How far is Minneapolis, MN from Shieldsville, MN?
The driving distance from Minneapolis, MN to Shieldsville, MN is about 54.1 miles (87.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 05m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 43 miles (69.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 11m 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
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 05m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Minneapolis and Shieldsville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Minneapolis and Shieldsville.
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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
45.6 mi · 52 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 21
90 m · 4 sec
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Continue on MN 21, I 35 Business
1066 ft · 26 sec
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Shieldsville Boulevard
1.4 km · 1 min · Shieldsville Boulevard
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Continue on State Highway 21
5.7 mi · 8 min · State Highway 21
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Turn left onto 153rd Street West
819 ft · 41 sec · 153rd Street West
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Geneva Avenue
12 m · 1 sec · Geneva Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Geneva Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Minneapolis and Shieldsville.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
I-35W South
Merge slight right
45.6 mi · 00h 52m
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 Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Shieldsville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Minneapolis to Shieldsville?
The road trip is about 54.1 miles (87.1 km) and usually takes 01h 05m 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?
Elko New Market is a useful midpoint, sitting about 27.1 miles from Minneapolis and 27 miles from Shieldsville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 43 miles (69.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.1 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 4:18 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.82 one way or $13.63 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 17 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 Shieldsville.
Stop Ideas Near Elko New Market
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 Elko New Market.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Minneapolis and Shieldsville. Straight-line distance: 43.01 mi (69.22 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 Shieldsville
Township in Rice County, Minnesota
| Population | 1,187 |
| Coordinates | 44.3660700, -93.4088300 |
| Altitude | 333 |
| Country | United States |
End: Shieldsville (-93.40883, 44.36607)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 87 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 48m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 21m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 40m |
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 | $6.82 | $13.63 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $7.49 | $14.98 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $8.39 | $16.78 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $9.29 | $18.58 |
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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