How far is Lewiston, MN from Minneapolis, MN?
The driving distance from Lewiston, MN to Minneapolis, MN is about 119.7 miles (192.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 00m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 97.2 miles (156.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 01m 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 02h 00m.
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
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Goodhue County, Minnesota, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lewiston and Minneapolis.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lewiston and Minneapolis.
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Start on West Main Street
3097 ft · 1 min · West Main Street
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At the end of the road, turn left
9.4 mi · 12 min
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Turn left onto Whitewater Avenue
1.3 mi · 3 min · Whitewater Avenue
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Take the ramp right
1837 ft · 22 sec
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Merge slight left
14 mi · 15 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 52: Rochester
1670 ft · 41 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on US 52 North: Rochester
710 ft · 15 sec
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Merge slight left
9.7 mi · 11 min
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Continue straight
16.5 mi · 19 min
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Continue straight
9.1 mi · 11 min
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Continue straight
39.8 mi · 46 min
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Keep slight left to continue on MN 55 West: Minneapolis
9.3 mi · 12 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 55 West: Minnehaha Avenue, Hiawatha Avenue
972 ft · 24 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on MN 55 West: Hiawatha Avenue
1570 ft · 38 sec
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Merge slight left onto Hiawatha Avenue
4.9 mi · 9 min · Hiawatha Avenue
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Continue on South 7th Street
893 ft · 17 sec · South 7th Street
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Take the exit slight right toward 3rd Street, Washington Avenue, University of Minnesota
2469 ft · 42 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on 3rd Street, Washington Avenue, University of Minnesota, West Bank
140 m · 8 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on 3rd Street
1698 ft · 48 sec
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Continue on South 3rd Street
1309 ft · 40 sec · South 3rd Street
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Turn right onto Chicago Avenue South
125 m · 16 sec · Chicago Avenue South
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Turn left onto Washington Avenue South
2035 ft · 1 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 Lewiston 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.
US 52 North
Continue straight
39.8 mi · 00h 46m
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.
Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny leaving Lewiston and Sunny near Minneapolis.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lewiston to Minneapolis?
The road trip is about 119.7 miles (192.7 km) and usually takes 02h 00m 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?
Zumbrota is a useful midpoint, sitting about 58.7 miles from Lewiston and 61 miles from Minneapolis.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 97.2 miles (156.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 22.5 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 2:28 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.10 one way or $30.19 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 37.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny around Lewiston and Sunny near Minneapolis.
Stop Ideas Near Zumbrota
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 Zumbrota.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lewiston and Minneapolis. Straight-line distance: 97.24 mi (156.5 km).
#1 Lewiston
City in Minnesota, USA
| Population | 1,543 |
| Coordinates | 43.9844100, -91.8693200 |
| Altitude | 370 |
| 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: 193 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 59m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 59m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 23m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 59m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 42m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 29m |
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 | $15.10 | $30.19 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $16.59 | $33.17 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $18.58 | $37.16 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $20.57 | $41.15 |
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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