How far is Minneapolis, MN from Young America (historical), MN?
The driving distance from Minneapolis, MN to Young America (historical), MN is about 43.4 miles (69.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 57m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 34.6 miles (55.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 54m 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.
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City in Minnesota, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Minneapolis and Young America (historical).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Minneapolis and Young America (historical).
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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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Turn straight
3.3 mi · 4 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 100 South, MN 100 North: Park Place-Xenia
837 ft · 12 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on MN 100 South: Park Place-Xenia
1720 ft · 26 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on MN 100 South
1468 ft · 48 sec
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Keep slight left
123 m · 10 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on MN 100 South
1925 ft · 47 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on MN 100 South
832 ft · 20 sec
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Merge slight left
4.7 mi · 6 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 62 West
2471 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Crosstown Highway
1.7 mi · 2 min · Crosstown Highway
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Take the exit slight left toward US 212
4.6 mi · 6 min
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Keep slight left
25.9 mi · 31 min
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Turn right onto Faxon Road
1472 ft · 41 sec · Faxon Road
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Turn right
18 m · 3 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on Southeast 2nd Avenue
2283 ft · 2 min · Southeast 2nd Avenue
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Continue on Southeast 2nd Avenue
980 ft · 43 sec · Southeast 2nd Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Southeast 2nd Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Minneapolis and Young America (historical).
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 212
Keep slight left
25.9 mi · 00h 31m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Minneapolis and Sunny near Young America (historical).
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Minneapolis to Young America (historical)?
The road trip is about 43.4 miles (69.9 km) and usually takes 00h 57m 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?
Chanhassen is a useful midpoint, sitting about 21.7 miles from Minneapolis and 21.7 miles from Young America (historical).
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 34.6 miles (55.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.8 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 4:36 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.46 one way or $10.92 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Minneapolis and Sunny near Young America (historical).
Stop Ideas Near Chanhassen
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 Chanhassen.
Saint Paul Union Depot
Red Wing station
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Minneapolis and Young America (historical). Straight-line distance: 34.6 mi (55.69 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 Young America (historical)
This Carver County city in Minnesota, with a population of about 1,530, is situated at an elevation of 1,030 feet.
| Population | 1,530 |
| Coordinates | 44.7827400, -93.9135800 |
| Altitude | 314 |
| Country | United States |
End: Young America (historical) (-93.91358, 44.78274)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 70 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 26m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 05m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 37m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 32m |
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 | $5.46 | $10.92 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $6.00 | $12.00 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $6.72 | $13.44 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $7.44 | $14.88 |
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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