How far is Minnetonka, MN from Delano, MN?
The driving distance from Minnetonka, MN to Delano, MN is about 21.4 miles (34.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 32m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 16.5 miles (26.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 04m 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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Halfway Point
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City in Hennepin County, Minnesota, US
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Minnetonka and Delano.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Minnetonka and Delano.
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Start on County Road 101
859 ft · 26 sec · County Road 101
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Continue on County Road 101
2.9 mi · 6 min · County Road 101
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Continue on Bushaway Road
1.5 mi · 2 min · Bushaway Road
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Turn left onto Wayzata Boulevard West
2277 ft · 54 sec · Wayzata Boulevard West
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Turn right onto Central Avenue North
2039 ft · 45 sec · Central Avenue North
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Take the ramp left toward US 12 West
1418 ft · 35 sec
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Merge slight left
9.6 mi · 13 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Babcock Boulevard;County Road 90
41 m · 2 sec · Babcock Boulevard
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Exit the rotary onto Babcock Boulevard
2 mi · 3 min · Babcock Boulevard
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Keep slight right to continue on Babcock Boulevard
4.1 mi · 6 min · Babcock Boulevard
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Turn right onto Bridge Avenue West
677 ft · 19 sec · Bridge Avenue West
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Bridge Avenue East
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Minnetonka and Delano.
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 12 West
Merge slight left
9.55 mi · 00h 13m
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.
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Minnetonka and Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Delano.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Minnetonka to Delano?
The road trip is about 21.4 miles (34.5 km) and usually takes 00h 32m 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?
Orono is a useful midpoint, sitting about 10.7 miles from Minnetonka and 10.7 miles from Delano.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 16.5 miles (26.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.9 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 7:26 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.71 one way or $5.42 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 6.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Minnetonka and Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Delano.
Stop Ideas Near Orono
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 Orono.
Saint Paul Union Depot
St. Cloud
Red Wing station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Minnetonka and Delano. Straight-line distance: 16.56 mi (26.65 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 Delano
City in Minnesota, United States
| Population | 6,353 |
| Coordinates | 45.0419100, -93.7891300 |
| Altitude | 281 |
| Country | United States |
End: Delano (-93.78913, 45.04191)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 35 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 25m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 16m |
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 | $2.71 | $5.42 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $2.98 | $5.96 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $3.34 | $6.68 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $3.70 | $7.39 |
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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