How far is Chaska, MN from Lakeville, MN?
Fastest route
The distance from Chaska, Minnesota 55318, to Lakeville, Minnesota is approximately 23.4 miles (37.7 kilometers). The estimated travel time is 35 minutes. The suggested route is via Eagle Creek Ave SE, taking S Chestnut St, W Co Rd 78, Marschall Rd, 154th St W, Howard Lake Rd, and Kenwood Trail to 207th St W in Lakeville.
Directions
- Head west on Chaska Blvd toward N Chestnut St. [🧭]
- Turn right onto S Chestnut St and continue onto 130th St W/W Co Rd 78. [🚗]
- Follow W Co Rd 78 and turn right onto Marschall Rd. [🛣️]
- Slight right to stay on Marschall Rd and then turn left onto Howard Lake Rd. [🚙]
- Turn right onto Eagle Creek Ave NE and continue straight at the traffic circle onto Eagle Creek Ave SE. [🚦]
- At the next traffic circle, take the 2nd exit and stay on Eagle Creek Ave SE. [🚕]
- At the final traffic circle, take the 1st exit onto Kenwood Trail and continue onto 202nd St W/Dakota County 50 E. [🏞️]
- Finally, take the 1st left onto Holyoke Ave and turn left onto 207th St W to reach your destination. [🏡]
Tips & Suggestions
- [🚗] Stay on major roads to avoid unnecessary detours.
- [⛽] Make sure to have enough fuel for the journey.
- [🍽️] Carry some snacks and water for the trip.
- [⏰] Consider leaving early to avoid traffic during peak hours.
- [🧭] Use a GPS or map application to navigate the route accurately.
FAQs
Q: How far is the journey from Chaska to Lakeville? A: The distance is approximately 23.4 miles (37.7 kilometers).
Q: What is the estimated travel time for the journey? A: The estimated travel time is 35 minutes.
Q: Which route should I take to reach Lakeville? A: Take Eagle Creek Ave SE, using S Chestnut St, W Co Rd 78, Marschall Rd, 154th St W, Howard Lake Rd, and Kenwood Trail to 207th St W in Lakeville.
Q: Are there any significant landmarks or intersections on the way? A: The route includes intersections with Howard Lake Rd and Kenwood Trail.
Q: Is there a chance of heavy traffic on this route? A: Traffic conditions can vary, but leaving early or using a GPS app can help you navigate around potential congestion.
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Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 33m.
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Halfway Point
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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 Chaska and Lakeville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chaska and Lakeville.
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Start on West 6th Street
97 m · 15 sec · West 6th Street
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Continue on West 6th Street
127 m · 22 sec · West 6th Street
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Turn right onto North Chestnut Street
2252 ft · 1 min · North Chestnut Street
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Continue on Chestnut Boulevard
1.6 mi · 3 min · Chestnut Boulevard
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Continue on County Road 78
2540 ft · 42 sec · County Road 78
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Continue on Chestnut Boulevard
2499 ft · 41 sec · Chestnut Boulevard
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward 130th Street West
35 m · 3 sec · 130th Street West
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Exit the roundabout onto 130th Street West
2 mi · 3 min · 130th Street West
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward East County Road 78
38 m · 3 sec · East County Road 78
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Exit the roundabout onto East County Road 78
1.2 km · 1 min · East County Road 78
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Turn right onto Marschall Road
1.5 km · 1 min · Marschall Road
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Continue on Marschall Road
1.6 mi · 2 min · Marschall Road
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Turn left onto Howard Lake Road
3119 ft · 54 sec · Howard Lake Road
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Continue on 154th Street Northwest
2 mi · 3 min · 154th Street Northwest
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Turn right onto Eagle Creek Avenue Northeast
2385 ft · 51 sec · Eagle Creek Avenue Northeast
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Continue on Eagle Creek Avenue Southeast
3124 ft · 1 min · Eagle Creek Avenue Southeast
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Eagle Creek Avenue Southeast
29 m · 2 sec · Eagle Creek Avenue Southeast
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Exit the roundabout onto Eagle Creek Avenue Southeast
1129 ft · 24 sec · Eagle Creek Avenue Southeast
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Eagle Creek Avenue /Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway
30 m · 2 sec · Eagle Creek Avenue /Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway
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Exit the roundabout onto Eagle Creek Avenue /Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway
2.5 mi · 4 min · Eagle Creek Avenue /Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway
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Continue on Cleary Lake Avenue /Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway
2.4 mi · 3 min · Cleary Lake Avenue /Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway
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Continue on 185th Street East
1.6 km · 1 min · 185th Street East
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Continue on 185th Street West /Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway
2 mi · 3 min · 185th Street West /Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Kenwood Trail /Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway
4 m · 1 sec · Kenwood Trail /Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway
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Exit the roundabout onto Kenwood Trail /Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway
2.2 mi · 3 min · Kenwood Trail /Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway
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Continue on Kenwood Trai/Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway
770 ft · 17 sec · Kenwood Trai/Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway
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Continue on 202nd Street West / Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway
2553 ft · 48 sec · 202nd Street West / Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward 202nd Street West
4 m · 1 sec · Holyoke Avenue
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Exit the rotary onto Holyoke Avenue
2291 ft · 1 min · Holyoke Avenue
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Turn left onto 207th Street West
7 m · 1 sec · 207th Street West
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 207th Street West
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Chaska and Lakeville.
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.
Eagle Creek Avenue /Richard J. Ames Memorial Hig
Exit the roundabout onto Eagle Creek Avenue /Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway
2.5 mi · 00h 04m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Chaska and Mostly Sunny near Lakeville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Chaska to Lakeville?
The road trip is about 26.9 miles (43.3 km) and usually takes 00h 33m 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?
Prior Lake is a useful midpoint, sitting about 11.7 miles from Chaska and 15.2 miles from Lakeville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 20.1 miles (32.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.8 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 7:22 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.39 one way or $6.78 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 8.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Chaska and Mostly Sunny near Lakeville.
Stop Ideas Near Prior Lake
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Prior Lake.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Chaska and Lakeville. Straight-line distance: 20.11 mi (32.37 km).
#1 Chaska
City in Minnesota
| Population | 27,272 |
| Coordinates | 44.7894100, -93.6021800 |
| Altitude | 223 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Lakeville
The most populous city in Dakota County, Minnesota.
| Population | 69,583 |
| Coordinates | 44.6496900, -93.2427200 |
| Altitude | 296 |
| Country | United States |
End: 207th Street West (-93.24272, 44.649706)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 43 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 23m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 20m |
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 | $3.39 | $6.78 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $3.72 | $7.45 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $4.17 | $8.34 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $4.62 | $9.24 |
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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