How far is Pipestone, MN from Minneapolis, MN?
The driving distance from Pipestone, MN to Minneapolis, MN is about 198 miles (318.7 km), with a travel time of about 03h 29m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 165 miles (265.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 59m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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City in Minnesota, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Pipestone and Minneapolis.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pipestone and Minneapolis.
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Start on Main Street East
2630 ft · 1 min · Main Street East
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At the end of the road, turn left onto 8th Avenue Northeast
873 ft · 12 sec · 8th Avenue Northeast
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Turn right onto State Highway 23
44.3 mi · 56 min · State Highway 23
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Turn right onto East College Drive
2700 ft · 53 sec · East College Drive
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Continue on State Highway 19
13.4 mi · 17 min · State Highway 19
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Continue on State Highway 19
20.9 mi · 26 min · State Highway 19
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Continue on West Bridge Street
3270 ft · 1 min · West Bridge Street
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Keep slight left to continue on West Bridge Street
6.6 mi · 10 min · West Bridge Street
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Turn slight right onto MN 19: Morton, Fairfax
31.3 mi · 42 min
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Turn left onto State Highway 15
12.6 mi · 16 min · State Highway 15
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Turn right
12.8 mi · 16 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
47 m · 2 sec
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Exit the roundabout
10.2 mi · 12 min
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Keep slight right
30.9 mi · 37 min
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Continue on Crosstown Highway
4.9 mi · 6 min · Crosstown Highway
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Take the exit slight left toward I 35W North
964 ft · 24 sec
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Merge slight left
5.4 mi · 7 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 94 West
2634 ft · 32 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on 5th Avenue South
1682 ft · 43 sec
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Continue on 5th Avenue South
3272 ft · 2 min · 5th Avenue South
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Turn left onto Washington Avenue South
798 ft · 32 sec · Washington Avenue South
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Washington Avenue South
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Pipestone and Minneapolis.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
State Highway 23
Turn right onto State Highway 23
44.3 mi · 00h 56m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Pipestone and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Minneapolis.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Pipestone to Minneapolis?
The road trip is about 198 miles (318.7 km) and usually takes 03h 29m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Fairfax is a useful midpoint, sitting about 98.2 miles from Pipestone and 99.8 miles from Minneapolis.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 165 miles (265.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 33 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:00 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.95 one way or $49.89 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 62.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Pipestone and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Minneapolis.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Pipestone and Minneapolis. Straight-line distance: 165.01 mi (265.56 km).
#1 Pipestone
City in Minnesota, United States of America
| Population | 4,039 |
| Coordinates | 44.0005300, -96.3175300 |
| Altitude | 529 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Minneapolis
The largest city in Minnesota, Minneapolis is a major center for business, finance, and culture.
| Population | 433,111 |
| Coordinates | 44.9799700, -93.2638400 |
| Altitude | 253 |
| Country | United States |
End: Washington Avenue South (-93.263838, 44.979973)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 319 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 35m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 57m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 57m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 18m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 49m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 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 | $24.95 | $49.89 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $27.41 | $54.82 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $30.70 | $61.40 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $34.00 | $68.00 |
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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