How far is Bloomington, MN from Grant, MN?
The driving distance from Bloomington, MN to Grant, MN is about 33.1 miles (53.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 47m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 25.4 miles (40.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 35m 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 00h 47m.
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
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Washington 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 Grant.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bloomington and Grant.
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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
1.4 km · 1 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 494 East, MN 5 East
1527 ft · 37 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 494 East, MN 5 East
1188 ft · 29 sec
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Merge slight left
20 mi · 25 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 right onto Stillwater Road
736 ft · 20 sec · Stillwater Road
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Continue on 75th Street North
1.6 km · 3 min · 75th Street North
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Turn left onto Jamaca Avenue North
1.9 mi · 5 min · Jamaca Avenue North
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Turn right onto Dellwood Road
1.1 km · 1 min · Dellwood Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Dellwood Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bloomington and Grant.
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
20 mi · 00h 25m
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 Bloomington and Sunny near Grant.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bloomington to Grant?
The road trip is about 33.1 miles (53.2 km) and usually takes 00h 47m 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?
Newport is a useful midpoint, sitting about 16.5 miles from Bloomington and 16.5 miles from Grant.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 25.4 miles (40.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.7 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:54 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.14 one way or $8.28 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Bloomington and Sunny near Grant.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bloomington and Grant. Straight-line distance: 25.35 mi (40.8 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 Grant
City in Washington County, Minnesota
| Population | 4,147 |
| Coordinates | 45.0844100, -92.9104900 |
| Altitude | 308 |
| Country | United States |
End: Grant (-92.91049, 45.08441)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 53 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 06m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 28m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 24m |
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 | $4.14 | $8.28 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $4.55 | $9.10 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $5.09 | $10.19 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $5.64 | $11.28 |
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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