How far is Savage, MN from Minneapolis, MN?
The driving distance from Savage, MN to Minneapolis, MN is about 18.1 miles (29.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 22m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 14.4 miles (23.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 44m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 22m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
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City in Hennepin County, Minnesota, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Savage and Minneapolis.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Savage and Minneapolis.
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Start on the route
5 m · 6 sec
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Continue straight
2.5 mi · 4 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 35W North: Minneapolis
1158 ft · 28 sec
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Merge slight left
13.8 mi · 18 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 Savage and Minneapolis.
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.
I 35W North
Merge slight left
13.8 mi · 00h 18m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Savage 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 Savage to Minneapolis?
The road trip is about 18.1 miles (29.1 km) and usually takes 00h 22m 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?
Richfield is a useful midpoint, sitting about 9 miles from Savage and 9.1 miles from Minneapolis.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 14.4 miles (23.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.7 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 7:46 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.28 one way or $4.57 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 5.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Savage and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Minneapolis.
Stop Ideas Near Richfield
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Minneapolis City Hall
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Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Richfield.
Saint Paul Union Depot
Red Wing station
St. Cloud
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Savage and Minneapolis. Straight-line distance: 14.32 mi (23.05 km).
#1 Savage
City in Minnesota
| Population | 32,858 |
| Coordinates | 44.7791300, -93.3363400 |
| Altitude | 220 |
| 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: 29 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 13m |
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 | $2.28 | $4.57 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $2.51 | $5.02 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $2.81 | $5.62 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $3.11 | $6.23 |
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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