How far is Bloomington, MN from Fulda, MN?
The driving distance from Bloomington, MN to Fulda, MN is about 161.8 miles (260.4 km), with a travel time of about 03h 22m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 132 miles (212.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 45m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 22m.
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City in Blue Earth County, Minnesota, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bloomington and Fulda.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bloomington and Fulda.
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Start on West 90th Street
63 m · 13 sec · West 90th Street
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Turn left onto West Bloomington Freeway
46 m · 4 sec · West Bloomington Freeway
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Take the ramp straight toward I 35W South
815 ft · 20 sec
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Merge slight right
4.1 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 13 South: Shakopee
2600 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
4.9 mi · 7 min
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Keep slight left to continue on US 169 South, CR 21: Mankato
2.1 mi · 2 min
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Merge slight left
7.3 mi · 8 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 41, CR 78: Chestnut Boulevard
1473 ft · 36 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on CR 78: Chestnut Boulevard
69 m · 7 sec
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Continue on County Road 78
1252 ft · 25 sec · County Road 78
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Turn right onto Louisville Road
2 mi · 4 min · Louisville Road
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Turn right onto 147th Street
1775 ft · 43 sec · 147th Street
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Turn left onto Red Rock Drive
1624 ft · 35 sec · Red Rock Drive
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Take the ramp straight toward US 169 South
80 m · 7 sec
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Merge slight left
11.1 mi · 13 min
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Continue straight
3.8 mi · 4 min
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Continue straight
23.7 mi · 29 min
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Continue straight
14.3 mi · 18 min
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Continue straight
61.6 mi · 1 hr 13 min
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Continue on 2nd Avenue North
2369 ft · 1 min · 2nd Avenue North
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Turn right onto 6th Street
1.2 km · 2 min · 6th Street
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Continue on State Highway 62
23.2 mi · 31 min · State Highway 62
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Continue on East Front Street
2031 ft · 58 sec · East Front Street
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Turn right onto North St Paul Avenue
91 m · 8 sec · North St Paul Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North St Paul Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bloomington and Fulda.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
US 169 South
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61.6 mi · 01h 13m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Bloomington and Chance Rain Showers near Fulda.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bloomington to Fulda?
The road trip is about 161.8 miles (260.4 km) and usually takes 03h 22m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Lake Crystal is a useful midpoint, sitting about 80.8 miles from Bloomington and 81 miles from Fulda.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 132 miles (212.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 29.8 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:14 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.38 one way or $40.76 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 50.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Bloomington and Chance Rain Showers near Fulda.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bloomington and Fulda. Straight-line distance: 132 mi (212.44 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 Fulda
City in Minnesota, United States
| Population | 1,206 |
| Coordinates | 43.8705200, -95.6002900 |
| Altitude | 464 |
| Country | United States |
End: Fulda (-95.60029, 43.87052)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 260 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 23m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 02m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 14m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 41m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 18m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 01m |
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 | $20.38 | $40.76 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $22.39 | $44.78 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $25.08 | $50.16 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $27.77 | $55.55 |
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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