How far is Minnetonka, MN from Wayzata, MN?
The driving distance from Minnetonka, MN to Wayzata, MN is about 5.5 miles (8.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 10m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 4.2 miles (6.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 20m 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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This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
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City in Hennepin County, Minnesota, US
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Minnetonka and Wayzata.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Minnetonka and Wayzata.
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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
1.2 km · 2 min · Wayzata Boulevard West
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Turn right onto Chicago Avenue North
753 ft · 33 sec · Chicago Avenue North
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Chicago Avenue North
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Minnetonka and Wayzata.
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.
County Road 101
Continue on County Road 101
2.9 mi · 00h 06m
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.
Rain leaving Minnetonka and Rain Showers near Wayzata.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Minnetonka to Wayzata?
The road trip is about 5.5 miles (8.9 km) and usually takes 00h 10m 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?
Woodland is a useful midpoint, sitting about 2.7 miles from Minnetonka and 2.7 miles from Wayzata.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 4.2 miles (6.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.3 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 8:10 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $0.85 one way or $1.70 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 1.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain around Minnetonka and Rain Showers near Wayzata.
Stop Ideas Near Woodland
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Minneapolis City Hall
City of Bloomington
Mall of America®
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Woodland.
Saint Paul Union Depot
St. Cloud
Red Wing station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Minnetonka and Wayzata. Straight-line distance: 4.21 mi (6.77 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 Wayzata
City in Hennepin County, Minnesota
| Population | 4,618 |
| Coordinates | 44.9741300, -93.5066200 |
| Altitude | 287 |
| Country | United States |
End: Wayzata (-93.50662, 44.97413)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 9 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 11m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 08m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 06m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 05m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 04m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 04m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.25 | $0.85 | $1.70 |
| Mid-grade | $4.72 | $0.94 | $1.89 |
| Premium | $5.26 | $1.05 | $2.10 |
| Diesel | $6.14 | $1.23 | $2.46 |
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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