Origin
Olmsted County, MN
Afternoon in Olmsted County on Monday
Local time
3:28 PM
CDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Olmsted County, MN to Bloomington, MN
Drive Time
1h 49m
Distance
84.2 mi
136 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 42m
★
6 AM
1h 50m
8 AM
2h 6m
10 AM
1h 55m
12 PM
1h 54m
3 PM
1h 56m
5 PM
2h 5m
8 PM
1h 45m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bloomington, MN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Olmsted County, MN to Bloomington, MN covers 84.2 miles and takes about 1h 49m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 52, 160th Street East, I 35W for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 54.6 miles on US 52. At current regular gas prices, budget about $12.04 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
42.1 miles from Olmsted County, MN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 56m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 1h 49m highway drive covering 84.2 miles, with most of the trip on US 52 and 160th Street East. The longest continuous stretch is about 54.6 miles on US 52.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 52 is the longest continuous segment at about 54.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 52 and 160th Street East. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 84.2 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles: Navigation decision point; at 75.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 76.9 miles (I 35W): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.3 mi into trip
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~3m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
6
75.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 38m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 35 North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 35 North
6
76.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 40m in
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I 35W
Keep slight left at fork onto I 35W
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
7
84 mi into trip
|
~1h 49m in
Take the exit toward 90th Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 7B
Toward 90th Street
7
84.2 mi into trip
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~1h 49m in
|
West 90th Street
Turn left onto West 90th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Olmsted County, MN to Bloomington, MN, road signs begin pointing toward Cr 46 along the way.
Cr 46
62.4 mi in
|
~1h 19m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 52 | 54.6 mi | 1h 3m |
| 160th Street East | 9.5 mi | 13m |
| I 35W | 7.1 mi | 8m |
| East Circle Drive Northeast | 3.5 mi | 5m |
| 37th Street Northeast | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| Brandel Drive | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| I 35 | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| 162nd Street West | 1 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
US 52
— 54.6 mi, about 1h 3m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Olmsted County, MN and Bloomington, MN.
1
Start on this road
0.1 mi
·
1 min
·
this road
2
Turn slight left
0.2 mi
·
2 min
3
Turn right
138 ft
·
19 sec
4
Turn left onto Eastwood Road Southeast
170 ft
·
4 sec
·
Eastwood Road Southeast
5
Turn right onto Towne Club Parkway Southeast
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Towne Club Parkway Southeast
6
Continue on CR 22
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
30th Avenue Southeast
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
7
Continue on CR 22
3.5 mi
·
5 min
·
East Circle Drive Northeast
Use the straight lane.
8
Continue on 37th Street Northeast
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
37th Street Northeast
Use the straight lane.
9
Turn right
198 ft
·
3 sec
Use the right lane.
10
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Toward US 52 North, US 63 North
11
Merge onto US 52; US 63
14 mi
·
16 min
·
US 52; US 63
12
Continue on US 52
9.1 mi
·
10 min
·
US 52
Use the straight lane.
13
Continue on US 52
32 mi
·
36 min
·
US 52
Use the straight lane.
14
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
Toward CR 46
15
Turn left onto CR 46
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Brandel Drive
Use the left lane.
16
Continue on CR 46
9.5 mi
·
13 min
·
160th Street East
Use the left lane.
17
Continue on CR 46
0.6 mi
·
55 sec
·
Isleton Way
18
Continue on CR 46
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
162nd Street West
Use the left lane.
19
Take the ramp
405 ft
·
9 sec
Toward I 35 North
20
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Toward I 35 North
21
Merge onto I 35
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
I 35
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Keep slight left at fork onto I 35W
7.1 mi
·
8 min
·
I 35W
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
23
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Exit 7B
Toward 90th Street
Use the slight right lane.
24
Turn straight onto East Bloomington Freeway
193 ft
·
10 sec
·
East Bloomington Freeway
25
Turn left onto West 90th Street
163 ft
·
4 sec
·
West 90th Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
26
Arrive at destination
West 90th Street
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 42.1 miles from Olmsted County, MN, or about 56m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 54.6 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 80 miles or 1h 44m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 42.1 miles or 56m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 33m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bloomington, MN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Olmsted County, MN so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Olmsted County, MN
This is one driving day of about 84.2 miles and 1h 49m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Olmsted County, MN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on US 52 for about 54.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 42.1 mi from Olmsted County, MN · 56m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
42 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 42.1 miles from Olmsted County, 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.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Bloomington, MN.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.04 one way
$24.09 round trip
$3.63/gal
25.4 MPG avg
30 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $3.92 | $13.00 | $26.00 |
| premium | $4.39 | $14.56 | $29.12 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $18.71 | $37.41 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 29.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 25.3 | 0 | $8.84 | $4.04 |
| Efficient EV | 21.1 | 0 | $7.37 | $3.37 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 33.7 | 0 | $11.79 | $5.39 |
Gas CO2
29 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (66% 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
Afternoon in Bloomington on Monday
Local time
3:28 PM
CDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
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
5 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 49m 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 Olmsted County, MN to Bloomington, MN covers 84.2 miles and takes about 1h 49m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 52, 160th Street East, I 35W. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 42.1 miles from Olmsted County, MN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.04 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 demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 84.2 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles: Navigation decision point; at 75.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 76.9 miles (I 35W): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Olmsted County, MN to Bloomington, MN, road signs begin pointing toward Cr 46 along the way.
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