How far is Linwood, MN from Burnsville, MN?
The driving distance from Linwood, MN to Burnsville, MN is about 53.8 miles (86.6 km), with a travel time of about 00h 56m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 41.5 miles (66.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 52m 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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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 Ramsey 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 Burnsville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Linwood and Burnsville.
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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
39.1 mi · 47 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 13 North
1006 ft · 24 sec
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Merge slight left
2721 ft · 42 sec
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Turn right onto Nicollet Avenue South
1.1 km · 2 min · Nicollet Avenue South
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Continue on Nicollet Avenue South
88 m · 13 sec · Nicollet Avenue South
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Nicollet Avenue South
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Linwood and Burnsville.
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
39.1 mi · 00h 47m
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 Burnsville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Linwood to Burnsville?
The road trip is about 53.8 miles (86.6 km) and usually takes 00h 56m 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?
Mounds View is a useful midpoint, sitting about 27.7 miles from Linwood and 26.2 miles from Burnsville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 41.5 miles (66.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.3 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:38 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.78 one way or $13.56 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16.9 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 Burnsville.
Stop Ideas Near Mounds View
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Minneapolis City Hall
St. Louis Park City Hall
Champlin Utility Billing
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Mounds View.
Saint Paul Union Depot
Red Wing station
St. Cloud
Menomonie, WI
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Linwood and Burnsville. Straight-line distance: 41.51 mi (66.8 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 Burnsville
The most populous city in Dakota County, Minnesota.
| Population | 62,170 |
| Coordinates | 44.7677400, -93.2777200 |
| Altitude | 296 |
| Country | United States |
End: Nicollet Avenue South (-93.277664, 44.76774)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 87 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 47m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 20m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 40m |
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 | $6.78 | $13.56 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $7.45 | $14.90 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $8.34 | $16.69 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $9.24 | $18.48 |
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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