How far is Shoreview, MN from Burnsville, MN?
The driving distance from Shoreview, MN to Burnsville, MN is about 28.4 miles (45.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 32m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 22.4 miles (36.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 04m 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 32m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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.
The largest city in Minnesota, Minneapolis is a major center for business, finance, and culture.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Shoreview and Burnsville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Shoreview and Burnsville.
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Start on Lexington Avenue North
11 m · 1 sec · Lexington Avenue North
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Turn left onto County Highway 96
2713 ft · 1 min · County Highway 96
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Turn left onto Hamline Avenue North
2.9 mi · 4 min · Hamline Avenue North
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Continue on Snelling Avenue North
1.9 mi · 2 min · Snelling Avenue North
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 36 West: Minneapolis
1414 ft · 37 sec
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Merge slight left
1.2 mi · 2 min
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Merge slight left
19.9 mi · 26 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 13 North
1006 ft · 24 sec
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Merge slight left
2721 ft · 42 sec
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Turn right onto Nicollet Avenue South
1.1 km · 2 min · Nicollet Avenue South
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Continue on Nicollet Avenue South
88 m · 13 sec · Nicollet Avenue South
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Nicollet Avenue South
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Shoreview and Burnsville.
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.
MN 36 West
Merge slight left
19.9 mi · 00h 26m
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.
Sunny leaving Shoreview and Sunny near Burnsville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Shoreview to Burnsville?
The road trip is about 28.4 miles (45.7 km) and usually takes 00h 32m 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?
Minneapolis is a useful midpoint, sitting about 14 miles from Shoreview and 14.3 miles from Burnsville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 22.4 miles (36.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 6 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 7:26 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.57 one way or $7.14 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 8.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Shoreview and Sunny near Burnsville.
Stop Ideas Near Minneapolis
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Minneapolis City Hall
City of Bloomington
Mall of America®
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Minneapolis.
Saint Paul Union Depot
Red Wing station
St. Cloud
Menomonie, WI
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Shoreview and Burnsville. Straight-line distance: 22.44 mi (36.12 km).
#1 Shoreview
City in Ramsey County, Minnesota, US
| Population | 27,092 |
| Coordinates | 45.0791300, -93.1471700 |
| Altitude | 289 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Burnsville
The most populous city in Dakota County, Minnesota.
| Population | 62,170 |
| Coordinates | 44.7677400, -93.2777200 |
| Altitude | 296 |
| Country | United States |
End: Nicollet Avenue South (-93.277664, 44.76774)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 46 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 56m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 28m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 24m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 21m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.57 | $3.57 | $7.14 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $3.92 | $7.84 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $4.39 | $8.78 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $4.86 | $9.73 |
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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