How far is Minnetonka, MN from North Oaks, MN?

The driving distance from Minnetonka, MN to North Oaks, MN is about 31.5 miles (50.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 46m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 24.5 miles (39.4 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 33m 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
31.53 mi
00h 46m
Flight
24.51 mi
39.44 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
24.51 mi
Kilometers
39.44 km
Flight Time
00h 02m

Driving Distance

Road route
31.53 mi
Kilometers
50.74 km
Drive Time
00h 46m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 46m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in North Oaks
Thu, Apr 23, 4:55 AM CDT
Return by in Minnetonka
Thu, Apr 23, 5:42 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Minnetonka
2026-04-23T04:08
Arrive North Oaks
Thu, Apr 23, 4:55 AM CDT
Route Timing
00h 46m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
8:47 AM to 10:47 AM CDT

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

Leave by
4:56 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Minnetonka
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
Robbinsdale
MN

City in Hennepin County, Minnesota

From Minnetonka
15.7 mi
00h 23m
To North Oaks
15.8 mi
00h 23m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
75°F
Thursday

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
15 to 20 mph S
Destination
75°F
Thursday

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
15 to 20 mph S

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Minnetonka and North Oaks.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Minnetonka and North Oaks.

  1. 1

    Start on County Road 101

    859 ft · 26 sec · County Road 101

  2. 2

    Continue on County Road 101

    1049 ft · 33 sec · County Road 101

  3. 3

    Turn right onto Minnesota State Highway 7

    2.1 mi · 3 min · Minnesota State Highway 7

  4. 4

    Keep slight left to continue on Minnesota State Highway 7

    6 mi · 9 min · Minnesota State Highway 7

  5. 5

    Take the exit slight right toward MN 100 North

    1036 ft · 25 sec

  6. 6

    Merge slight left onto CR 5

    9.4 mi · 12 min

  7. 7

    Keep slight left to continue on I 694 East

    1.1 km · 1 min

  8. 8

    Merge slight left

    5.3 mi · 6 min

  9. 9

    Take the exit slight right toward I 35W North

    1038 ft · 27 sec

  10. 10

    Merge slight left

    3150 ft · 44 sec

  11. 11

    Take the exit slight right toward CR 96

    1179 ft · 29 sec

  12. 12

    Keep slight right to continue on CR 96

    79 m · 8 sec

  13. 13

    Turn straight onto County Highway 96

    3.8 mi · 6 min · County Highway 96

  14. 14

    Turn left onto Pleasant Lake Road

    2224 ft · 1 min · Pleasant Lake Road

  15. 15

    Continue on East Pleasant Lake Road

    3042 ft · 1 min · East Pleasant Lake Road

  16. 16

    Continue on East Pleasant Lake Road

    1.3 mi · 3 min · East Pleasant Lake Road

  17. 17

    Turn right onto East Oriole Lane

    698 ft · 35 sec · East Oriole Lane

  18. 18

    Turn left onto North Oaks Road

    1054 ft · 29 sec · North Oaks Road

  19. 19

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · North Oaks Road

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Minnetonka and North Oaks.

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
19 steps
5 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
6
3 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
60.3 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
CR 5
9.4 mi · 30%
Minnesota State Highway 7
8.07 mi · 26%
I 694 East
6 mi · 19%
County Highway 96
3.79 mi · 12%
East Pleasant Lake Road
1.88 mi · 6%
I 35W North
0.79 mi · 3%
Longest Stretch

CR 5

Merge slight left onto CR 5

9.4 mi · 00h 12m

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 46m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
01h 34m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+7 mi
24.5 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Robbinsdale
00h 23m from Minnetonka
Leave By
4:56 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Minnetonka and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near North Oaks.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Minnetonka to North Oaks?

The road trip is about 31.5 miles (50.7 km) and usually takes 00h 46m 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?

Robbinsdale is a useful midpoint, sitting about 15.7 miles from Minnetonka and 15.8 miles from North Oaks.

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

The direct path is about 24.5 miles (39.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 7 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 4:56 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.96 one way or $7.92 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9.9 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 North Oaks.

Stop Ideas Near Robbinsdale

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 Robbinsdale and the surrounding midpoint area.
Minneapolis City Hall
Scenic stop 5.5 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 14.9 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 13.6 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 Robbinsdale.

RAIL

Saint Paul Union Depot

14 mi away
Midway Station
RAIL

Red Wing station

82 mi away
420 Levee Street
RAIL

St. Cloud

87 mi away
555 East St. Germain Street
BUS

Menomonie, WI

113 mi away
302 10th Avenue East

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Minnetonka and North Oaks. Straight-line distance: 24.51 mi (39.44 km).

Minnetonka

#1 Minnetonka

The most populous city in Hennepin County, Minnesota.

Population55,370
Coordinates44.9133000, -93.5032900
Altitude275
CountryUnited States
North Oaks

#2 North Oaks

City in the U.

Population5,345
Coordinates45.1027400, -93.0791100
Altitude286
CountryUnited States
Start: Minnetonka (-93.50329, 44.9133)
End: North Oaks (-93.07911, 45.10274)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 51 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 03m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 47m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 37m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 31m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 27m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 23m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.11 gal
4.21 L · about $3.96
Round trip
$7.92
2.22 gal · 8.42 L
Estimated CO2
9.9 kg one way
Round trip: 19.7 kg / 43 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.57 $3.96 $7.92
Mid-grade $3.92 $4.35 $8.70
Premium $4.39 $4.88 $9.75
Diesel $4.86 $5.40 $10.80

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 · Apr 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Minnetonka and North Oaks. The current time is 04:08:15.

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.