How far is Chisago City, MN from Burnsville, MN?
The driving distance from Chisago City, MN to Burnsville, MN is about 53.1 miles (85.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 54m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 45.9 miles (73.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 49m 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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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 54m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Ramsey County, Minnesota, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Widespread Frost then Sunny
Areas Of Frost then Sunny
Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chisago City and Burnsville.
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Start on Lake Boulevard
16 m · 2 sec · Lake Boulevard
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Continue on Lake Boulevard
9.1 mi · 12 min · Lake Boulevard
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Merge slight left
5 mi · 5 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 35W: Minneapolis
39.1 mi · 47 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 13 North
1006 ft · 24 sec
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Merge slight left
2721 ft · 42 sec
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Turn right onto Nicollet Avenue South
1.1 km · 2 min · Nicollet Avenue South
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Continue on Nicollet Avenue South
88 m · 13 sec · Nicollet Avenue South
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Nicollet Avenue South
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Chisago City and Burnsville.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
I 35W
Keep slight right to continue on I 35W: Minneapolis
39.1 mi · 00h 47m
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.
Widespread Frost then Sunny leaving Chisago City and Areas Of Frost then Sunny near Burnsville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Chisago City to Burnsville?
The road trip is about 53.1 miles (85.4 km) and usually takes 00h 54m 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?
Mounds View is a useful midpoint, sitting about 27.3 miles from Chisago City and 25.7 miles from Burnsville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 45.9 miles (73.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.2 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 4:40 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.67 one way or $13.35 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Widespread Frost then Sunny around Chisago City and Areas Of Frost then Sunny near Burnsville.
Stop Ideas Near Mounds View
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 Mounds View.
Saint Paul Union Depot
Red Wing station
St. Cloud
Menomonie, WI
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Chisago City and Burnsville. Straight-line distance: 45.94 mi (73.93 km).
#1 Chisago City
City in Chisago County, Minnesota, United States of America
| Population | 5,224 |
| Coordinates | 45.3735800, -92.8899400 |
| Altitude | 282 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Burnsville
The most populous city in Dakota County, Minnesota.
| Population | 62,170 |
| Coordinates | 44.7677400, -93.2777200 |
| Altitude | 296 |
| Country | United States |
End: Nicollet Avenue South (-93.277664, 44.76774)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 85 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 46m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 19m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 39m |
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 | $6.67 | $13.35 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $7.33 | $14.66 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $8.21 | $16.43 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $9.10 | $18.19 |
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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