How far is Franklin, MN from Minneapolis, MN?
The driving distance from Franklin, MN to Minneapolis, MN is about 103.8 miles (167.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 50m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 85.3 miles (137.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 40m 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 01h 50m.
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 Minnesota, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Franklin and Minneapolis.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Franklin and Minneapolis.
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Start on 4th Street
1226 ft · 46 sec · 4th Street
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At the end of the road, turn right
25.1 mi · 33 min
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Turn left onto State Highway 15
12.6 mi · 16 min · State Highway 15
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Turn right
12.8 mi · 16 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
47 m · 2 sec
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Exit the roundabout
10.2 mi · 12 min
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Keep slight right
30.9 mi · 37 min
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Continue on Crosstown Highway
4.9 mi · 6 min · Crosstown Highway
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Take the exit slight left toward I 35W North
964 ft · 24 sec
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Merge slight left
5.4 mi · 7 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 94 West
2634 ft · 32 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on 5th Avenue South
1682 ft · 43 sec
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Continue on 5th Avenue South
3272 ft · 2 min · 5th Avenue South
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Turn left onto Washington Avenue South
798 ft · 32 sec · Washington Avenue South
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Washington Avenue South
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Franklin and Minneapolis.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
State Highway 15
Keep slight right
30.9 mi · 00h 37m
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.
Rain Showers Likely leaving Franklin and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Minneapolis.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Franklin to Minneapolis?
The road trip is about 103.8 miles (167.1 km) and usually takes 01h 50m 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?
Glencoe is a useful midpoint, sitting about 51.9 miles from Franklin and 51.9 miles from Minneapolis.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 85.3 miles (137.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.5 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:50 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.06 one way or $26.13 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 32.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around Franklin and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Minneapolis.
Stop Ideas Near Glencoe
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 Glencoe.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Franklin and Minneapolis. Straight-line distance: 85.24 mi (137.18 km).
#1 Franklin
City in Minnesota, United States
| Population | 2,931 |
| Coordinates | 44.5282900, -94.8805500 |
| Altitude | 308 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Minneapolis
The largest city in Minnesota, Minneapolis is a major center for business, finance, and culture.
| Population | 433,111 |
| Coordinates | 44.9799700, -93.2638400 |
| Altitude | 253 |
| Country | United States |
End: Washington Avenue South (-93.263838, 44.979973)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 167 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 27m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 35m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 04m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 43m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 28m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 17m |
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 | $13.06 | $26.13 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $14.35 | $28.70 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $16.07 | $32.15 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $17.80 | $35.60 |
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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