How far is Oak Grove, MN from Minneapolis, MN?

The driving distance from Oak Grove, MN to Minneapolis, MN is about 34.8 miles (56 km), with a travel time of about 00h 47m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 25.1 miles (40.4 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 34m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
34.83 mi
00h 47m
Flight
25.12 mi
40.43 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
25.12 mi
Kilometers
40.43 km
Flight Time
00h 03m

Driving Distance

Road route
34.83 mi
Kilometers
56.05 km
Drive Time
00h 47m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 00h 47m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Minneapolis
Thu, May 21, 7:50 AM CDT
Return by in Oak Grove
Thu, May 21, 8:37 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Oak Grove
2026-05-21T07:02
Arrive Minneapolis
Thu, May 21, 7:50 AM CDT
Route Timing
00h 47m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
8:47 AM to 10:47 AM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
4:56 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Oak Grove
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Oak Park
MN

Unincorporated community in Benton County, Minnesota

From Oak Grove
14.7 mi
00h 23m
To Minneapolis
20.1 mi
00h 23m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
67°F
Thursday

Sunny

Starts
Thu, May 21 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph SE
Destination
67°F
Thursday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Thu, May 21 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph SE

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Oak Grove and Minneapolis.

  1. 1

    Start on the route

    41 m · 16 sec

  2. 2

    Turn left onto Xavis Street Northwest

    2313 ft · 2 min · Xavis Street Northwest

  3. 3

    At the end of the road, turn left onto 201st Avenue Northwest

    1403 ft · 1 min · 201st Avenue Northwest

  4. 4

    Turn right onto Uplander Street Northwest

    2670 ft · 2 min · Uplander Street Northwest

  5. 5

    Continue on 197th Avenue Northwest

    1954 ft · 1 min · 197th Avenue Northwest

  6. 6

    Turn right onto Nightingale Street Northwest

    2651 ft · 2 min · Nightingale Street Northwest

  7. 7

    At the end of the road, turn left onto Viking Boulevard Northwest

    2685 ft · 56 sec · Viking Boulevard Northwest

  8. 8

    Turn right onto Flamingo Street Northwest

    1.5 mi · 3 min · Flamingo Street Northwest

  9. 9

    Continue on Hanson Boulevard Northwest

    8.1 mi · 12 min · Hanson Boulevard Northwest

  10. 10

    Take the ramp left

    2773 ft · 1 min

  11. 11

    Merge slight left

    1.6 mi · 2 min

  12. 12

    Keep slight right

    1.2 mi · 1 min

  13. 13

    Take the exit slight right toward MN 610: Minneapolis

    2179 ft · 53 sec

  14. 14

    Merge slight left onto MN-610

    1.7 mi · 2 min · MN-610

  15. 15

    Take the exit slight right toward MN 252 South: Minneapolis

    1.4 km · 2 min

  16. 16

    Continue straight

    3.4 mi · 4 min

  17. 17

    Keep slight left to continue on I 94 East: Minneapolis

    3123 ft · 1 min

  18. 18

    Merge slight right

    4.4 mi · 6 min

  19. 19

    Keep slight right

    2056 ft · 25 sec

  20. 20

    Keep slight left to continue on 4th Street North

    1.6 km · 2 min

  21. 21

    Keep slight right to continue on 2nd Avenue North

    1328 ft · 40 sec

  22. 22

    Turn left onto 2nd Avenue North

    861 ft · 36 sec · 2nd Avenue North

  23. 23

    Turn right onto North Washington Avenue

    3167 ft · 2 min · North Washington Avenue

  24. 24

    Continue on Washington Avenue South

    798 ft · 32 sec · Washington Avenue South

  25. 25

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Washington Avenue South

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Oak Grove 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
25 steps
8 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
6
3 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
71.8 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Hanson Boulevard Northwest
11.5 mi · 33%
I 94 East
5.39 mi · 15%
MN 252 South
4.23 mi · 12%
MN-610
1.7 mi · 5%
Flamingo Street Northwest
1.5 mi · 4%
4th Street North
0.99 mi · 3%
Longest Stretch

Hanson Boulevard Northwest

Continue on Hanson Boulevard Northwest

8.12 mi · 00h 12m

Route Summary

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

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
00h 47m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
01h 34m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+9.7 mi
25.1 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Oak Park
00h 23m from Oak Grove
Leave By
4:56 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving Oak Grove and Mostly Sunny near Minneapolis.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Oak Grove to Minneapolis?

The road trip is about 34.8 miles (56 km) and usually takes 00h 47m 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?

Oak Park is a useful midpoint, sitting about 14.7 miles from Oak Grove and 20.1 miles from Minneapolis.

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

The direct path is about 25.1 miles (40.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.7 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:56 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.39 one way or $8.78 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.9 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around Oak Grove and Mostly Sunny near Minneapolis.

Stop Ideas Near Oak Park

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 Oak Park and the surrounding midpoint area.
Minneapolis City Hall
Scenic stop 12.4 mi away

Minneapolis City Hall

Minneapolis , MN
350 S 5th St, Minneapolis, MN 55415
Rating 4.3/5 28 reviews City Hall,Tourist attraction
St. Louis Park City Hall
Meeting point 14.8 mi away

St. Louis Park City Hall

Saint Louis Park , MN
5005 Minnetonka Blvd, St Louis Park, MN 55416
Rating 2.9/5 21 reviews City government office
Champlin Utility Billing
Nearby stop 5.7 mi away

Champlin Utility Billing

Champlin , MN
11955 Champlin Dr, Champlin, MN 55316
Rating 5.0/5 1 reviews Urban planning department

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Oak Park.

RAIL

Saint Paul Union Depot

24 mi away
Midway Station
RAIL

St. Cloud

82 mi away
555 East St. Germain Street
RAIL

Red Wing station

88 mi away
420 Levee Street
BUS

Menomonie, WI

110 mi away
302 10th Avenue East

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Oak Grove and Minneapolis. Straight-line distance: 25.12 mi (40.43 km).

Oak Grove

#1 Oak Grove

City in Minnesota, United States

Population9,027
Coordinates45.3408000, -93.3269000
Altitude273
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: (-93.329267, 45.340391)
End: Washington Avenue South (-93.263838, 44.979973)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 56 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 09m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 52m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 41m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 34m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 29m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 26m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.23 gal
4.65 L · about $4.39
Round trip
$8.78
2.46 gal · 9.3 L
Estimated CO2
10.9 kg one way
Round trip: 21.9 kg / 48 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.57 $4.39 $8.78
Mid-grade $3.92 $4.82 $9.65
Premium $4.39 $5.40 $10.80
Diesel $4.86 $5.98 $11.97

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 · May 21, 2026

There is no time difference between Oak Grove and Minneapolis. The current time is 07:02:45.

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.