How far is Chaska, MN from Cambridge, MN?
The driving distance from Chaska, MN to Cambridge, MN is about 69.4 miles (111.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 29m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 57.2 miles (92 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 59m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 29m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
City in Anoka County, Minnesota, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Chance Light Rain then Mostly Cloudy
Mostly Cloudy
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Chaska and Cambridge.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chaska and Cambridge.
-
1
Start on West 6th Street
97 m · 15 sec · West 6th Street
-
2
Continue on West 6th Street
127 m · 20 sec · West 6th Street
-
3
Turn left onto Chestnut Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · Chestnut Street
-
4
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward North Chestnut Street
41 m · 2 sec · North Chestnut Street
-
5
Exit the roundabout onto North Chestnut Street
1.1 km · 1 min · North Chestnut Street
-
6
Take the ramp right toward US 212 East
1830 ft · 45 sec
-
7
Merge slight left
12.5 mi · 15 min
-
8
Continue on Crosstown Highway
1.9 mi · 2 min · Crosstown Highway
-
9
Take the exit slight right toward MN 100 North
1293 ft · 32 sec
-
10
Merge slight left
13.2 mi · 17 min
-
11
Keep slight left to continue on I 694 East
1.1 km · 1 min
-
12
Merge slight left
1.9 mi · 2 min
-
13
Take the exit slight right toward MN 65: Central Avenue
1933 ft · 47 sec
-
14
Continue on Central Avenue Northeast
1858 ft · 26 sec · Central Avenue Northeast
-
15
Continue on Highway 65 Northeast
34.7 mi · 43 min · Highway 65 Northeast
-
16
Take the exit slight right toward MN 95: 1st Avenue East
1999 ft · 51 sec
-
17
Turn left onto 1st Avenue East
1.2 km · 2 min · 1st Avenue East
-
18
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 1st Avenue West
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Chaska and Cambridge.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Highway 65 Northeast
Continue on Highway 65 Northeast
34.7 mi · 00h 43m
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.
Chance Light Rain then Mostly Cloudy leaving Chaska and Mostly Cloudy near Cambridge.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Chaska to Cambridge?
The road trip is about 69.4 miles (111.7 km) and usually takes 01h 29m 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?
Fridley is a useful midpoint, sitting about 34.7 miles from Chaska and 34.7 miles from Cambridge.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 57.2 miles (92 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.2 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 3:30 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.41 one way or $20.81 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 21.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Light Rain then Mostly Cloudy around Chaska and Mostly Cloudy near Cambridge.
Stop Ideas Near Fridley
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Minneapolis City Hall
St. Louis Park City Hall
Champlin Utility Billing
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Fridley.
Saint Paul Union Depot
Red Wing station
St. Cloud
Menomonie, WI
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Chaska and Cambridge. Straight-line distance: 57.17 mi (92 km).
#1 Chaska
City in Minnesota
| Population | 27,272 |
| Coordinates | 44.7894100, -93.6021800 |
| Altitude | 223 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Cambridge
City in Minnesota, United States
| Population | 2,514 |
| Coordinates | 45.5727400, -93.2243900 |
| Altitude | 293 |
| Country | United States |
End: Cambridge (-93.22439, 45.57274)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 112 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 18m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 44m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 23m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 09m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 51m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.25 | $10.41 | $20.81 |
| Mid-grade | $4.71 | $11.53 | $23.06 |
| Premium | $5.26 | $12.88 | $25.76 |
| Diesel | $6.13 | $15.01 | $30.01 |
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 · Oct 13, 2026