How far is Oakdale, MN from Minnetonka, MN?
The driving distance from Oakdale, MN to Minnetonka, MN is about 37.3 miles (60.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 40m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 26.5 miles (42.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 21m 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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Halfway Point
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City in Dakota County, Minnesota, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Areas Of Frost then Sunny
Areas Of Frost then Sunny
Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Oakdale and Minnetonka.
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Start on 10th Street North
1242 ft · 32 sec · 10th Street North
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 694 South
1378 ft · 34 sec
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Merge slight left
1.2 km · 55 sec
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Continue straight
8.5 mi · 11 min
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Keep slight left
18 mi · 22 min
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Keep slight left
4.7 mi · 6 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 7 West
1154 ft · 28 sec
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Merge slight left onto Minnesota State Highway 7
2.7 mi · 4 min · Minnesota State Highway 7
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Turn left onto County Road 101
73 m · 11 sec · County Road 101
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · County Road 101
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Oakdale and Minnetonka.
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 694 South
Keep slight left
18 mi · 00h 23m
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.
Areas Of Frost then Sunny leaving Oakdale and Areas Of Frost then Sunny near Minnetonka.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Oakdale to Minnetonka?
The road trip is about 37.3 miles (60.1 km) and usually takes 00h 40m 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?
Mendota is a useful midpoint, sitting about 17.6 miles from Oakdale and 19.7 miles from Minnetonka.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 26.5 miles (42.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.8 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 7:08 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.71 one way or $9.42 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Areas Of Frost then Sunny around Oakdale and Areas Of Frost then Sunny near Minnetonka.
Stop Ideas Near Mendota
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 Mendota.
Saint Paul Union Depot
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St. Cloud
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Oakdale and Minnetonka. Straight-line distance: 26.55 mi (42.73 km).
#1 Oakdale
City in Stanislaus County, California, United States
| Population | 27,773 |
| Coordinates | 44.9630200, -92.9649400 |
| Altitude | 326 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Minnetonka
The most populous city in Hennepin County, Minnesota.
| Population | 55,370 |
| Coordinates | 44.9133000, -93.5032900 |
| Altitude | 275 |
| Country | United States |
End: County Road 101 (-93.503348, 44.913301)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 60 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 14m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 56m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 37m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 27m |
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 | $4.71 | $9.42 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $5.18 | $10.35 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $5.80 | $11.59 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $6.42 | $12.84 |
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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