How far is Minneapolis, MN from East Grand Forks, MN?
The driving distance from Minneapolis, MN to East Grand Forks, MN is about 315.4 miles (507.6 km), with a travel time of about 05h 41m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 271.2 miles (436.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 11h 22m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Grant County, Minnesota, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Minneapolis and East Grand Forks.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Minneapolis and East Grand Forks.
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Start on Washington Avenue South
1977 ft · 1 min · Washington Avenue South
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Turn left onto North 1st Avenue
130 m · 18 sec · North 1st Avenue
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Turn right onto North 3rd Street
127 m · 16 sec · North 3rd Street
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Take the ramp straight toward I 94 West
1.8 mi · 4 min
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Merge slight left
12.3 mi · 15 min
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Continue on I-94 W
17.1 mi · 19 min · I-94 W
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Keep slight left
203.1 mi · 3 hr 39 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 29 North, US 81 North: Grand Forks
2839 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
76.3 mi · 1 hr 14 min
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Take the exit slight right
1374 ft · 33 sec
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Keep slight right
551 ft · 13 sec
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Turn straight onto DeMers Avenue
3.5 mi · 7 min · DeMers Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · DeMers Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Minneapolis and East Grand Forks.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
I-94 W
Keep slight left
203 mi · 03h 39m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Mostly Sunny leaving Minneapolis and Sunny near East Grand Forks.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Minneapolis to East Grand Forks?
The road trip is about 315.4 miles (507.6 km) and usually takes 05h 41m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Ashby is a useful midpoint, sitting about 157.5 miles from Minneapolis and 157.9 miles from East Grand Forks.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 271.2 miles (436.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 44.2 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 5:38 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $39.72 one way or $79.45 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 98.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Minneapolis and Sunny near East Grand Forks.
Stop Ideas Near Ashby
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 Ashby.
Detroit Lakes
Staples
Fargo
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Minneapolis and East Grand Forks. Straight-line distance: 271.2 mi (436.46 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 East Grand Forks
City in Polk County, Minnesota, United States of America
| Population | 8,401 |
| Coordinates | 47.9299800, -97.0245200 |
| Altitude | 253 |
| Country | United States |
End: East Grand Forks (-97.02452, 47.92998)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 508 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 10h 30m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 53m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 18m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 15m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 30m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 56m |
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 | $39.72 | $79.45 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $43.64 | $87.28 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $48.88 | $97.77 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $54.14 | $108.27 |
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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