How far is Saint Louis Park, MN from Mankato, MN?
The driving distance from Saint Louis Park, MN to Mankato, MN is about 76.3 miles (122.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 37m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 63.5 miles (102.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 14m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CST.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 37m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saint Louis Park and Mankato.
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Start on the route
6 mi · 8 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 494 West, MN 5 West
2018 ft · 49 sec
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Merge slight left
1.5 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 169 South, US 169 North
1456 ft · 36 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on US 169 South
2543 ft · 58 sec
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Merge slight left
13.3 mi · 15 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 41, CR 78: Chestnut Boulevard
1473 ft · 36 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on CR 78: Chestnut Boulevard
69 m · 7 sec
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Continue on County Road 78
1252 ft · 25 sec · County Road 78
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Turn right onto Louisville Road
2 mi · 4 min · Louisville Road
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Turn right onto 147th Street
1775 ft · 43 sec · 147th Street
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Turn left onto Red Rock Drive
1624 ft · 35 sec · Red Rock Drive
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Take the ramp straight toward US 169 South
80 m · 7 sec
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Merge slight left
11.1 mi · 13 min
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Continue straight
3.8 mi · 4 min
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Continue straight
23.7 mi · 29 min
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Continue straight
11.2 mi · 14 min
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Take the exit slight right
1162 ft · 28 sec
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Keep slight left
54 m · 6 sec
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Turn left onto Belgrade Avenue
775 ft · 32 sec · Belgrade Avenue
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Continue on West Mulberry Street
761 ft · 22 sec · West Mulberry Street
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Turn right onto North 2nd Street
151 m · 16 sec · North 2nd Street
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Continue on South 2nd Street
1 km · 2 min · South 2nd Street
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Turn right onto Van Brunt Street
41 m · 6 sec · Van Brunt Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Van Brunt Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Saint Louis Park and Mankato.
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 South
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23.7 mi · 00h 29m
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.
Partly Sunny leaving Saint Louis Park and Mostly Cloudy near Mankato.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Saint Louis Park to Mankato?
The road trip is about 76.3 miles (122.8 km) and usually takes 01h 37m 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?
Belle Plaine is a useful midpoint, sitting about 38.2 miles from Saint Louis Park and 38.2 miles from Mankato.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 63.5 miles (102.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.8 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:16 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.03 one way or $22.07 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 23.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Saint Louis Park and Mostly Cloudy near Mankato.
Stop Ideas Near Belle Plaine
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Saint Louis Park and Mankato. Straight-line distance: 63.51 mi (102.21 km).
#1 Saint Louis Park
The most populous city in Hennepin County, Minnesota.
| Population | 48,821 |
| Coordinates | 44.9483000, -93.3480100 |
| Altitude | 274 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Mankato
The largest city in Blue Earth County, Minnesota.
| Population | 43,435 |
| Coordinates | 44.1590600, -94.0091500 |
| Altitude | 253 |
| Country | United States |
End: Mankato (-94.00915, 44.15906)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 123 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 32m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 54m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 31m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 16m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 05m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 57m |
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 | $4.10 | $11.03 | $22.07 |
| Mid-grade | $4.57 | $12.30 | $24.60 |
| Premium | $5.10 | $13.72 | $27.44 |
| Diesel | $6.17 | $16.59 | $33.17 |
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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