How far is Canby, MN from Minneapolis, MN?

The driving distance from Canby, MN to Minneapolis, MN is about 164.5 miles (264.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 58m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 148.8 miles (239.4 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 57m 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
164.53 mi
02h 58m
Flight
148.76 mi
239.4 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
148.76 mi
Kilometers
239.4 km
Flight Time
00h 17m

Driving Distance

Road route
164.53 mi
Kilometers
264.78 km
Drive Time
02h 58m

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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 02h 58m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Minneapolis
Tue, May 5, 1:06 AM CDT
Return by in Canby
Tue, May 5, 4:05 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Canby
2026-05-04T22:08
Arrive Minneapolis
Tue, May 5, 1:06 AM CDT
Route Timing
02h 58m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:59 AM to 12:59 PM CDT

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

Leave by
12:32 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Canby
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
Hector
MN

City in Minnesota, United States

From Canby
82.2 mi
01h 29m
To Minneapolis
82.3 mi
01h 29m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
63°F
Monday

Partly Sunny

Starts
Mon, May 4 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
15 to 20 mph WNW
Destination
69°F
Monday

Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Mon, May 4 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
15 mph W

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Canby and Minneapolis.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Canby and Minneapolis.

  1. 1

    Start on Saint Olaf Avenue North

    7.4 mi · 11 min · Saint Olaf Avenue North

  2. 2

    Turn right onto Highway 67

    18.5 mi · 28 min · Highway 67

  3. 3

    Continue on 10th Avenue

    1.2 mi · 2 min · 10th Avenue

  4. 4

    Continue on Highway 67

    8.3 mi · 12 min · Highway 67

  5. 5

    Continue on State Highway 67

    4.4 mi · 7 min · State Highway 67

  6. 6

    Continue straight

    71.8 mi · 1 hr 34 min

  7. 7

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route

    47 m · 2 sec

  8. 8

    Exit the roundabout

    10.2 mi · 12 min

  9. 9

    Keep slight right

    30.9 mi · 37 min

  10. 10

    Continue on Crosstown Highway

    4.9 mi · 6 min · Crosstown Highway

  11. 11

    Take the exit slight left toward I 35W North

    964 ft · 24 sec

  12. 12

    Merge slight left

    5.4 mi · 7 min

  13. 13

    Keep slight left to continue on I 94 West

    2634 ft · 32 sec

  14. 14

    Keep slight left to continue on 5th Avenue South

    1682 ft · 43 sec

  15. 15

    Continue on 5th Avenue South

    3272 ft · 2 min · 5th Avenue South

  16. 16

    Turn left onto Washington Avenue South

    798 ft · 32 sec · Washington Avenue South

  17. 17

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Washington Avenue South

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Canby and Minneapolis.

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
17 steps
4 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
4
1 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
10.3 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
State Highway 67
117 mi · 71%
Highway 67
26.9 mi · 16%
Saint Olaf Avenue North
7.39 mi · 4%
I 35W North
5.59 mi · 3%
Crosstown Highway
4.92 mi · 3%
10th Avenue
1.22 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

State Highway 67

Continue straight

71.8 mi · 01h 34m

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
02h 58m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
05h 58m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+15.7 mi
148.8 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Hector
01h 29m from Canby
Leave By
12:32 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Partly Sunny leaving Canby and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Minneapolis.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Canby to Minneapolis?

The road trip is about 164.5 miles (264.8 km) and usually takes 02h 58m 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?

Hector is a useful midpoint, sitting about 82.2 miles from Canby and 82.3 miles from Minneapolis.

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

The direct path is about 148.8 miles (239.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.7 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 12:32 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.74 one way or $41.47 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 51.6 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Canby and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Minneapolis.

Stop Ideas Near Hector

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

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Hector, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Hector.

RAIL

St. Cloud

102 mi away
555 East St. Germain Street

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Canby and Minneapolis. Straight-line distance: 148.76 mi (239.4 km).

Canby

#1 Canby

City in Minnesota, United States

Population1,645
Coordinates44.7088500, -96.2764300
Altitude377
CountryUnited States
Minneapolis

#2 Minneapolis

The largest city in Minnesota, Minneapolis is a major center for business, finance, and culture.

Population433,111
Coordinates44.9799700, -93.2638400
Altitude253
CountryUnited States
Start: Saint Olaf Avenue North (-96.276306, 44.708766)
End: Washington Avenue South (-93.263838, 44.979973)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 265 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)05h 28m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)04h 06m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)03h 17m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 44m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 21m
80 mph (129 km/h)02h 03m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
5.81 gal
21.98 L · about $20.74
Round trip
$41.47
11.62 gal · 43.96 L
Estimated CO2
51.6 kg one way
Round trip: 103.3 kg / 228 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.57 $20.74 $41.47
Mid-grade $3.92 $22.78 $45.56
Premium $4.39 $25.52 $51.04
Diesel $4.86 $28.26 $56.52

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 · May 05, 2026

There is no time difference between Canby and Minneapolis. The current time is 22:08:02.

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.