Minneapolis to St. Paul: Road Trip Guide & Distance

8.7 miles 14 km · straight line
11.3 miles estimated 18.2 km · driving distance
14min estimated drive time
$1 - $1 estimated fuel cost
~31min flight time · usually no direct flights
101° E bearing direction

How far is Minneapolis from St. Paul?

The distance from Minneapolis to St. Paul is 8.7 miles (14 km) as the crow flies. St. Paul is located E of Minneapolis. By car, the driving distance is approximately 11.3 miles, taking about 14min. A direct flight would take roughly 31min. Both are located in United States.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Minneapolis and St. Paul. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Minneapolis to St. Paul

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 14min $1 - $1 Flexible stops

Quick Facts

Minneapolis
44.98°N, 93.27°W
America/Chicago
264m elevation
St. Paul
44.95°N, 93.09°W
America/Chicago
259m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 3 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 1 hours
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients