How far is Bloomington, MN from Truman, MN?
The driving distance from Bloomington, MN to Truman, MN is about 111.4 miles (179.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 19m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 89.8 miles (144.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 39m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 19m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bloomington and Truman.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bloomington and Truman.
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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
24.6 mi · 29 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Fairmont
11 mi · 14 min
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Turn right onto East Ciro Street
2405 ft · 1 min · East Ciro Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Ciro Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bloomington and Truman.
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
Continue straight
24.6 mi · 00h 29m
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 Truman.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bloomington to Truman?
The road trip is about 111.4 miles (179.3 km) and usually takes 02h 19m 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?
Ottawa is a useful midpoint, sitting about 55.7 miles from Bloomington and 55.7 miles from Truman.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 89.8 miles (144.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 21.6 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 1:50 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.03 one way or $28.05 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 34.9 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 Truman.
Stop Ideas Near Ottawa
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Ottawa.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bloomington and Truman. Straight-line distance: 89.82 mi (144.55 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 Truman
American politician (1884–1972), 33rd President of the United States (in office from 1945 to 1953)
| Population | 1,028 |
| Coordinates | 43.8277300, -94.4371900 |
| Altitude | 338 |
| Country | United States |
End: Truman (-94.43719, 43.82773)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 179 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 42m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 47m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 13m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 51m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 35m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 23m |
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 | $14.03 | $28.05 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $15.41 | $30.82 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $17.26 | $34.52 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $19.12 | $38.23 |
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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