How far is Ramsey, MN from Lakeville, MN?

The driving distance from Ramsey, MN to Lakeville, MN is about 51.7 miles (83.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 06m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 43.4 miles (69.9 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 12m 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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Quick Snapshot
Road
51.72 mi
01h 06m
Flight
43.44 mi
69.91 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
43.44 mi
Kilometers
69.91 km
Flight Time
00h 05m

Driving Distance

Road route
51.72 mi
Kilometers
83.23 km
Drive Time
01h 06m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 06m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Lakeville
Thu, Apr 30, 2:41 PM CDT
Return by in Ramsey
Thu, Apr 30, 3:48 PM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Ramsey
2026-04-30T13:35
Arrive Lakeville
Thu, Apr 30, 2:41 PM CDT
Route Timing
01h 06m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:06 AM to 11:06 AM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
4:18 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Ramsey
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Saint Louis Park
MN

The most populous city in Hennepin County, Minnesota.

From Ramsey
24.9 mi
00h 33m
To Lakeville
26.8 mi
00h 33m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
51°F
Thursday

Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 30 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph NNW
Destination
50°F
Thursday

Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 30 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph NNW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Ramsey and Lakeville.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Ramsey and Lakeville.

  1. 1

    Start on the route

    124 m · 30 sec

  2. 2

    Continue on 160th Lane Northwest

    1344 ft · 1 min · 160th Lane Northwest

  3. 3

    Turn right onto Jaspar Street Northwest

    1044 ft · 49 sec · Jaspar Street Northwest

  4. 4

    At the end of the road, turn right onto Ramsey Boulevard Northwest

    2.3 mi · 3 min · Ramsey Boulevard Northwest

  5. 5

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Ramsey Boulevard Northwest

    41 m · 3 sec · Ramsey Boulevard Northwest

  6. 6

    Exit the roundabout onto Ramsey Boulevard Northwest

    120 m · 11 sec · Ramsey Boulevard Northwest

  7. 7

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward the route

    88 m · 8 sec

  8. 8

    Exit the roundabout

    1359 ft · 33 sec

  9. 9

    Merge slight left

    2.5 mi · 3 min

  10. 10

    Take the exit slight right toward Main Street, Greenhaven Road

    843 ft · 21 sec

  11. 11

    Keep slight left to continue on Main Street, Greenhaven Road

    42 m · 4 sec

  12. 12

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward West Main Street

    30 m · 2 sec · West Main Street

  13. 13

    Exit the roundabout onto West Main Street

    2991 ft · 1 min · West Main Street

  14. 14

    Turn right onto South Ferry Street

    5.8 mi · 9 min · South Ferry Street

  15. 15

    Take the exit slight right toward CR 81, CR 109: Bottineau Boulevard, 85th Avenue North

    1490 ft · 36 sec

  16. 16

    Keep slight right to continue on CR 81 South: Bottineau Boulevard

    1.1 km · 2 min

  17. 17

    Merge slight left onto Bottineau Boulevard

    5 mi · 7 min · Bottineau Boulevard

  18. 18

    Take the exit slight right toward MN 100 South

    663 ft · 16 sec

  19. 19

    Keep slight left to continue on MN 100 South

    1823 ft · 45 sec

  20. 20

    Merge slight left

    12.3 mi · 15 min

  21. 21

    Take the exit slight right toward I 494 East, MN 5 East

    1139 ft · 28 sec

  22. 22

    Merge slight left

    2.1 mi · 3 min

  23. 23

    Take the exit slight right toward I 35W South: Albert Lea

    1038 ft · 25 sec

  24. 24

    Continue on I 35W South: Albert Lea

    2054 ft · 50 sec

  25. 25

    Merge slight left

    11.1 mi · 13 min

  26. 26

    Take the exit slight right toward CR 5, CR 50

    999 ft · 26 sec

  27. 27

    Turn left onto Kenwood Trail

    1.3 mi · 2 min · Kenwood Trail

  28. 28

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Kenwood Trail /Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway

    39 m · 3 sec · Kenwood Trail /Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway

  29. 29

    Exit the roundabout onto Kenwood Trail /Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway

    2.2 mi · 3 min · Kenwood Trail /Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway

  30. 30

    Continue on Kenwood Trai/Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway

    770 ft · 17 sec · Kenwood Trai/Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway

  31. 31

    Continue on 202nd Street West / Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway

    2553 ft · 48 sec · 202nd Street West / Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway

  32. 32

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward 202nd Street West

    4 m · 1 sec · Holyoke Avenue

  33. 33

    Exit the rotary onto Holyoke Avenue

    2291 ft · 1 min · Holyoke Avenue

  34. 34

    Turn left onto 207th Street West

    7 m · 1 sec · 207th Street West

  35. 35

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · 207th Street West

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Ramsey and Lakeville.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Turn-heavy local drive

The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.

Directions
35 steps
15 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
21
5 merges, 16 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
67.7 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
MN 100 South
12.8 mi · 25%
I 35W South
11.6 mi · 23%
South Ferry Street
5.82 mi · 11%
Ramsey Boulevard Northwest
5.16 mi · 10%
Bottineau Boulevard
4.99 mi · 10%
I 494 East
2.32 mi · 4%
Longest Stretch

MN 100 South

Merge slight left

12.3 mi · 00h 15m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
01h 06m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 12m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+8.3 mi
43.4 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Saint Louis Park
00h 33m from Ramsey
Leave By
4:18 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny leaving Ramsey and Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny near Lakeville.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Ramsey to Lakeville?

The road trip is about 51.7 miles (83.2 km) and usually takes 01h 06m 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?

Saint Louis Park is a useful midpoint, sitting about 24.9 miles from Ramsey and 26.8 miles from Lakeville.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 43.4 miles (69.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.3 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 4:18 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.53 one way or $13.06 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16.3 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny around Ramsey and Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny near Lakeville.

Stop Ideas Near Saint Louis Park

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Saint Louis Park and the surrounding midpoint area.
Minneapolis City Hall
Scenic stop 4.5 mi away

Minneapolis City Hall

Minneapolis , MN
350 S 5th St, Minneapolis, MN 55415
Rating 4.3/5 28 reviews City Hall,Tourist attraction
City of Bloomington
Meeting point 8.7 mi away

City of Bloomington

Bloomington , MN
1800 W Old Shakopee Rd, Bloomington, MN 55431
Rating 3.6/5 25 reviews City Hall,City government office
Mall of America®
Nearby stop 8.2 mi away

Mall of America®

Bloomington , MN
60 E Broadway, Bloomington, MN 55425, United States
Rating 4.6/5 44,911 reviews Shopping mall

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Saint Louis Park.

RAIL

Saint Paul Union Depot

13 mi away
Midway Station
RAIL

Red Wing station

77 mi away
420 Levee Street
RAIL

St. Cloud

93 mi away
555 East St. Germain Street
BUS

Menomonie, WI

112 mi away
302 10th Avenue East

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Ramsey and Lakeville. Straight-line distance: 43.44 mi (69.91 km).

Ramsey

#1 Ramsey

City in Anoka County, Minnesota, United States

Population28,523
Coordinates45.2611000, -93.4500000
Altitude267
CountryUnited States
Lakeville

#2 Lakeville

The most populous city in Dakota County, Minnesota.

Population69,583
Coordinates44.6496900, -93.2427200
Altitude296
CountryUnited States
Start: (-93.44975, 45.260382)
End: 207th Street West (-93.24272, 44.649706)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 83 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 43m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 17m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 02m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 51m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 44m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 38m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.83 gal
6.91 L · about $6.53
Round trip
$13.06
3.66 gal · 13.82 L
Estimated CO2
16.3 kg one way
Round trip: 32.5 kg / 72 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.57 $6.53 $13.06
Mid-grade $3.92 $7.18 $14.35
Premium $4.39 $8.04 $16.07
Diesel $4.86 $8.90 $17.80

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 · Apr 30, 2026

There is no time difference between Ramsey and Lakeville. The current time is 13:35:24.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.