How far is Bloomington, MN from Minnetrista, MN?
The driving distance from Bloomington, MN to Minnetrista, MN is about 27.1 miles (43.6 km), with a travel time of about 00h 45m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 21.6 miles (34.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 31m 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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City in Minnesota, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bloomington and Minnetrista.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bloomington and Minnetrista.
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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 left to continue on I 494 West, MN 5 West
1.3 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left
5.8 mi · 7 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
1.7 mi · 3 min
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Turn right onto County Road 44
2 mi · 5 min · County Road 44
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Continue on Westedge Boulevard
3240 ft · 2 min · Westedge Boulevard
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Turn left onto Pheasant Circle
120 m · 18 sec · Pheasant Circle
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Turn right onto Halstead Lane
1939 ft · 1 min · Halstead Lane
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Turn left onto Westedge Boulevard
2789 ft · 2 min · Westedge Boulevard
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Turn left onto County Road 15
1.1 mi · 2 min · County Road 15
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Turn left
30 m · 11 sec
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Turn left
2313 ft · 3 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bloomington and Minnetrista.
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.
MN 5 West
Keep slight right
8.97 mi · 00h 12m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Bloomington and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Minnetrista.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bloomington to Minnetrista?
The road trip is about 27.1 miles (43.6 km) and usually takes 00h 45m 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?
Chanhassen is a useful midpoint, sitting about 13.5 miles from Bloomington and 13.5 miles from Minnetrista.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 21.6 miles (34.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.5 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 4:58 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.43 one way or $6.85 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 8.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Bloomington and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Minnetrista.
Stop Ideas Near Chanhassen
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bloomington and Minnetrista. Straight-line distance: 21.61 mi (34.78 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 Minnetrista
City in Hennepin County, Minnesota, US
| Population | 8,505 |
| Coordinates | 44.9383000, -93.7177400 |
| Altitude | 288 |
| Country | United States |
End: Minnetrista (-93.71774, 44.9383)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 44 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 23m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 20m |
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 | $3.43 | $6.85 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $3.76 | $7.53 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $4.22 | $8.43 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $4.67 | $9.34 |
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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