How far is Minnetonka Mills, MN from Hugo, MN?

The driving distance from Minnetonka Mills, MN to Hugo, MN is about 36.2 miles (58.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 48m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 26.6 miles (42.8 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 36m 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
36.16 mi
00h 48m
Flight
26.61 mi
42.83 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
26.61 mi
Kilometers
42.83 km
Flight Time
00h 03m

Driving Distance

Road route
36.16 mi
Kilometers
58.2 km
Drive Time
00h 48m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 48m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Hugo
Sat, May 2, 11:34 PM CDT
Return by in Minnetonka Mills
Sun, May 3, 12:23 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Minnetonka Mills
2026-05-02T22:46
Arrive Hugo
Sat, May 2, 11:34 PM CDT
Route Timing
00h 48m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
8:48 AM to 10:48 AM CDT

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

Leave by
4:54 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Minnetonka Mills
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
Roseville
MN

City in Ramsey County, Minnesota, United States

From Minnetonka Mills
18.1 mi
00h 24m
To Hugo
18.1 mi
00h 24m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
63°F
Saturday

Areas Of Frost then Sunny

Starts
Sat, May 2 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph WNW
Destination
63°F
Saturday

Areas Of Frost then Sunny

Starts
Sat, May 2 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
0 to 10 mph WNW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Minnetonka Mills and Hugo.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Minnetonka Mills and Hugo.

  1. 1

    Start on Shady Oak Road

    98 m · 12 sec · Shady Oak Road

  2. 2

    Turn right onto Minnetonka Boulevard

    1 mi · 2 min · Minnetonka Boulevard

  3. 3

    Turn left onto Hopkins Crossroad

    1.7 mi · 3 min · Hopkins Crossroad

  4. 4

    Take the ramp slight right toward I 394 East

    1971 ft · 50 sec

  5. 5

    Merge slight left

    6.1 mi · 8 min

  6. 6

    Take the exit slight right toward I 94 East, I 94 West

    646 ft · 9 sec

  7. 7

    Keep slight right to continue on I 94 East

    2191 ft · 49 sec

  8. 8

    Merge slight left

    1.5 mi · 2 min

  9. 9

    Take the exit slight left toward I 35W North

    1258 ft · 20 sec

  10. 10

    Merge slight left

    4.8 mi · 6 min

  11. 11

    Take the exit slight right toward MN 36

    1758 ft · 25 sec

  12. 12

    Merge slight left

    1359 ft · 19 sec

  13. 13

    Keep slight right to continue on MN 36

    5.1 mi · 6 min

  14. 14

    Take the exit slight right toward I 35E North, US 10 West

    1095 ft · 29 sec

  15. 15

    Merge slight left

    1.1 mi · 1 min

  16. 16

    Keep slight right to continue on US 10 West, I 694 West, I 694 East

    1620 ft · 20 sec

  17. 17

    Take the exit slight right toward I 35E North, I 694 East

    2496 ft · 35 sec

  18. 18

    Merge slight left

    1.3 km · 60 sec

  19. 19

    Keep slight left to continue on I 35E North: Duluth

    8.9 mi · 10 min

  20. 20

    Take the exit slight right toward CR 14 East

    1756 ft · 43 sec

  21. 21

    Turn right onto Main Street

    2355 ft · 47 sec · Main Street

  22. 22

    Continue on Frenchman Road North

    1.4 mi · 3 min · Frenchman Road North

  23. 23

    Turn left onto Forest Boulevard North

    1045 ft · 16 sec · Forest Boulevard North

  24. 24

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Forest Boulevard North

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Minnetonka Mills and Hugo.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Turn-heavy local drive

The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.

Directions
24 steps
4 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
13
6 merges, 7 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
66.3 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 35E North
11.5 mi · 32%
I 394 East
6.46 mi · 18%
MN 36
5.69 mi · 16%
I 35W North
5.07 mi · 14%
I 94 East
2 mi · 6%
Hopkins Crossroad
1.66 mi · 5%
Longest Stretch

I 35E North

Keep slight left to continue on I 35E North: Duluth

8.93 mi · 00h 10m

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 48m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
01h 36m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+9.6 mi
26.6 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Roseville
00h 24m from Minnetonka Mills
Leave By
4:54 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Areas Of Frost then Sunny leaving Minnetonka Mills and Areas Of Frost then Sunny near Hugo.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Minnetonka Mills to Hugo?

The road trip is about 36.2 miles (58.2 km) and usually takes 00h 48m 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?

Roseville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 18.1 miles from Minnetonka Mills and 18.1 miles from Hugo.

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

The direct path is about 26.6 miles (42.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.6 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 4:54 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.57 one way or $9.14 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11.4 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Areas Of Frost then Sunny around Minnetonka Mills and Areas Of Frost then Sunny near Hugo.

Stop Ideas Near Roseville

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 Roseville and the surrounding midpoint area.
Minneapolis City Hall
Scenic stop 5.3 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 14.3 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 11.3 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 Roseville.

RAIL

Saint Paul Union Depot

5 mi away
Midway Station
RAIL

Red Wing station

69 mi away
420 Levee Street
BUS

Menomonie, WI

98 mi away
302 10th Avenue East
RAIL

St. Cloud

100 mi away
555 East St. Germain Street

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Minnetonka Mills and Hugo. Straight-line distance: 26.61 mi (42.83 km).

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#1 Minnetonka Mills

A city in Hennepin County, Minnesota.

Population50,117
Coordinates44.9410700, -93.4419000
Altitude288
CountryUnited States
Hugo

#2 Hugo

City in Minnesota, United States

Population15,452
Coordinates45.1599700, -92.9932700
Altitude284
CountryUnited States
Start: Minnetonka Mills (-93.4419, 44.94107)
End: Hugo (-92.99327, 45.15997)

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
1.28 gal
4.83 L · about $4.57
Round trip
$9.14
2.56 gal · 9.66 L
Estimated CO2
11.4 kg one way
Round trip: 22.8 kg / 50 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.57 $4.57 $9.14
Mid-grade $3.92 $5.02 $10.04
Premium $4.39 $5.62 $11.24
Diesel $4.86 $6.23 $12.45

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 · May 03, 2026

There is no time difference between Minnetonka Mills and Hugo. The current time is 22:46:26.

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.