How far is Minnetonka, MN from Oak Park Heights, MN?
The driving distance from Minnetonka, MN to Oak Park Heights, MN is about 41.1 miles (66.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 57m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 35.7 miles (57.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 55m 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 00h 57m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Ramsey County, Minnesota
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Minnetonka and Oak Park Heights.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Minnetonka and Oak Park Heights.
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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
1049 ft · 33 sec · County Road 101
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Turn right onto Minnesota State Highway 7
2.1 mi · 3 min · Minnesota State Highway 7
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Keep slight left to continue on Minnesota State Highway 7
6 mi · 9 min · Minnesota State Highway 7
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 100 North
1036 ft · 25 sec
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Merge slight left onto CR 5
1.3 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 394 East: Minneapolis
1.1 mi · 2 min
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Merge slight left
1.8 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 94 East, I 94 West
646 ft · 9 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 94 East
2191 ft · 49 sec
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Merge slight left
1.5 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight left toward I 35W North
1258 ft · 20 sec
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Merge slight left
4.8 mi · 6 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 36
1758 ft · 25 sec
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Merge slight left
1359 ft · 19 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on MN 36
19.4 mi · 25 min
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Turn right onto Osgood Avenue North
568 ft · 21 sec · Osgood Avenue North
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Turn left onto 59th Street North
710 ft · 19 sec · 59th Street North
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Continue on 60th Street North (South Frontage Road)
1 km · 2 min · 60th Street North (South Frontage Road)
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Turn right onto Penrose Avenue North
1125 ft · 55 sec · Penrose Avenue North
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Turn left onto 57th Street North
22 m · 5 sec · 57th Street North
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Turn right
14 m · 3 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Minnetonka and Oak Park Heights.
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.
MN 36
Keep slight right to continue on MN 36
19.4 mi · 00h 25m
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.
Chance Snow Showers leaving Minnetonka and Chance Snow Showers near Oak Park Heights.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Minnetonka to Oak Park Heights?
The road trip is about 41.1 miles (66.1 km) and usually takes 00h 57m 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?
Lauderdale is a useful midpoint, sitting about 20.5 miles from Minnetonka and 20.6 miles from Oak Park Heights.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 35.7 miles (57.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.4 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 4:34 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.18 one way or $10.35 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Snow Showers around Minnetonka and Chance Snow Showers near Oak Park Heights.
Stop Ideas Near Lauderdale
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
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Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Lauderdale.
Saint Paul Union Depot
Red Wing station
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Minnetonka and Oak Park Heights. Straight-line distance: 35.67 mi (57.4 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 Oak Park Heights
City in Washington County, Minnesota
| Population | 4,973 |
| Coordinates | 45.0313600, -92.7929800 |
| Altitude | 239 |
| Country | United States |
End: Oak Park Heights (-92.79298, 45.03136)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 66 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 22m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 01m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 30m |
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 | $5.18 | $10.35 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $5.69 | $11.37 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $6.37 | $12.74 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $7.05 | $14.11 |
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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