How far is Granite Falls, MN from Bloomington, MN?
The driving distance from Granite Falls, MN to Bloomington, MN is about 117.7 miles (189.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 04m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 110.2 miles (177.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 09m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 04m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in McLeod County, Minnesota, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Granite Falls and Bloomington.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Granite Falls and Bloomington.
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Start on 9th Avenue
14 m · 7 sec · 9th Avenue
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Turn left onto Granite Street
1578 ft · 50 sec · Granite Street
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Turn left
71.8 mi · 1 hr 34 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
27.4 mi · 33 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 494 East, MN 5 East
1223 ft · 18 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 494 East, MN 5 East
6.2 mi · 8 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 35W South: Albert Lea
1038 ft · 25 sec
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Continue on I 35W South: Albert Lea
2054 ft · 50 sec
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Merge slight left
1 mi · 1 min
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Take the exit slight right toward 90th Street
1145 ft · 35 sec
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Turn left onto West 90th Street
63 m · 6 sec · West 90th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West 90th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Granite Falls and Bloomington.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Longest stretch
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71.8 mi · 01h 34m
Route Summary
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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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Granite Falls and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Bloomington.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Granite Falls to Bloomington?
The road trip is about 117.7 miles (189.5 km) and usually takes 02h 04m 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?
Brownton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 58.8 miles from Granite Falls and 58.9 miles from Bloomington.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 110.2 miles (177.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.5 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 2:20 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.85 one way or $29.69 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 37 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Granite Falls and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Bloomington.
Stop Ideas Near Brownton
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Granite Falls and Bloomington. Straight-line distance: 110.14 mi (177.26 km).
#1 Granite Falls
City in Minnesota
| Population | 1,863 |
| Coordinates | 44.8099600, -95.5455800 |
| Altitude | 280 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Bloomington
The most populous city in Hennepin County, Minnesota.
| Population | 84,583 |
| Coordinates | 44.8408000, -93.2982800 |
| Altitude | 252 |
| Country | United States |
End: West 90th Street (-93.29828, 44.84075)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 189 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 55m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 56m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 21m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 57m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 40m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 28m |
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 | $14.85 | $29.69 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $16.31 | $32.62 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $18.27 | $36.54 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $20.23 | $40.47 |
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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