How far is Marion, MN from Bloomington, MN?
The driving distance from Marion, MN to Bloomington, MN is about 92 miles (148 km), with a travel time of about 01h 28m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 77.7 miles (125.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 56m 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 01h 28m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Township in Goodhue County, Minnesota
Route Weather Snapshot
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Rain Showers Likely
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Marion and Bloomington.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Marion and Bloomington.
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Start on the route
21 m · 10 sec
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Turn left onto 65th Avenue Southeast
18 m · 5 sec · 65th Avenue Southeast
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Turn right onto 54th Street Southeast
589 ft · 29 sec · 54th Street Southeast
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Turn right
10.6 mi · 13 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
31.5 mi · 36 min
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Take the exit slight right toward CR 46
2009 ft · 57 sec
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Turn left onto Brandel Drive
1.4 mi · 2 min · Brandel Drive
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Continue on 160th Street East
9.5 mi · 14 min · 160th Street East
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Continue on Isleton Way
3269 ft · 56 sec · Isleton Way
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Continue on 162nd Street West
1 mi · 2 min · 162nd Street West
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 35 North
124 m · 10 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 35 North
1639 ft · 40 sec
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Merge slight left
1.2 mi · 1 min
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Keep slight left
7.1 mi · 8 min
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Take the exit slight right toward 90th Street
879 ft · 22 sec
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Turn straight onto East Bloomington Freeway
59 m · 11 sec · East Bloomington Freeway
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Turn left onto West 90th Street
50 m · 4 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 Marion 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.
54th Street Southeast
Continue straight
31.5 mi · 00h 36m
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.
Rain Showers Likely leaving Marion and Mostly Sunny near Bloomington.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Marion to Bloomington?
The road trip is about 92 miles (148 km) and usually takes 01h 28m 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?
Belle Creek is a useful midpoint, sitting about 44.9 miles from Marion and 47.2 miles from Bloomington.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 77.7 miles (125.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.3 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 3:34 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.60 one way or $23.20 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 28.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around Marion and Mostly Sunny near Bloomington.
Stop Ideas Near Belle Creek
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 Belle Creek.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Marion and Bloomington. Straight-line distance: 77.73 mi (125.1 km).
#1 Marion
Township in Olmsted County, Minnesota
| Population | 3,774 |
| Coordinates | 43.9435800, -92.3482300 |
| Altitude | 346 |
| 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: 148 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 03m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 17m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 50m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 31m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 18m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 08m |
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 | $11.60 | $23.20 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $12.74 | $25.49 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $14.27 | $28.55 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $15.81 | $31.62 |
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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