408000, -93.2982800 |
| Altitude | 252 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Circle Pines
City in Anoka County, Minnesota, United States
| Population | 4,928 |
| Coordinates | 45.1485800, -93.1516100 |
| Altitude | 277 |
| Country | United States |
End: Circle Pines (-93.15161, 45.14858)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 42 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.57 | $3.28 | $6.57 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $3.61 | $7.21 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $4.04 | $8.08 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $4.47 | $8.95 |
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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