How far is Mahtomedi, MN from Burnsville, MN?
The driving distance from Mahtomedi, MN to Burnsville, MN is about 33.3 miles (53.6 km), with a travel time of about 00h 38m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 26.3 miles (42.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 17m 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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City in Minnesota, United States
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mahtomedi and Burnsville.
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Start on Griffin Avenue
1483 ft · 1 min · Griffin Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Iris Street
541 ft · 25 sec · Iris Street
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Turn right onto Hallam Avenue North
90 m · 18 sec · Hallam Avenue North
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Turn left onto Hickory Street
609 ft · 19 sec · Hickory Street
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Turn right onto East Avenue
3094 ft · 2 min · East Avenue
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Turn left onto Stillwater Road
579 ft · 18 sec · Stillwater Road
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Turn right onto Hilton Trail North
1.4 mi · 2 min · Hilton Trail North
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward MN 36 West
38 m · 5 sec
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Exit the roundabout onto MN 36 West
1674 ft · 41 sec
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Merge slight left
2247 ft · 32 sec
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Take the exit slight right toward I 694 South
1290 ft · 46 sec
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Merge slight left
5.6 mi · 7 min
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Continue straight
8.5 mi · 11 min
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Keep slight left
3.7 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 35E South, I 35E North: Albert Lea, Saint Paul
1172 ft · 29 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 35E South: Albert Lea
1.3 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left
8.4 mi · 9 min
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Take the exit slight right toward CR 11
1337 ft · 33 sec
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Keep slight right
77 m · 7 sec
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Turn straight
113 m · 16 sec
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Turn left onto East 134th Street
1.5 mi · 4 min · East 134th Street
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Turn right onto Nicollet Avenue South
2020 ft · 49 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 Mahtomedi and Burnsville.
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 694 South
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8.53 mi · 00h 11m
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.
Partly Sunny leaving Mahtomedi and Partly Sunny near Burnsville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Mahtomedi to Burnsville?
The road trip is about 33.3 miles (53.6 km) and usually takes 00h 38m 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?
South Saint Paul is a useful midpoint, sitting about 16.6 miles from Mahtomedi and 16.7 miles from Burnsville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 26.3 miles (42.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 7 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 7:12 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.21 one way or $8.42 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Mahtomedi and Partly Sunny near Burnsville.
Stop Ideas Near South Saint Paul
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Saint Paul Union Depot
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Mahtomedi and Burnsville. Straight-line distance: 26.27 mi (42.27 km).
#1 Mahtomedi
City in Washington County, Minnesota, United States of America
| Population | 8,276 |
| Coordinates | 45.0696900, -92.9516000 |
| Altitude | 303 |
| 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: 54 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 06m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 28m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 24m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.57 | $4.21 | $8.42 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $4.63 | $9.25 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $5.18 | $10.37 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $5.74 | $11.48 |
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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