How far is North Mankato, MN from Apple Valley, MN?
The driving distance from North Mankato, MN to Apple Valley, MN is about 72.9 miles (117.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 16m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 55.7 miles (89.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 32m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 16m.
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.
Township in Scott County, Minnesota
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between North Mankato and Apple Valley.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Mankato and Apple Valley.
-
1
Start on Lee Boulevard
15 m · 8 sec · Lee Boulevard
-
2
Turn left onto Lor Ray Drive
2630 ft · 1 min · Lor Ray Drive
-
3
Take the ramp right
1336 ft · 33 sec
-
4
Merge slight left
2801 ft · 37 sec
-
5
Take the exit slight right toward US 169, MN 60: Minneapolis, Mankato, North Mankato
2852 ft · 1 min
-
6
Merge slight right
21.5 mi · 27 min
-
7
Continue straight
11.8 mi · 14 min
-
8
Continue straight
9.6 mi · 11 min
-
9
Turn right onto 2nd Street West
1231 ft · 21 sec · 2nd Street West
-
10
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward 2nd Street West
30 m · 2 sec · 2nd Street West
-
11
Exit the roundabout onto 2nd Street West
3227 ft · 2 min · 2nd Street West
-
12
Continue on East 2nd Street /Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway
2566 ft · 50 sec · East 2nd Street /Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway
-
13
Continue on Country Trail West /Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway
5 mi · 6 min · Country Trail West /Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway
-
14
Continue on Country Trail East /Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway
1.3 mi · 2 min · Country Trail East /Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway
-
15
At the end of the road, turn left onto Langford Boulevard
3.5 mi · 5 min · Langford Boulevard
-
16
Continue on Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway
1.3 km · 1 min · Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway
-
17
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Highway 13 South
41 m · 2 sec · Highway 13 South
-
18
Exit the roundabout onto Highway 13 South
3.3 mi · 5 min · Highway 13 South
-
19
Turn right onto Egan Drive
2.5 mi · 4 min · Egan Drive
-
20
Continue on County Road 42 West
5.8 mi · 11 min · County Road 42 West
-
21
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · County Road 42
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between North Mankato and Apple Valley.
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 169
Merge slight right
21.5 mi · 00h 27m
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 Showers And Thunderstorms leaving North Mankato and Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Apple Valley.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from North Mankato to Apple Valley?
The road trip is about 72.9 miles (117.3 km) and usually takes 01h 16m 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?
Blakeley is a useful midpoint, sitting about 34.1 miles from North Mankato and 38.8 miles from Apple Valley.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 55.7 miles (89.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 17.2 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 3:58 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.17 one way or $18.34 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 22.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around North Mankato and Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Apple Valley.
Stop Ideas Near Blakeley
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Blakeley.
Saint Paul Union Depot
Red Wing station
St. Cloud
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between North Mankato and Apple Valley. Straight-line distance: 55.77 mi (89.75 km).
#1 North Mankato
City in Nicollet County, Minnesota, United States of America
| Population | 14,052 |
| Coordinates | 44.1733000, -94.0338500 |
| Altitude | 305 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Apple Valley
A city in Dakota County, Minnesota.
| Population | 54,847 |
| Coordinates | 44.7319100, -93.2177200 |
| Altitude | 291 |
| Country | United States |
End: 150th Street West (-93.21772, 44.731938)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 117 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 25m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 49m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 27m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 12m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 02m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 54m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.57 | $9.17 | $18.34 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $10.08 | $20.15 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $11.29 | $22.57 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $12.50 | $25.00 |
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 · May 31, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.