How far is Victoria, MN from Minneapolis, MN?

The driving distance from Victoria, MN to Minneapolis, MN is about 27.2 miles (43.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 34m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 21.2 miles (34.1 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 08m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
27.21 mi
00h 34m
Flight
21.19 mi
34.11 km direct

This is an easy same-day return drive.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
21.19 mi
Kilometers
34.11 km
Flight Time
00h 02m

Driving Distance

Road route
27.21 mi
Kilometers
43.79 km
Drive Time
00h 34m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 34m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Minneapolis
Mon, Jun 1, 7:36 AM CDT
Return by in Victoria
Mon, Jun 1, 8:10 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Victoria
2026-06-01T07:02
Arrive Minneapolis
Mon, Jun 1, 7:36 AM CDT
Route Timing
00h 34m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT
Leave when it suits your day
Arrive between
7:34 AM to 7:34 PM CDT

This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.

Leave by
7:22 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 01h 30m at the destination.
Back in Victoria
10:00 PM CDT
Flexible departure

This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Hopkins
MN

University in Baltimore, Maryland, United States

From Victoria
12.2 mi
00h 17m
To Minneapolis
15 mi
00h 17m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
81°F
Monday

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Starts
Mon, Jun 1 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 mph SE
Destination
83°F
Monday

Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Mon, Jun 1 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 mph ESE

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Victoria and Minneapolis.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Victoria and Minneapolis.

  1. 1

    Start on Victoria Drive

    24 m · 4 sec · Victoria Drive

  2. 2

    Turn right onto Arboretum Boulevard

    2.2 mi · 3 min · Arboretum Boulevard

  3. 3

    Continue on Prince Rogers Nelson Memorial Highway

    1.3 mi · 2 min · Prince Rogers Nelson Memorial Highway

  4. 4

    Turn left onto Hazeltine Boulevard

    2.2 mi · 3 min · Hazeltine Boulevard

  5. 5

    Turn right onto Minnesota State Highway 7

    6.3 mi · 9 min · Minnesota State Highway 7

  6. 6

    Keep slight left to continue on Minnesota State Highway 7

    6 mi · 9 min · Minnesota State Highway 7

  7. 7

    Take the exit slight right toward MN 100 North

    1036 ft · 25 sec

  8. 8

    Merge slight left onto CR 5

    1.3 mi · 2 min

  9. 9

    Take the exit slight right toward I 394 East: Minneapolis

    1.1 mi · 2 min

  10. 10

    Merge slight left

    3.1 mi · 4 min

  11. 11

    Turn left onto 2nd Avenue North

    861 ft · 36 sec · 2nd Avenue North

  12. 12

    Turn right onto North Washington Avenue

    3167 ft · 2 min · North Washington Avenue

  13. 13

    Continue on Washington Avenue South

    798 ft · 32 sec · Washington Avenue South

  14. 14

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Washington Avenue South

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Victoria and Minneapolis.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

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.

Directions
14 steps
5 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
4
2 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
51.5 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Minnesota State Highway 7
12.3 mi · 45%
I 394 East
4.13 mi · 15%
Arboretum Boulevard
2.19 mi · 8%
Hazeltine Boulevard
2.18 mi · 8%
CR 5
1.33 mi · 5%
Prince Rogers Nelson Memorial Highway
1.29 mi · 5%
Longest Stretch

Minnesota State Highway 7

Turn right onto Minnesota State Highway 7

6.3 mi · 00h 09m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
00h 34m
Quick drive
Same-Day Return
01h 08m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+6 mi
21.2 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Hopkins
00h 17m from Victoria
Leave By
7:22 PM CDT
Flexible departure
Weather Watch

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Victoria and Chance Rain Showers near Minneapolis.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Victoria to Minneapolis?

The road trip is about 27.2 miles (43.8 km) and usually takes 00h 34m 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?

Hopkins is a useful midpoint, sitting about 12.2 miles from Victoria and 15 miles from Minneapolis.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 21.2 miles (34.1 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 7:22 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.43 one way or $6.85 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 8.5 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Victoria and Chance Rain Showers near Minneapolis.

Stop Ideas Near Hopkins

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Hopkins and the surrounding midpoint area.
Minneapolis City Hall
Scenic stop 10.1 mi away

Minneapolis City Hall

Minneapolis , MN
350 S 5th St, Minneapolis, MN 55415
Rating 4.3/5 28 reviews City Hall,Tourist attraction
City of Bloomington
Meeting point 10.1 mi away

City of Bloomington

Bloomington , MN
1800 W Old Shakopee Rd, Bloomington, MN 55431
Rating 3.6/5 25 reviews City Hall,City government office
Mall of America®
Nearby stop 11.6 mi away

Mall of America®

Bloomington , MN
60 E Broadway, Bloomington, MN 55425, United States
Rating 4.6/5 44,911 reviews Shopping mall

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Hopkins.

RAIL

Saint Paul Union Depot

22 mi away
Midway Station
RAIL

Red Wing station

83 mi away
420 Levee Street
RAIL

St. Cloud

89 mi away
555 East St. Germain Street

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Victoria and Minneapolis. Straight-line distance: 21.19 mi (34.11 km).

Victoria

#1 Victoria

City in Minnesota, United States

Population10,667
Coordinates44.8585700, -93.6616300
Altitude301
CountryUnited States
Minneapolis

#2 Minneapolis

The largest city in Minnesota, Minneapolis is a major center for business, finance, and culture.

Population433,111
Coordinates44.9799700, -93.2638400
Altitude253
CountryUnited States
Start: Victoria Drive (-93.661924, 44.858569)
End: Washington Avenue South (-93.263838, 44.979973)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 44 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)00h 54m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 40m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 32m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 27m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 23m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 20m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
0.96 gal
3.63 L · about $3.43
Round trip
$6.85
1.92 gal · 7.26 L
Estimated CO2
8.5 kg one way
Round trip: 17.1 kg / 38 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.57 $3.43 $6.85
Mid-grade $3.92 $3.76 $7.53
Premium $4.39 $4.22 $8.43
Diesel $4.86 $4.67 $9.34

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Minnesota · Jun 01, 2026

There is no time difference between Victoria and Minneapolis. The current time is 07:02:37.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.