How far is Crystal, MN from New Hope, MN?
The driving distance from Crystal, MN to New Hope, MN is about 1.7 miles (2.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 04m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 1.4 miles (2.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 08m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 04m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
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City in Hennepin County, Minnesota
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Crystal and New Hope.
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Start on 42nd Avenue North
10 m · 8 sec · 42nd Avenue North
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Continue on 42nd Avenue North
1.2 mi · 3 min · 42nd Avenue North
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Turn right onto Xylon Avenue North
1335 ft · 40 sec · Xylon Avenue North
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Continue on Xylon Avenue North
147 m · 25 sec · Xylon Avenue North
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Turn left onto 46th Avenue North
131 m · 19 sec · 46th Avenue North
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 46th Avenue North
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Crystal and New Hope.
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.
42nd Avenue North
Continue on 42nd Avenue North
1.25 mi · 00h 03m
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.
Rain Showers leaving Crystal and Rain Showers near New Hope.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Crystal to New Hope?
The road trip is about 1.7 miles (2.7 km) and usually takes 00h 04m 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?
Robbinsdale is a useful midpoint, sitting about 0.9 miles from Crystal and 0.9 miles from New Hope.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 1.4 miles (2.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 0.3 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 8:22 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $0.25 one way or $0.51 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 0.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers around Crystal and Rain Showers near New Hope.
Stop Ideas Near Robbinsdale
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Crystal and New Hope. Straight-line distance: 1.34 mi (2.16 km).
#1 Crystal
City in Hennepin County, Minnesota, United States
| Population | 22,581 |
| Coordinates | 45.0327400, -93.3602300 |
| Altitude | 272 |
| Country | United States |
#2 New Hope
City in Hennepin County, Minnesota
| Population | 20,641 |
| Coordinates | 45.0380200, -93.3866200 |
| Altitude | 284 |
| Country | United States |
End: New Hope (-93.38662, 45.03802)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 3 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 03m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 02m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 02m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 01m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 01m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 01m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.25 | $0.25 | $0.51 |
| Mid-grade | $4.72 | $0.28 | $0.57 |
| Premium | $5.26 | $0.32 | $0.63 |
| Diesel | $6.14 | $0.37 | $0.74 |
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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