How far is Saint Michael, MN from Apple Valley, MN?
The driving distance from Saint Michael, MN to Apple Valley, MN is about 49.6 miles (79.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 52m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 39.6 miles (63.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 44m 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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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 52m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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A city in Hennepin County, Minnesota.
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 Michael and Apple Valley.
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Start on Main Street North
125 m · 15 sec · Main Street North
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Turn left onto Saint Michael Parkway East
1675 ft · 36 sec · Saint Michael Parkway East
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Continue on Central Avenue East
1917 ft · 40 sec · Central Avenue East
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Continue on 42nd Street Northeast
2.7 mi · 4 min · 42nd Street Northeast
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward MN 241
30 m · 2 sec
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Exit the rotary
100 m · 7 sec
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 94 East: Minneapolis, Saint Paul
1884 ft · 48 sec
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Merge slight left
11.1 mi · 12 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 494 South
2227 ft · 32 sec
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Continue straight
24.7 mi · 31 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 77 South
1595 ft · 39 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on MN 77 South: Killebrew Drive
1376 ft · 34 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on MN 77 South
2261 ft · 55 sec
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Merge slight left onto Cedar Avenue South
8.6 mi · 11 min · Cedar Avenue South
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · County Road 42
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Saint Michael and Apple Valley.
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 494 South
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24.7 mi · 00h 31m
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.
Sunny leaving Saint Michael and Sunny near Apple Valley.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Saint Michael to Apple Valley?
The road trip is about 49.6 miles (79.9 km) and usually takes 00h 52m 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?
Minnetonka Mills is a useful midpoint, sitting about 24.8 miles from Saint Michael and 24.9 miles from Apple Valley.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 39.6 miles (63.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 10 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 4:46 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.25 one way or $12.49 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 15.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Saint Michael and Sunny near Apple Valley.
Stop Ideas Near Minnetonka Mills
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 Minnetonka Mills.
Saint Paul Union Depot
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Saint Michael and Apple Valley. Straight-line distance: 39.61 mi (63.75 km).
#1 Saint Michael
City in Wright County, Minnesota, United States
| Population | 18,437 |
| Coordinates | 45.2099600, -93.6649600 |
| Altitude | 294 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Apple Valley
A city in Dakota County, Minnesota.
| Population | 54,847 |
| Coordinates | 44.7319100, -93.2177200 |
| Altitude | 291 |
| Country | United States |
End: 150th Street West (-93.21772, 44.731938)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 80 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 39m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 14m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 37m |
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 | $6.25 | $12.49 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $6.86 | $13.72 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $7.69 | $15.37 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $8.51 | $17.02 |
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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