Origin
Winona, MN
Afternoon in Winona on Sunday
Local time
4:39 PM
CDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Winona, MN to Minneapolis, MN
Drive Time
2h 13m
Distance
118.3 mi
190 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 4m
★
6 AM
2h 14m
8 AM
2h 32m
10 AM
2h 20m
12 PM
2h 18m
3 PM
2h 21m
5 PM
2h 32m
8 PM
2h 8m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Trip Overview
Traveling from Winona to Minneapolis covers 118.3 miles and takes approximately 2 hours and 13 minutes behind the wheel. Because this journey is relatively short, it functions perfectly as a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. You can expect to spend roughly $17 on fuel for the trek through the Minnesota Midwest. Navigating this route requires you to stick primarily to local roads rather than major interstates. It is a straightforward transit that connects two distinct parts of the state, making it an efficient option for those looking to reach the Twin Cities from the river valley area.
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
59.1 miles from Winona, MN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 6m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate grind, as this route features a 0% highway share. You will navigate through local thoroughfares like West Broadway Street, Highway 32, and West 5th Street to complete the 118.3-mile distance. Because the longest stretch is 0 miles on West Broadway Street, you should prepare for a drive that demands constant focus and frequent adjustments. This is not the type of trip where you can set the cruise control and relax, as the local road profile keeps you engaged with the road surface and changing conditions throughout the entire 2-hour and 13-minute duration.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 35 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West Broadway Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Winona, MN to Minneapolis, MN is easy. At 2h 13m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Winona, MN to Minneapolis, MN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Broadway Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Highway 32 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West 5th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Pelzer Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Hiawatha Pioneer Trail | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Hiawatha Pioneer Trail/Disabled American Veterans Highway/Voyageur Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| 2nd Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Route 61 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
West Broadway Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Winona, MN and Minneapolis, MN.
1
Start on Main Street
43 ft
·
5 sec
·
Main Street
2
Turn right onto West Broadway Street
2.0 mi
·
4 min
·
West Broadway Street
3
Turn right onto County Highway 32
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
County Highway 32
4
Continue on West 5th Street
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
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West 5th Street
5
Turn left onto Pelzer Street
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
Pelzer Street
6
Turn right
4.2 mi
·
5 min
7
Continue on Hiawatha Pioneer Trail
0.5 mi
·
38 sec
·
Hiawatha Pioneer Trail
8
Continue on Hiawatha Pioneer Trail/Disabled American Veterans Highway/Voyageur Highway
28 mi
·
33 min
·
Hiawatha Pioneer Trail/Disabled American Veterans Highway/Voyageur Highway
9
Continue on 2nd Street
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
2nd Street
10
Continue on Route 61
9.5 mi
·
13 min
·
Route 61
11
Continue on South Lakeshore Drive
2.8 mi
·
5 min
·
South Lakeshore Drive
12
Continue on Route 61/Route 63
15 mi
·
19 min
·
Route 61/Route 63
13
Continue on East Main Street
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
East Main Street
14
Continue on Route 61
6.5 mi
·
9 min
·
Route 61
15
Keep slight right to continue on Route 61
5.2 mi
·
6 min
·
Route 61
16
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Highway 316 Boulevard
23 ft
·
Highway 316 Boulevard
17
Exit the roundabout onto Highway 316 Boulevard
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Highway 316 Boulevard
18
Continue on Polk Avenue
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Polk Avenue
19
Continue on Red Wing Boulevard
4.9 mi
·
7 min
·
Red Wing Boulevard
20
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Red Wing Boulevard
72 ft
·
1 sec
·
Red Wing Boulevard
21
Exit the roundabout onto Red Wing Boulevard
0.5 mi
·
44 sec
·
Red Wing Boulevard
22
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Red Wing Boulevard
66 ft
·
1 sec
·
Red Wing Boulevard
23
Exit the roundabout onto Red Wing Boulevard
0.4 mi
·
32 sec
·
Red Wing Boulevard
24
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Red Wing Boulevard
69 ft
·
1 sec
·
Red Wing Boulevard
25
Exit the roundabout onto Red Wing Boulevard
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
·
Red Wing Boulevard
26
Turn right onto Vermillion Street
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Vermillion Street
27
Continue on Hiawatha Pioneer Trail/Disabled American Veterans Highway/Voyageur Highway
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Hiawatha Pioneer Trail/Disabled American Veterans Highway/Voyageur Highway
28
Continue on Hastings Road South
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
·
Hastings Road South
29
Continue on Hiawatha Pioneer Trail/Disabled American Veterans Highway/Voyageur Highway
17 mi
·
20 min
·
Hiawatha Pioneer Trail/Disabled American Veterans Highway/Voyageur Highway
30
Take the exit straight
0.6 mi
·
56 sec
31
Merge slight left
10 mi
·
14 min
32
Take the exit slight right toward Cedar Avenue
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Cedar Avenue
33
Turn right onto Cedar Avenue South
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Cedar Avenue South
34
Continue on Washington Avenue South
0.9 mi
·
2 min
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Washington Avenue South
35
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a manageable day trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. With no mandatory stops included in the 118.3-mile plan, you can easily pace the drive according to your own schedule. Budgeting about $17 for fuel is a safe bet, but filling up before you leave Winona will help you avoid searching for stations along the local roads. Given that the route relies entirely on local streets and highways, keep a close eye on your navigation to account for the frequent turns. Prioritizing a morning departure will ensure you reach Minneapolis with plenty of time to spare before the evening traffic sets in.
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 59.1 miles from Winona, MN, or about 1h 6m into the drive.
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 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 59.1 miles or 1h 6m 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 49m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Minneapolis, MN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Winona, 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 Winona, MN
This is one driving day of about 118.3 miles and 2h 13m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Winona, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 59.1 mi from Winona, MN · 1h 6m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
59 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 59.1 miles from Winona, MN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Minneapolis, MN
The final approach into Minneapolis, 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 Minneapolis, 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
$16.92 one way
$33.84 round trip
$3.63/gal
25.4 MPG avg
41 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $3.92 | $18.26 | $36.52 |
| premium | $4.39 | $20.46 | $40.91 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $26.28 | $52.56 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 41.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 35.5 | 0 | $12.42 | $5.68 |
| Efficient EV | 29.6 | 0 | $10.35 | $4.73 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 47.3 | 0 | $16.56 | $7.57 |
Gas CO2
41 kg
EV CO2
14 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
Minneapolis, MN
Afternoon in Minneapolis on Sunday
Local time
4:39 PM
CDT
Current temp
40°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
2h 13m 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 Winona, MN to Minneapolis, MN covers 118.3 miles and takes about 2h 13m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Broadway Street, Highway 32, West 5th Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 59.1 miles from Winona, MN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $16.92 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.
The drive from Winona, MN to Minneapolis, MN is easy. At 2h 13m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Winona, MN to Minneapolis, MN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Winona, MN to Minneapolis, MN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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