How far is Bloomington, MN from Tyler, MN?
The driving distance from Bloomington, MN to Tyler, MN is about 173.4 miles (279.1 km), with a travel time of about 03h 43m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 145 miles (233.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 26m 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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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 43m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Minnesota, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bloomington and Tyler.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bloomington and Tyler.
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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
12.6 mi · 16 min · State Highway 15
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Turn right onto 280th Street
31.2 mi · 42 min · 280th Street
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At the end of the road, turn left
6.6 mi · 10 min
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Continue on West Bridge Street
35.1 mi · 44 min · West Bridge Street
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Continue on East College Drive
2631 ft · 51 sec · East College Drive
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Turn left onto State Highway 23
22.3 mi · 28 min · State Highway 23
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Take the exit left toward US 14/MN 23
918 ft · 27 sec · US 14/MN 23
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Turn right onto US Highway 14
922 ft · 13 sec · US Highway 14
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Continue on Garfield Street
2825 ft · 40 sec · Garfield Street
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Continue on US Highway 14
4.4 mi · 6 min · US Highway 14
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Turn right onto South Tyler Street
2299 ft · 1 min · South Tyler Street
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Continue on Strong Street
886 ft · 25 sec · Strong Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Strong Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bloomington and Tyler.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
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 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.
Sunny leaving Bloomington and Mostly Sunny near Tyler.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bloomington to Tyler?
The road trip is about 173.4 miles (279.1 km) and usually takes 03h 43m 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?
Fairfax is a useful midpoint, sitting about 86.6 miles from Bloomington and 86.9 miles from Tyler.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 145 miles (233.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 28.4 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:34 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.84 one way or $43.68 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 54.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Bloomington and Mostly Sunny near Tyler.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bloomington and Tyler. Straight-line distance: 144.94 mi (233.26 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 Tyler
City in Lincoln County, Minnesota, United States
| Population | 1,058 |
| Coordinates | 44.2783000, -96.1347500 |
| Altitude | 531 |
| Country | United States |
End: Tyler (-96.13475, 44.2783)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 279 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 46m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 20m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 28m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 53m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 28m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 09m |
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 | $21.84 | $43.68 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $24.00 | $47.99 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $26.88 | $53.76 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $29.77 | $59.54 |
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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