How far is Minneapolis, MN from Saint Paul, MN?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Minneapolis and Saint Paul is 8.69 miles (13.99 km).
Flight distance from Minneapolis, MN to Saint Paul, MN is 8.69 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 01 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Minneapolis, Minnesota to Saint Paul, Minnesota is: 9.96 miles (16.03 km) by car.
Driving from Minneapolis to Saint Paul will take approximately 00 hours 15 minutes.
#1 Minneapolis
The largest city in Minnesota, Minneapolis is a major center for business, finance, and culture. The city is home to the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, the Target Center, and the Minnesota Vikings. Minneapolis is also home to a number of universities, such as the University of Minnesota and the Minneapolis College of Art and Design.
| Population | 433111 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 44°58'48"N 93°15'50"W |
| Latitude | 44.9799700 |
| Longitude | -93.2638400 |
| Altitude | 253 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Saint Paul
The second most populous city in Minnesota and the center of the Minneapolis-Saint Paul metropolitan area. It is located on the east bank of the Mississippi River. Saint Paul is known for its history as the capital of Minnesota, its many parks and lakes, and its many attractions, such as the Minnesota State Capitol and the Science Museum of Minnesota.
| Population | 306717 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 44°56'40"N 93°5'36"W |
| Latitude | 44.9444100 |
| Longitude | -93.0932700 |
| Altitude | 242 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Saint Paul: Wabasha Street North (-93.093258,44.944416)
Estimated Travel Time Between Minneapolis and Saint Paul
The distance between Minneapolis and Saint Paul is 16 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 10 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Minneapolis and Saint Paul. The current time is 21:23:37.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00 hours 19 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 14 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 11 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 09 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 08 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 07 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 07 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 1.33 liters (0.35 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Minneapolis and Saint Paul.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Minneapolis to Saint Paul is $1.2 (diesel $1.71).
Minnesota gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.42 | $3.74 | $4.15 | $4.86 |
| Total | $1.2 | $1.31 | $1.46 | $1.71 |
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The average gas price (in Minnesota ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.420 (Diesel $4.864) /gallon. Last changed prices on April 25, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Minneapolis and Saint Paul (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
