How far is Minneapolis, MN from Duluth, MN?
The driving distance from Minneapolis, MN to Duluth, MN is about 154 miles (247.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 52m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 136.5 miles (219.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 45m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 52m.
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 Pine County, Minnesota
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Minneapolis and Duluth.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Minneapolis and Duluth.
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Start on Washington Avenue South
19 m · 9 sec · Washington Avenue South
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Continue on Washington Avenue South
1.4 km · 3 min · Washington Avenue South
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Take the ramp left toward I 35W North
1159 ft · 28 sec
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Merge slight left
3.7 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 36
1758 ft · 25 sec
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Merge slight left
1359 ft · 19 sec
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Keep slight left
7.1 mi · 9 min
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Keep slight left
16.7 mi · 18 min
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Keep slight left
123.8 mi · 2 hr 15 min
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Take the exit slight right
1563 ft · 38 sec
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Keep slight left
1480 ft · 19 sec
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Turn right onto West 1st Street
955 ft · 37 sec · West 1st Street
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Turn left onto Priley Drive
27 m · 9 sec · Priley Drive
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Continue on Priley Drive
136 m · 33 sec · Priley Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Priley Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Minneapolis and Duluth.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
MN 36
Keep slight left
124 mi · 02h 15m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Minneapolis and Rain Showers Likely near Duluth.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Minneapolis to Duluth?
The road trip is about 154 miles (247.8 km) and usually takes 02h 52m 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?
Mission Creek is a useful midpoint, sitting about 76.9 miles from Minneapolis and 77 miles from Duluth.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 136.5 miles (219.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 17.5 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 12:44 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.38 one way or $38.76 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 48.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Minneapolis and Rain Showers Likely near Duluth.
Stop Ideas Near Mission 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 Mission Creek.
St. Cloud
Duluth (Greyhound Station), Minnesota
Saint Paul Union Depot
Duluth (University of Minnesota), Minnesota
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Minneapolis and Duluth. Straight-line distance: 136.46 mi (219.61 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 Duluth
City in Minnesota, United States; county seat of St.
| Population | 2,121 |
| Coordinates | 46.7832700, -92.1065800 |
| Altitude | 214 |
| Country | United States |
End: Duluth (-92.10658, 46.78327)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 248 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 07m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 50m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 04m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 33m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 11m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 55m |
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 | $19.38 | $38.76 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $21.29 | $42.58 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $23.85 | $47.70 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $26.41 | $52.82 |
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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