How far is Bloomington, MN from New Ulm, MN?
The driving distance from Bloomington, MN to New Ulm, MN is about 90.3 miles (145.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 53m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 67.9 miles (109.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 47m 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, USA
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bloomington and New Ulm.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bloomington and New Ulm.
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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 left
36.4 mi · 43 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward US Highway 212
44 m · 2 sec · US Highway 212
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Exit the roundabout onto US Highway 212
12.8 mi · 16 min · US Highway 212
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Turn left onto State Highway 15
29.7 mi · 37 min · State Highway 15
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward US Highway 14
43 m · 6 sec · US Highway 14
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Exit the roundabout onto US Highway 14
1269 ft · 24 sec · US Highway 14
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Continue on 7th North Street
1672 ft · 49 sec · 7th North Street
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Turn left onto North Broadway
3013 ft · 2 min · North Broadway
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Turn right onto Center Street
130 m · 17 sec · Center Street
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Continue on Center Street
134 m · 20 sec · Center Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Center Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bloomington and New Ulm.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
MN 5 West
Keep slight left
36.4 mi · 00h 43m
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 Likely leaving Bloomington and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near New Ulm.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bloomington to New Ulm?
The road trip is about 90.3 miles (145.3 km) and usually takes 01h 53m 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?
Glencoe is a useful midpoint, sitting about 45.1 miles from Bloomington and 45.2 miles from New Ulm.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 67.9 miles (109.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 22.4 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 2:42 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.39 one way or $22.77 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 28.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Bloomington and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near New Ulm.
Stop Ideas Near Glencoe
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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 New Ulm. Straight-line distance: 67.85 mi (109.2 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 New Ulm
City in Minnesota, USA
| Population | 13,141 |
| Coordinates | 44.3124600, -94.4605300 |
| Altitude | 274 |
| Country | United States |
End: New Ulm (-94.46053, 44.31246)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 145 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 00m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 15m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 48m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 30m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 17m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 07m |
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 | $11.39 | $22.77 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $12.51 | $25.02 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $14.01 | $28.02 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $15.52 | $31.03 |
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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