How far is Burnsville, MN from North Saint Paul, MN?
The driving distance from Burnsville, MN to North Saint Paul, MN is about 28.5 miles (45.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 40m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 21.9 miles (35.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 20m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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City in Minnesota, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Burnsville and North Saint Paul.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Burnsville and North Saint Paul.
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Start on Nicollet Avenue South
1 km · 1 min · Nicollet Avenue South
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Turn right
2 mi · 3 min
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Turn right onto Cliff Road East
2.1 mi · 4 min · Cliff Road East
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Turn left onto I 35E North
1582 ft · 41 sec
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Merge slight left
10.2 mi · 13 min
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Keep slight left
2.7 mi · 5 min
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Keep slight left
2303 ft · 36 sec
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Merge slight right onto Purple Heart Memorial Highway
107 m · 5 sec · Purple Heart Memorial Highway
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Take the exit slight left toward I 35E North, US 10 West
3.9 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 36 East: Stillwater
1863 ft · 45 sec
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Merge slight left
5 mi · 6 min
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Turn sharp right onto Geneva Avenue North
101 m · 9 sec · Geneva Avenue North
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Continue on Division Street
968 ft · 19 sec · Division Street
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Turn right onto 7th Avenue East
2336 ft · 1 min · 7th Avenue East
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 7th Avenue East
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Burnsville and North Saint Paul.
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 35E North
Merge slight left
10.2 mi · 00h 13m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Sunny leaving Burnsville and Mostly Sunny near North Saint Paul.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Burnsville to North Saint Paul?
The road trip is about 28.5 miles (45.9 km) and usually takes 00h 40m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Lilydale is a useful midpoint, sitting about 14.2 miles from Burnsville and 14.3 miles from North Saint Paul.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 21.9 miles (35.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.6 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:10 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.60 one way or $7.21 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Burnsville and Mostly Sunny near North Saint Paul.
Stop Ideas Near Lilydale
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
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Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Lilydale.
Saint Paul Union Depot
Red Wing station
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St. Cloud
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Burnsville and North Saint Paul. Straight-line distance: 21.95 mi (35.32 km).
#1 Burnsville
The most populous city in Dakota County, Minnesota.
| Population | 62,170 |
| Coordinates | 44.7677400, -93.2777200 |
| Altitude | 296 |
| Country | United States |
#2 North Saint Paul
City in Ramsey County, Minnesota
| Population | 12,416 |
| Coordinates | 45.0124700, -92.9918800 |
| Altitude | 297 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Saint Paul (-92.99188, 45.01247)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 46 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 56m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 28m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 24m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 21m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.57 | $3.60 | $7.21 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $3.96 | $7.92 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $4.44 | $8.87 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $4.91 | $9.83 |
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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