How far is Edina, MN from Anoka, MN?
The driving distance from Edina, MN to Anoka, MN is about 22.9 miles (36.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 31m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 21.4 miles (34.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 03m 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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This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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Halfway Point
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City in Hennepin County, Minnesota, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Edina and Anoka.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Edina and Anoka.
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Start on the route
10.3 mi · 13 min
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Take the exit slight right toward CR 81 North
1735 ft · 42 sec
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Merge slight left onto County Road 81
48 m · 2 sec · County Road 81
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Continue on Bottineau Boulevard
5.3 mi · 8 min · Bottineau Boulevard
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Take the exit slight right toward US 169 North
2008 ft · 49 sec
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Merge slight left
6.2 mi · 9 min
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Take the exit slight right
118 m · 11 sec
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Turn slight right onto West Main Street
1406 ft · 30 sec · West Main Street
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Turn right onto 3rd Avenue
24 m · 3 sec · 3rd Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 3rd Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Edina and Anoka.
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.
Longest stretch
Start on the route
10.3 mi · 00h 13m
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.
Chance Snow Showers leaving Edina and Chance Snow Showers near Anoka.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Edina to Anoka?
The road trip is about 22.9 miles (36.9 km) and usually takes 00h 31m 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?
Crystal is a useful midpoint, sitting about 11.4 miles from Edina and 11.4 miles from Anoka.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 21.4 miles (34.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.5 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 7:26 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.89 one way or $5.78 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 7.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Snow Showers around Edina and Chance Snow Showers near Anoka.
Stop Ideas Near Crystal
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
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Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Crystal.
Saint Paul Union Depot
Red Wing station
St. Cloud
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Edina and Anoka. Straight-line distance: 21.36 mi (34.38 km).
#1 Edina
The most populous city in Hennepin County, Minnesota.
| Population | 52,477 |
| Coordinates | 44.8896900, -93.3499500 |
| Altitude | 281 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Anoka
City in and county seat of Anoka County, Minnesota
| Population | 17,517 |
| Coordinates | 45.1977400, -93.3871800 |
| Altitude | 268 |
| Country | United States |
End: Anoka (-93.38718, 45.19774)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 37 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 19m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 17m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.57 | $2.89 | $5.78 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $3.18 | $6.35 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $3.56 | $7.12 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $3.94 | $7.88 |
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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