How far is Hugo, MN from Apple Valley, MN?
The driving distance from Hugo, MN to Apple Valley, MN is about 36.9 miles (59.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 39m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 31.6 miles (50.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 19m 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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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
The second most populous city in Minnesota and the center of the Minneapolis-Saint Paul metropolitan area.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Areas Of Frost then Sunny
Chance Rain Showers
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Hugo and Apple Valley.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hugo and Apple Valley.
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Start on Forest Boulevard North
8 mi · 12 min · Forest Boulevard North
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Continue straight
1 mi · 2 min
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Take the ramp right toward I 694 West
2431 ft · 59 sec
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Merge slight left
1.7 mi · 2 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 35E South, US 10 East: St Paul
5.5 mi · 7 min
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Keep slight right
1.1 km · 49 sec
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Take the exit slight left toward I 35E South
14.1 mi · 18 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 77: Cedar Avenue
1524 ft · 37 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on MN 77 South: Cedar Avenue
1834 ft · 45 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on MN 77 South: Cedar Avenue
1406 ft · 34 sec
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Merge slight left onto Cedar Avenue
3.2 mi · 5 min · Cedar Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · County Road 42
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Hugo and Apple Valley.
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.
I 35E South
Take the exit slight left toward I 35E South
14.1 mi · 00h 19m
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.
Areas Of Frost then Sunny leaving Hugo and Chance Rain Showers near Apple Valley.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Hugo to Apple Valley?
The road trip is about 36.9 miles (59.4 km) and usually takes 00h 39m 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?
Saint Paul is a useful midpoint, sitting about 17.8 miles from Hugo and 19.1 miles from Apple Valley.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 31.6 miles (50.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.3 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 7:10 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.64 one way or $9.28 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Areas Of Frost then Sunny around Hugo and Chance Rain Showers near Apple Valley.
Stop Ideas Near Saint Paul
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Minneapolis City Hall
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Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Saint Paul.
Saint Paul Union Depot
Red Wing station
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St. Cloud
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Hugo and Apple Valley. Straight-line distance: 31.55 mi (50.77 km).
#1 Hugo
City in Minnesota, United States
| Population | 15,452 |
| Coordinates | 45.1599700, -92.9932700 |
| Altitude | 284 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Apple Valley
A city in Dakota County, Minnesota.
| Population | 54,847 |
| Coordinates | 44.7319100, -93.2177200 |
| Altitude | 291 |
| Country | United States |
End: 150th Street West (-93.21772, 44.731938)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 59 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 13m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 55m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 27m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.57 | $4.64 | $9.28 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $5.10 | $10.19 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $5.71 | $11.42 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $6.32 | $12.65 |
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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