How far is Minneapolis, MN from Le Sueur, MN?
The driving distance from Minneapolis, MN to Le Sueur, MN is about 57.7 miles (92.9 km), with a travel time of about 01h 17m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 48 miles (77.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 34m 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.
Flight Distance
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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 01h 17m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Carver County, Minnesota
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Areas Of Frost then Mostly Sunny
Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Minneapolis and Le Sueur.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Minneapolis and Le Sueur.
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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
7.5 mi · 10 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 494 West, MN 5 West
2990 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
3.8 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 169 South, US 169 North
1456 ft · 36 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on US 169 South
2543 ft · 58 sec
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Merge slight left
13.3 mi · 15 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 41, CR 78: Chestnut Boulevard
1473 ft · 36 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on CR 78: Chestnut Boulevard
69 m · 7 sec
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Continue on County Road 78
1252 ft · 25 sec · County Road 78
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Turn right onto Louisville Road
2 mi · 4 min · Louisville Road
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Turn right onto 147th Street
1775 ft · 43 sec · 147th Street
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Turn left onto Red Rock Drive
1624 ft · 35 sec · Red Rock Drive
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Take the ramp straight toward US 169 South
80 m · 7 sec
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Merge slight left
11.1 mi · 13 min
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Continue straight
3.8 mi · 4 min
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Continue straight
9.8 mi · 11 min
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Take the exit slight right toward CR 22: Le Sueur
1071 ft · 30 sec
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Continue on County Road 22
3072 ft · 1 min · County Road 22
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Continue on Commerce Street
1.2 km · 2 min · Commerce Street
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Continue on North Main Street
3149 ft · 2 min · North Main Street
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Turn left onto Bridge Street
18 m · 2 sec · Bridge Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Bridge Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Minneapolis and Le Sueur.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
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.
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.
Areas Of Frost then Mostly Sunny leaving Minneapolis and Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny near Le Sueur.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Minneapolis to Le Sueur?
The road trip is about 57.7 miles (92.9 km) and usually takes 01h 17m 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?
Carver is a useful midpoint, sitting about 28.8 miles from Minneapolis and 28.9 miles from Le Sueur.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 48 miles (77.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.7 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 3:56 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.28 one way or $14.56 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 18.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Areas Of Frost then Mostly Sunny around Minneapolis and Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny near Le Sueur.
Stop Ideas Near Carver
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 Carver.
Saint Paul Union Depot
Red Wing station
St. Cloud
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Minneapolis and Le Sueur. Straight-line distance: 48.03 mi (77.29 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 Le Sueur
City in Minnesota, United States
| Population | 4,031 |
| Coordinates | 44.4613500, -93.9152400 |
| Altitude | 236 |
| Country | United States |
End: Le Sueur (-93.91524, 44.46135)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 93 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 55m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 26m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 09m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 43m |
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 | $7.28 | $14.56 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $8.00 | $16.00 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $8.96 | $17.92 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $9.92 | $19.85 |
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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