How far is Linwood, MN from Bloomington, MN?
The driving distance from Linwood, MN to Bloomington, MN is about 49.4 miles (79.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 50m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 36.8 miles (59.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 41m 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 00h 50m.
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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City in Anoka County, Minnesota, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Linwood and Bloomington.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Linwood and Bloomington.
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Start on 213th Lane Northeast
69 m · 11 sec · 213th Lane Northeast
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Turn right onto Regulus Street Northeast
777 ft · 39 sec · Regulus Street Northeast
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At the end of the road, turn left onto North Linwood Drive
917 ft · 45 sec · North Linwood Drive
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Turn right onto Viking Boulevard Northeast
5.4 mi · 10 min · Viking Boulevard Northeast
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Continue on East Viking Boulevard
1.3 km · 1 min · East Viking Boulevard
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Take the ramp right toward Saint Paul, Minneapolis
1183 ft · 29 sec
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Merge slight left
8 mi · 9 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 35W: Minneapolis
34.3 mi · 42 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 Linwood and Bloomington.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
I 35W
Keep slight right to continue on I 35W: Minneapolis
34.3 mi · 00h 42m
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.
Partly Sunny leaving Linwood and Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Bloomington.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Linwood to Bloomington?
The road trip is about 49.4 miles (79.5 km) and usually takes 00h 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?
Lexington is a useful midpoint, sitting about 24.7 miles from Linwood and 24.7 miles from Bloomington.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 36.8 miles (59.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.6 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:48 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.21 one way or $12.42 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 15.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Linwood and Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Bloomington.
Stop Ideas Near Lexington
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Minneapolis City Hall
Golden Valley City Hall
Champlin Utility Billing
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Lexington.
Saint Paul Union Depot
Red Wing station
St. Cloud
Menomonie, WI
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Linwood and Bloomington. Straight-line distance: 36.8 mi (59.23 km).
#1 Linwood
Unincorporated community in Anoka County, Minnesota, United States
| Population | 5,464 |
| Coordinates | 45.3569100, -93.1116100 |
| Altitude | 277 |
| 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: 80 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 38m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 14m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 36m |
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 | $6.21 | $12.42 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $6.82 | $13.65 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $7.64 | $15.28 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $8.46 | $16.93 |
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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