How far is North Branch, MN from Bloomington, MN?
The driving distance from North Branch, MN to Bloomington, MN is about 55.7 miles (89.6 km), with a travel time of about 00h 54m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 48.8 miles (78.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 48m 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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Halfway Point
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City in Anoka County, Minnesota, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny
Areas Of Frost then Sunny
Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Branch and Bloomington.
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Start on Forest Boulevard
11 m · 9 sec · Forest Boulevard
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Turn left onto Main Street
1853 ft · 37 sec · Main Street
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Continue on Saint Croix Trail
1881 ft · 57 sec · Saint Croix Trail
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Turn left onto I 35 South: Saint Paul, Minneapolis
1217 ft · 32 sec
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Merge slight left
20.2 mi · 22 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 35W: Minneapolis
34.3 mi · 42 min
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Take the exit slight right toward 90th Street
1145 ft · 35 sec
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Turn left onto West 90th Street
63 m · 6 sec · West 90th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West 90th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between North Branch and Bloomington.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
I 35W
Keep slight right to continue on I 35W: Minneapolis
34.3 mi · 00h 42m
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.
Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny leaving North Branch and Areas Of Frost then Sunny near Bloomington.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from North Branch to Bloomington?
The road trip is about 55.7 miles (89.6 km) and usually takes 00h 54m 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?
Circle Pines is a useful midpoint, sitting about 27.8 miles from North Branch and 27.8 miles from Bloomington.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 48.8 miles (78.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.9 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:42 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.00 one way or $13.99 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 17.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny around North Branch and Areas Of Frost then Sunny near Bloomington.
Stop Ideas Near Circle Pines
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Minneapolis City Hall
Ham Lake City Hall
Champlin Utility Billing
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Circle Pines.
Saint Paul Union Depot
Red Wing station
St. Cloud
Menomonie, WI
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between North Branch and Bloomington. Straight-line distance: 48.85 mi (78.62 km).
#1 North Branch
City in Minnesota, United States
| Population | 1,875 |
| Coordinates | 45.5113500, -92.9802200 |
| Altitude | 274 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Bloomington
The most populous city in Hennepin County, Minnesota.
| Population | 84,583 |
| Coordinates | 44.8408000, -93.2982800 |
| Altitude | 252 |
| Country | United States |
End: West 90th Street (-93.29828, 44.84075)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 90 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 51m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 23m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 06m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 55m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 41m |
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 | $7.00 | $13.99 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $7.69 | $15.37 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $8.61 | $17.22 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $9.53 | $19.07 |
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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