Origin
Lindstrom, MN
Evening in Lindstrom on Thursday
Local time
6:24 PM
CDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lindstrom, MN to Bloomington, MN
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 3m
Distance
51.4 mi
83 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 58m
★
6 AM
1h 3m
8 AM
1h 13m
10 AM
1h 7m
12 PM
1h 6m
3 PM
1h 7m
5 PM
1h 13m
8 PM
1h 0m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lindstrom, MN
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Trip Overview
This 51.4-mile drive from Lindstrom, MN to Bloomington, MN is a straightforward trip, taking about 1 hour and 3 minutes to complete. It's a perfect candidate for a day trip, so you won't need to worry about overnight stays. The route is primarily highway-focused, with a significant 76% share on major roads like I 35W and I 35. Expect a fuel cost of around $7 for this journey. Both your origin and destination are within the Midwest region, so you'll be traversing familiar territory without a major shift in scenery or culture.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 3m. Total distance: 51.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 3m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (76%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
You'll spend most of your time on the interstate, with 76% of the 51.4 miles being highway driving. The longest uninterrupted stretch is a substantial 34.3 miles on I 35W, offering a consistent pace. While Lake Boulevard provides a brief change of pace, the overall profile is a highway-focused drive. This means you can expect relatively smooth travel and predictable speeds for the majority of your journey.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 8 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 35W is the longest continuous segment at about 34.3 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
964 ft
826 ft
Total Climb
127 ft
Total Descent
238 ft
Highest Point
964 ft
~36.7 mi in
Elevation Range
138 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 35W and Lake Boulevard. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near US 8 / Lake Boulevard.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 3m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (US 8 / Lake Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 11.9 miles (I 35): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 16.8 miles (I 35W): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 8 / Lake Boulevard
Turn left onto US 8 / Lake Boulevard
Navigation decision point
5
11.9 mi into trip
|
~15m in
|
I 35
Merge onto I 35
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
16.8 mi into trip
|
~20m in
|
I 35W
Keep slight right at fork onto I 35W toward I 35W: Minneapolis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward I 35W: Minneapolis
7
51.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 2m in
Take the exit toward 90th Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 7B
Toward 90th Street
7
51.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 2m in
|
West 90th Street
Turn left onto West 90th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 35W | 34.3 mi | 41m |
| Lake Boulevard | 11.8 mi | 14m |
| I 35 | 5 mi | 5m |
| Park Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| West 90th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 35W
— 34.3 mi, about 41m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lindstrom, MN and Bloomington, MN.
1
Start on Park Street
134 ft
·
5 sec
·
Park Street
2
Continue on Park Street
359 ft
·
32 sec
·
Park Street
3
Turn left onto US 8
12 mi
·
14 min
·
Lake Boulevard
4
Merge onto I 35
5.0 mi
·
5 min
·
I 35
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Keep slight right at fork onto I 35W
34 mi
·
41 min
·
I 35W
Toward I 35W: Minneapolis
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
Exit 7B
Toward 90th Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Turn left onto West 90th Street
207 ft
·
5 sec
·
West 90th Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
8
Arrive at destination
West 90th Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 25.7 mi from Lindstrom, MN · 31m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 25.7 miles from Lindstrom, MN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bloomington, MN
The final approach into Bloomington, MN usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.65 one way
$15.30 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $8.24 | $16.48 |
| premium | $4.53 | $9.17 | $18.34 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.35 | $22.70 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 18 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.4 | 0 | $5.40 | $2.47 |
| Efficient EV | 12.9 | 0 | $4.50 | $2.06 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.6 | 0 | $7.20 | $3.29 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Bloomington, MN
Evening in Bloomington on Thursday
Local time
6:24 PM
CDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
6 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 3m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Lindstrom, MN to Bloomington, MN covers 51.4 miles and takes about 1h 3m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 35W, Lake Boulevard, I 35. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 25.7 miles from Lindstrom, MN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.65 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a straightforward 1h 3m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (US 8 / Lake Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 11.9 miles (I 35): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 16.8 miles (I 35W): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Lindstrom, MN to Bloomington, MN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 826 ft to 964 ft elevation with about 127 ft of total climbing.
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