How far is Burnsville, MN from Rogers, MN?

The driving distance from Burnsville, MN to Rogers, MN is about 39.5 miles (63.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 50m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 32.1 miles (51.6 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 41m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
39.46 mi
00h 50m
Flight
32.06 mi
51.59 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
32.06 mi
Kilometers
51.59 km
Flight Time
00h 03m

Driving Distance

Road route
39.46 mi
Kilometers
63.5 km
Drive Time
00h 50m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 00h 50m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Rogers
Tue, Apr 28, 5:48 PM CDT
Return by in Burnsville
Tue, Apr 28, 6:39 PM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Burnsville
2026-04-28T16:57
Arrive Rogers
Tue, Apr 28, 5:48 PM CDT
Route Timing
00h 50m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
8:51 AM to 10:51 AM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
4:48 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Burnsville
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Minnetonka Mills
MN

A city in Hennepin County, Minnesota.

From Burnsville
19.7 mi
00h 25m
To Rogers
19.8 mi
00h 25m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
56°F
Tuesday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Tue, Apr 28 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
10 to 15 mph NW
Destination
56°F
Tuesday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Tue, Apr 28 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
10 to 15 mph NW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Burnsville and Rogers.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Burnsville and Rogers.

  1. 1

    Start on Nicollet Avenue South

    1 km · 1 min · Nicollet Avenue South

  2. 2

    Turn left

    1646 ft · 33 sec

  3. 3

    Take the exit slight right toward I 35W North: Minneapolis

    1816 ft · 44 sec

  4. 4

    Merge slight left

    5.4 mi · 6 min

  5. 5

    Take the exit slight right toward I 494 East, MN 5 East

    1527 ft · 37 sec

  6. 6

    Keep slight left to continue on I 494 West, MN 5 West

    1.3 km · 2 min

  7. 7

    Merge slight left

    5.8 mi · 7 min

  8. 8

    Keep slight left

    15.9 mi · 20 min

  9. 9

    Keep slight left to continue on I 94 West: Saint Cloud

    3250 ft · 50 sec

  10. 10

    Continue straight

    8.3 mi · 9 min

  11. 11

    Take the exit slight right toward MN 101, CR 81, MN 101 North: Rogers, Elk River

    1499 ft · 37 sec

  12. 12

    Keep slight left to continue on MN 101, CR 81: Rogers

    1391 ft · 36 sec

  13. 13

    Turn left

    527 ft · 17 sec

  14. 14

    Turn straight

    1145 ft · 25 sec

  15. 15

    Turn right

    77 m · 9 sec

  16. 16

    Continue on Main Street

    709 ft · 18 sec · Main Street

  17. 17

    Turn right

    33 m · 8 sec

  18. 18

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Burnsville and Rogers.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
18 steps
5 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
5
2 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
45.6 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 494 West
22.6 mi · 57%
I 94 West
8.87 mi · 22%
I 35W North
5.71 mi · 14%
Nicollet Avenue South
0.64 mi · 2%
MN 101
0.55 mi · 1%
I 494 East
0.29 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

I 494 West

Keep slight left

15.9 mi · 00h 20m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
00h 50m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
01h 42m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+7.4 mi
32.1 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Minnetonka Mills
00h 25m from Burnsville
Leave By
4:48 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Burnsville and Mostly Sunny near Rogers.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Burnsville to Rogers?

The road trip is about 39.5 miles (63.5 km) and usually takes 00h 50m 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?

Minnetonka Mills is a useful midpoint, sitting about 19.7 miles from Burnsville and 19.8 miles from Rogers.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 32.1 miles (51.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.4 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 4:48 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.96 one way or $9.92 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12.4 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Burnsville and Mostly Sunny near Rogers.

Stop Ideas Near Minnetonka Mills

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Minnetonka Mills and the surrounding midpoint area.
Minneapolis City Hall
Scenic stop 9.6 mi away

Minneapolis City Hall

Minneapolis , MN
350 S 5th St, Minneapolis, MN 55415
Rating 4.3/5 28 reviews City Hall,Tourist attraction
City of Bloomington
Meeting point 11.2 mi away

City of Bloomington

Bloomington , MN
1800 W Old Shakopee Rd, Bloomington, MN 55431
Rating 3.6/5 25 reviews City Hall,City government office
Mall of America®
Nearby stop 12.3 mi away

Mall of America®

Bloomington , MN
60 E Broadway, Bloomington, MN 55425, United States
Rating 4.6/5 44,911 reviews Shopping mall

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Minnetonka Mills.

RAIL

Saint Paul Union Depot

20 mi away
Midway Station
RAIL

Red Wing station

82 mi away
420 Levee Street
RAIL

St. Cloud

89 mi away
555 East St. Germain Street

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Burnsville and Rogers. Straight-line distance: 32.06 mi (51.59 km).

Burnsville

#1 Burnsville

The most populous city in Dakota County, Minnesota.

Population62,170
Coordinates44.7677400, -93.2777200
Altitude296
CountryUnited States
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#2 Rogers

City in Minnesota, United States

Population13,623
Coordinates45.1888500, -93.5530100
Altitude293
CountryUnited States
Start: Burnsville (-93.27772, 44.76774)
End: Rogers (-93.55301, 45.18885)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 64 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 18m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 59m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 47m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 39m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 33m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 29m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.39 gal
5.27 L · about $4.96
Round trip
$9.92
2.78 gal · 10.54 L
Estimated CO2
12.4 kg one way
Round trip: 24.7 kg / 54 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.57 $4.96 $9.92
Mid-grade $3.92 $5.45 $10.90
Premium $4.39 $6.10 $12.21
Diesel $4.86 $6.76 $13.52

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Minnesota · Apr 28, 2026

There is no time difference between Burnsville and Rogers. The current time is 16:57:09.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.