How far is Minnetonka, MN from New Ulm, MN?
The driving distance from Minnetonka, MN to New Ulm, MN is about 81.8 miles (131.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 44m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 62.8 miles (101 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 29m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 44m.
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.
City in Minnesota, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Minnetonka and New Ulm.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Minnetonka and New Ulm.
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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
32.1 mi · 38 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward US Highway 212
44 m · 2 sec · US Highway 212
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Exit the roundabout onto US Highway 212
12.8 mi · 16 min · US Highway 212
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Turn left onto State Highway 15
29.7 mi · 37 min · State Highway 15
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward US Highway 14
43 m · 6 sec · US Highway 14
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Exit the roundabout onto US Highway 14
1269 ft · 24 sec · US Highway 14
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Continue on 7th North Street
1672 ft · 49 sec · 7th North Street
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Turn left onto North Broadway
3013 ft · 2 min · North Broadway
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Turn right onto Center Street
130 m · 17 sec · Center Street
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Continue on Center Street
134 m · 20 sec · Center Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Center Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Minnetonka and New Ulm.
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 West
Merge slight left
32.1 mi · 00h 38m
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 Minnetonka and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near New Ulm.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Minnetonka to New Ulm?
The road trip is about 81.8 miles (131.6 km) and usually takes 01h 44m 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?
Glencoe is a useful midpoint, sitting about 40.8 miles from Minnetonka and 40.9 miles from New Ulm.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 62.8 miles (101 km), while the road route adds roughly 19 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 3:00 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.28 one way or $20.56 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 25.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Minnetonka and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near New Ulm.
Stop Ideas Near Glencoe
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Minnetonka and New Ulm. Straight-line distance: 62.77 mi (101.02 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 New Ulm
City in Minnesota, USA
| Population | 13,141 |
| Coordinates | 44.3124600, -94.4605300 |
| Altitude | 274 |
| Country | United States |
End: New Ulm (-94.46053, 44.31246)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 132 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 43m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 02m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 38m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 21m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 01m |
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 | $10.28 | $20.56 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $11.29 | $22.58 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $12.65 | $25.30 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $14.01 | $28.02 |
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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