How far is Minneapolis, MN from Jordan, MN?

The driving distance from Minneapolis, MN to Jordan, MN is about 36.1 miles (58.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 50m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 28 miles (45.1 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 41m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
36.08 mi
00h 50m
Flight
28.01 mi
45.07 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
28.01 mi
Kilometers
45.07 km
Flight Time
00h 03m

Driving Distance

Road route
36.08 mi
Kilometers
58.06 km
Drive Time
00h 50m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 00h 50m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Jordan
Thu, Apr 23, 2:59 AM CDT
Return by in Minneapolis
Thu, Apr 23, 3:50 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Minneapolis
2026-04-23T02:09
Arrive Jordan
Thu, Apr 23, 2:59 AM CDT
Route Timing
00h 50m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
8:51 AM to 10:51 AM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
4:48 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Minneapolis
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Savage
MN

City in Minnesota

From Minneapolis
18 mi
00h 25m
To Jordan
18.1 mi
00h 25m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
77°F
Thursday

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
15 to 20 mph S
Destination
76°F
Thursday

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
15 to 20 mph S

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Minneapolis and Jordan.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Minneapolis and Jordan.

  1. 1

    Start on Washington Avenue South

    19 m · 9 sec · Washington Avenue South

  2. 2

    Turn left onto 3rd Avenue South

    1 km · 2 min · 3rd Avenue South

  3. 3

    Turn left onto South 10th Street

    124 m · 16 sec · South 10th Street

  4. 4

    Take the ramp slight right toward I-35W South

    1506 ft · 37 sec

  5. 5

    Continue straight

    2677 ft · 33 sec

  6. 6

    Merge slight right

    7.5 mi · 10 min

  7. 7

    Take the exit slight right toward I 494 West, MN 5 West

    2990 ft · 1 min

  8. 8

    Merge slight left

    3.8 mi · 5 min

  9. 9

    Take the exit slight right toward US 169 South, US 169 North

    1456 ft · 36 sec

  10. 10

    Keep slight left to continue on US 169 South

    2543 ft · 58 sec

  11. 11

    Merge slight left

    13.3 mi · 15 min

  12. 12

    Take the exit slight right toward MN 41, CR 78: Chestnut Boulevard

    1473 ft · 36 sec

  13. 13

    Keep slight left to continue on CR 78: Chestnut Boulevard

    69 m · 7 sec

  14. 14

    Continue on County Road 78

    1252 ft · 25 sec · County Road 78

  15. 15

    Turn right onto Louisville Road

    2 mi · 4 min · Louisville Road

  16. 16

    Turn right onto 147th Street

    1775 ft · 43 sec · 147th Street

  17. 17

    Turn left onto Red Rock Drive

    1624 ft · 35 sec · Red Rock Drive

  18. 18

    Take the ramp straight toward US 169 South

    80 m · 7 sec

  19. 19

    Merge slight left

    4.3 mi · 5 min

  20. 20

    Take the exit slight right

    554 ft · 15 sec

  21. 21

    Turn straight onto Broadway Street North

    1.3 km · 2 min · Broadway Street North

  22. 22

    Turn right

    67 m · 16 sec

  23. 23

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Minneapolis and Jordan.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
23 steps
7 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
10
4 merges, 6 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
63.7 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
US 169 South
18.5 mi · 51%
I-35W South
8.33 mi · 23%
I 494 West
4.41 mi · 12%
Louisville Road
2.04 mi · 6%
Broadway Street North
0.79 mi · 2%
3rd Avenue South
0.63 mi · 2%
Longest Stretch

US 169 South

Merge slight left

13.3 mi · 00h 15m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
00h 50m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
01h 42m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+8.1 mi
28 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Savage
00h 25m from Minneapolis
Leave By
4:48 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Minneapolis and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Jordan.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Minneapolis to Jordan?

The road trip is about 36.1 miles (58.1 km) and usually takes 00h 50m 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?

Savage is a useful midpoint, sitting about 18 miles from Minneapolis and 18.1 miles from Jordan.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 28 miles (45.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.1 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 4:48 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.53 one way or $9.07 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11.3 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Minneapolis and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Jordan.

Stop Ideas Near Savage

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Savage and the surrounding midpoint area.
Minneapolis City Hall
Scenic stop 13.9 mi away

Minneapolis City Hall

Minneapolis , MN
350 S 5th St, Minneapolis, MN 55415
Rating 4.3/5 28 reviews City Hall,Tourist attraction
City of Bloomington
Meeting point 5 mi away

City of Bloomington

Bloomington , MN
1800 W Old Shakopee Rd, Bloomington, MN 55431
Rating 3.6/5 25 reviews City Hall,City government office
Mall of America®
Nearby stop 8.5 mi away

Mall of America®

Bloomington , MN
60 E Broadway, Bloomington, MN 55425, United States
Rating 4.6/5 44,911 reviews Shopping mall

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Savage.

RAIL

Saint Paul Union Depot

24 mi away
Midway Station
RAIL

Red Wing station

67 mi away
420 Levee Street
RAIL

St. Cloud

108 mi away
555 East St. Germain Street
BUS

Menomonie, WI

112 mi away
302 10th Avenue East

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Minneapolis and Jordan. Straight-line distance: 28.01 mi (45.07 km).

Minneapolis

#1 Minneapolis

The largest city in Minnesota, Minneapolis is a major center for business, finance, and culture.

Population433,111
Coordinates44.9799700, -93.2638400
Altitude253
CountryUnited States
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#2 Jordan

City in Scott County, Minnesota, United States

Population6,076
Coordinates44.6669100, -93.6269000
Altitude235
CountryUnited States
Start: Minneapolis (-93.26384, 44.97997)
End: Jordan (-93.6269, 44.66691)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 58 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 12m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 54m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 43m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 36m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 30m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 27m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.27 gal
4.82 L · about $4.53
Round trip
$9.07
2.54 gal · 9.64 L
Estimated CO2
11.3 kg one way
Round trip: 22.6 kg / 50 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.57 $4.53 $9.07
Mid-grade $3.92 $4.98 $9.96
Premium $4.39 $5.58 $11.16
Diesel $4.86 $6.18 $12.35

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Minnesota · Apr 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Minneapolis and Jordan. The current time is 02:09:16.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.