How far is Minnetonka, MN from Carver, MN?
The driving distance from Minnetonka, MN to Carver, MN is about 13.9 miles (22.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 22m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 11.9 miles (19.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 45m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 22m.
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City in Minnesota, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Minnetonka and Carver.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Minnetonka and Carver.
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Start on County Road 101
1.7 mi · 3 min · County Road 101
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Turn right
1080 ft · 18 sec
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Continue straight
2.1 mi · 3 min
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Turn right onto Prince Rogers Nelson Memorial Highway
1 km · 1 min · Prince Rogers Nelson Memorial Highway
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Turn left onto Market Boulevard
1824 ft · 44 sec · Market Boulevard
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Continue on Great Plains Boulevard
3166 ft · 1 min · Great Plains Boulevard
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Take the ramp left toward US 212 West
1299 ft · 38 sec
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Merge slight left
3.6 mi · 4 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 41: Chestnut Street
1475 ft · 38 sec
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Turn left onto North Chestnut Street
1.2 km · 1 min · North Chestnut Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward North Chestnut Street
49 m · 3 sec · North Chestnut Street
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Exit the roundabout onto North Chestnut Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · North Chestnut Street
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Turn right onto West 6th Street
1743 ft · 48 sec · West 6th Street
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Continue on Chaska Boulevard
1.4 km · 1 min · Chaska Boulevard
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Turn left onto Old Carver Road
1.5 km · 2 min · Old Carver Road
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Continue on 4th Street East
756 ft · 21 sec · 4th Street East
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 4th Street West
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Minnetonka and Carver.
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.
US 212 West
Merge slight left
3.62 mi · 00h 04m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Chance Snow Showers leaving Minnetonka and Chance Snow Showers near Carver.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Minnetonka to Carver?
The road trip is about 13.9 miles (22.3 km) and usually takes 00h 22m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Chanhassen is a useful midpoint, sitting about 6.9 miles from Minnetonka and 7 miles from Carver.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 11.9 miles (19.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 2 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:44 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.75 one way or $3.50 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 4.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Snow Showers around Minnetonka and Chance Snow Showers near Carver.
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 Minnetonka and Carver. Straight-line distance: 11.96 mi (19.25 km).
#1 Minnetonka
The most populous city in Hennepin County, Minnesota.
| Population | 55,370 |
| Coordinates | 44.9133000, -93.5032900 |
| Altitude | 275 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Carver
City in Carver County, Minnesota
| Population | 5,863 |
| Coordinates | 44.7635700, -93.6257900 |
| Altitude | 223 |
| Country | United States |
End: Carver (-93.62579, 44.76357)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 22 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 20m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 16m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 13m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 11m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 10m |
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 | $1.75 | $3.50 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $1.92 | $3.84 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $2.15 | $4.30 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $2.38 | $4.77 |
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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