How far is Minneapolis, MN from Cedar Lake, MN?
The driving distance from Minneapolis, MN to Cedar Lake, MN is about 35.1 miles (56.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 28.5 miles (45.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 33m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 46m.
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.
The most populous city in Dakota County, Minnesota.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Minneapolis and Cedar Lake.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Minneapolis and Cedar Lake.
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Start on Washington Avenue South
19 m · 9 sec · Washington Avenue South
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Turn left onto 3rd Avenue South
1 km · 2 min · 3rd Avenue South
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Turn left onto South 10th Street
124 m · 16 sec · South 10th Street
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Take the ramp slight right toward I-35W South
1506 ft · 37 sec
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Continue straight
2677 ft · 33 sec
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Merge slight right
22.9 mi · 28 min
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Take the exit slight right toward CR 70: Lakeville, Farmington
1864 ft · 47 sec
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Turn left onto 210th Street West
1647 ft · 32 sec · 210th Street West
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Continue on Lucerne Boulevard
2.3 mi · 3 min · Lucerne Boulevard
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Lucerne Boulevard
32 m · 2 sec · Lucerne Boulevard
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Exit the roundabout onto Lucerne Boulevard
1.4 km · 1 min · Lucerne Boulevard
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Continue on 217th Street East
1.9 mi · 3 min · 217th Street East
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Continue on McMahon Lane
1 mi · 2 min · McMahon Lane
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Continue on 220th Street East
1.5 km · 1 min · 220th Street East
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Turn left onto Panama Avenue
3 mi · 4 min · Panama Avenue
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Turn left onto 250th Street East
18 m · 3 sec · 250th Street East
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 250th Street East
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Minneapolis and Cedar Lake.
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-35W South
Merge slight right
22.9 mi · 00h 28m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Minneapolis and Partly Sunny near Cedar Lake.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Minneapolis to Cedar Lake?
The road trip is about 35.1 miles (56.5 km) and usually takes 00h 46m 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?
Burnsville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 17.6 miles from Minneapolis and 17.6 miles from Cedar Lake.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 28.5 miles (45.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.6 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 4:56 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.43 one way or $8.85 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Minneapolis and Partly Sunny near Cedar Lake.
Stop Ideas Near Burnsville
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 Burnsville.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Minneapolis and Cedar Lake. Straight-line distance: 28.48 mi (45.84 km).
#1 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 |
#2 Cedar Lake
Township in Scott County, Minnesota
| Population | 3,021 |
| Coordinates | 44.5871900, -93.4402300 |
| Altitude | 287 |
| Country | United States |
End: Cedar Lake (-93.44023, 44.58719)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 57 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 26m |
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 | $4.43 | $8.85 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $4.86 | $9.72 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $5.45 | $10.89 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $6.03 | $12.06 |
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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