How far is Hugo, MN from Minneapolis, MN?
The driving distance from Hugo, MN to Minneapolis, MN is about 24.7 miles (39.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 28m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 18.1 miles (29.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 57m 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
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City in Ramsey County, Minnesota
Route Weather Snapshot
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Areas Of Frost then Sunny
Slight Chance Rain Showers
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Hugo and Minneapolis.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hugo and Minneapolis.
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Start on Forest Boulevard North
8 mi · 12 min · Forest Boulevard North
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Continue straight
2.8 mi · 4 min
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Take the ramp slight right toward MN 36 West
2186 ft · 53 sec
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Merge slight right
6.7 mi · 8 min
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Merge slight left
4.2 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Washington Avenue
1299 ft · 42 sec
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Turn right onto Washington Avenue South
1.2 km · 2 min · 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 Hugo and Minneapolis.
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.
Forest Boulevard North
Start on Forest Boulevard North
7.98 mi · 00h 12m
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 Slight Chance Rain Showers near Minneapolis.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Hugo to Minneapolis?
The road trip is about 24.7 miles (39.7 km) and usually takes 00h 28m 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?
Little Canada is a useful midpoint, sitting about 11.5 miles from Hugo and 13.2 miles from Minneapolis.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 18.1 miles (29.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.6 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 7:32 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.11 one way or $6.21 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 7.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Areas Of Frost then Sunny around Hugo and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Minneapolis.
Stop Ideas Near Little Canada
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Minneapolis City Hall
St. Louis Park City Hall
Mall of America®
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Little Canada.
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 Minneapolis. Straight-line distance: 18.14 mi (29.19 km).
#1 Hugo
City in Minnesota, United States
| Population | 15,452 |
| Coordinates | 45.1599700, -92.9932700 |
| Altitude | 284 |
| 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: 40 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 24m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 18m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.57 | $3.11 | $6.21 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $3.41 | $6.82 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $3.82 | $7.64 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $4.23 | $8.46 |
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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