How far is Spring Lake, MN from Bloomington, MN?
The driving distance from Spring Lake, MN to Bloomington, MN is about 59.3 miles (95.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 58m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 49.8 miles (80.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 57m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Anoka County, Minnesota, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Slight Chance Rain Showers then Sunny
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Spring Lake and Bloomington.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Spring Lake and Bloomington.
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Start on Cedar Crest Trail Northeast
70 m · 8 sec · Cedar Crest Trail Northeast
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Turn right onto Highway 95 Northeast
2.7 mi · 3 min · Highway 95 Northeast
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Continue on Saint Croix Trail
1.5 mi · 2 min · Saint Croix Trail
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Take the ramp right toward I 35 South: Saint Paul, Minneapolis
1156 ft · 28 sec
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Merge slight left
20.2 mi · 22 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 35W: Minneapolis
34.3 mi · 42 min
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Take the exit slight right toward 90th Street
1145 ft · 35 sec
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Turn left onto West 90th Street
63 m · 6 sec · West 90th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West 90th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Spring Lake and Bloomington.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
I 35W
Keep slight right to continue on I 35W: Minneapolis
34.3 mi · 00h 42m
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.
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Sunny leaving Spring Lake and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Sunny near Bloomington.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Spring Lake to Bloomington?
The road trip is about 59.3 miles (95.4 km) and usually takes 00h 58m 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?
Lino Lakes is a useful midpoint, sitting about 29.6 miles from Spring Lake and 29.7 miles from Bloomington.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 49.8 miles (80.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.5 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 4:32 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.46 one way or $14.92 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 18.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers then Sunny around Spring Lake and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Sunny near Bloomington.
Stop Ideas Near Lino Lakes
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Lino Lakes.
Saint Paul Union Depot
Red Wing station
St. Cloud
Menomonie, WI
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Spring Lake and Bloomington. Straight-line distance: 49.77 mi (80.09 km).
#1 Spring Lake
Township in Scott County, Minnesota
| Population | 3,774 |
| Coordinates | 45.5421800, -93.0657800 |
| Altitude | 289 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Bloomington
The most populous city in Hennepin County, Minnesota.
| Population | 84,583 |
| Coordinates | 44.8408000, -93.2982800 |
| Altitude | 252 |
| Country | United States |
End: West 90th Street (-93.29828, 44.84075)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 95 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 58m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 28m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 11m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 44m |
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 | $7.46 | $14.92 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $8.19 | $16.39 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $9.18 | $18.36 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $10.17 | $20.33 |
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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