How far is Oak Park Heights, MN from Burnsville, MN?
The driving distance from Oak Park Heights, MN to Burnsville, MN is about 38.6 miles (62.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 43m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 29.9 miles (48.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 27m 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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City in Minnesota, United States
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Oak Park Heights and Burnsville.
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Start on the route
14 m · 6 sec
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Turn right onto 57th Street North
60 m · 10 sec · 57th Street North
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Turn right onto Penfield Avenue North
124 m · 19 sec · Penfield Avenue North
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Turn right onto Stagecoach Trail North
100 m · 13 sec · Stagecoach Trail North
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Turn left onto 56th Street North
1295 ft · 40 sec · 56th Street North
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Turn right onto Saint Croix Trail North
1.1 km · 1 min · Saint Croix Trail North
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Continue on 3rd Street North
2804 ft · 56 sec · 3rd Street North
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Keep slight right to continue on Minnesota Street South
1.2 mi · 2 min · Minnesota Street South
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Continue on Saint Croix Trail North
2.5 mi · 3 min · Saint Croix Trail North
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 94 West, MN 95 South: Saint Paul
8.8 mi · 10 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 694 North, I 494 South
1560 ft · 38 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 494 South
1640 ft · 40 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 494 South
1088 ft · 37 sec
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Continue straight
8.5 mi · 11 min
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Keep slight left
3.7 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 35E South, I 35E North: Albert Lea, Saint Paul
1172 ft · 29 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 35E South: Albert Lea
1.3 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left
8.4 mi · 9 min
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Take the exit slight right toward CR 11
1337 ft · 33 sec
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Keep slight right
77 m · 7 sec
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Turn straight
113 m · 16 sec
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Turn left onto East 134th Street
1.5 mi · 4 min · East 134th Street
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Turn right onto Nicollet Avenue South
2020 ft · 49 sec · Nicollet Avenue South
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Nicollet Avenue South
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Oak Park Heights and Burnsville.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 94 West
Take the ramp slight right toward I 94 West, MN 95 South: Saint Paul
8.83 mi · 00h 10m
Route Summary
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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.
Chance Snow Showers leaving Oak Park Heights and Chance Snow Showers near Burnsville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Oak Park Heights to Burnsville?
The road trip is about 38.6 miles (62.1 km) and usually takes 00h 43m 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?
South Saint Paul is a useful midpoint, sitting about 19.4 miles from Oak Park Heights and 19.3 miles from Burnsville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 29.9 miles (48.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.7 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:02 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.85 one way or $9.71 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Snow Showers around Oak Park Heights and Chance Snow Showers near Burnsville.
Stop Ideas Near South Saint Paul
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Oak Park Heights and Burnsville. Straight-line distance: 29.91 mi (48.14 km).
#1 Oak Park Heights
City in Washington County, Minnesota
| Population | 4,973 |
| Coordinates | 45.0313600, -92.7929800 |
| Altitude | 239 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Burnsville
The most populous city in Dakota County, Minnesota.
| Population | 62,170 |
| Coordinates | 44.7677400, -93.2777200 |
| Altitude | 296 |
| Country | United States |
End: Nicollet Avenue South (-93.277664, 44.76774)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 62 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 17m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 28m |
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 | $4.85 | $9.71 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $5.33 | $10.67 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $5.97 | $11.95 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $6.62 | $13.23 |
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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