Origin
Bloomington, MN
Late night in Bloomington on Tuesday
Local time
4:14 AM
CDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bloomington, MN to Oak Grove, MN
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 2m
Distance
41.3 mi
67 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 57m
★
6 AM
1h 3m
8 AM
1h 13m
10 AM
1h 6m
12 PM
1h 5m
3 PM
1h 7m
5 PM
1h 12m
8 PM
1h 0m
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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Oak Grove, MN
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
This straightforward 41.3-mile drive from Bloomington, MN to Oak Grove, MN is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking just over an hour to complete. You'll primarily be on major highways, with about 68% of the journey involving interstate travel. The estimated fuel cost is a budget-friendly $6, making it an economical option for a short excursion within the Midwest. This route offers a direct path, focusing on efficient travel rather than extensive sightseeing. Given its brevity and highway-focused nature, it's ideal for a quick trip without the need for an overnight stay.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 35W | 9 mi | 12m |
| I 94 | 7.7 mi | 9m |
| Round Lake Boulevard Northwest | 6.6 mi | 11m |
| MN 47 | 6 mi | 6m |
| MN 252 | 3.3 mi | 4m |
| Lake George Boulevard Northwest | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| MN-610 | 2.1 mi | 2m |
| 201st Avenue Northwest | 0.8 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
I 35W
— 9 mi, about 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bloomington, MN and Oak Grove, MN.
1
Start on West 90th Street
163 ft
·
10 sec
·
West 90th Street
2
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Toward I 35W North
3
Merge onto I 35W
9.0 mi
·
12 min
·
I 35W
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Keep slight left at fork onto MN 65
0.3 mi
·
17 sec
·
MN 65
Toward I 94 West
5
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
Toward I 94 West
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Merge onto I 94; MN 55
7.7 mi
·
9 min
·
I 94; MN 55
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
319 ft
·
7 sec
Exit 225
Toward MN 252, I 694 East
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward MN 252 North
9
Continue on MN 252
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
MN 252
Use the left lane.
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Toward MN 610 East
11
Merge onto MN 610
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
MN-610
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Exit 11B
Toward US 10 West, MN 47 North
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Merge onto MN 47
6.0 mi
·
6 min
·
MN 47
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Toward CR 9: Round Lake Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Turn right onto CR 9
6.6 mi
·
11 min
·
Round Lake Boulevard Northwest
Use the right lane.
16
Continue on CR 9
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Lake George Boulevard Northwest
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
17
Turn right onto 201st Avenue Northwest
0.8 mi
·
3 min
·
201st Avenue Northwest
18
Turn left onto Xavis Street Northwest
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Xavis Street Northwest
19
Turn right
135 ft
·
9 sec
20
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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 41 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20.7 miles from Bloomington, MN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 165 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 30.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
Take the ramp toward I 35W North
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Toward I 35W North
6
9.5 mi into trip
|
~13m in
Take the exit toward I 94 West
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 94 West
6
17.6 mi into trip
|
~23m in
Take the exit toward MN 252, I 694 East
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 225
Toward MN 252, I 694 East
8
24.3 mi into trip
|
~33m in
Take the exit toward US 10 West, MN 47 North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / right lanes.
Exit 11B
Toward US 10 West, MN 47 North
6
30.6 mi into trip
|
~40m in
Take the exit toward CR 9: Round Lake Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward CR 9: Round Lake Boulevard
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.15 one way
$12.29 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $6.62 | $13.25 |
| premium | $4.53 | $7.37 | $14.74 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.12 | $18.24 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.4 | 0 | $4.34 | $1.98 |
| Efficient EV | 10.3 | 0 | $3.61 | $1.65 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.5 | 0 | $5.78 | $2.64 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Oak Grove, MN
Late night in Oak Grove on Tuesday
Local time
4:14 AM
CDT
Current temp
57°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
1 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 2m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-centric experience for most of this 41.3-mile journey. With 68% of the drive on interstates like I-35W and I-94, you'll encounter predominantly high-speed travel. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll navigate is 9 miles on I-35W, allowing for consistent progress. The route transitions to Round Lake Boulevard Northwest, offering a slight change in pace as you approach your destination. Overall, this drive prioritizes directness and efficiency over winding scenic byways.
68% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 9 mi on I 35W.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 35W and I 94. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.
Driving Effort
10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 41.3 miles you will encounter 16 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start: Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 9.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 17.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
About the Cities
Starting in Bloomington, MN
Full guide →Founded 1843
Bloomington, Minnesota is a suburb of Minneapolis. It is near the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP IATA) and home to the Mall of America, the United States' largest shopping mall. Bloomington has a population of 89,000 people (as of 2021). Bloomington was established as a post–World War II housing boom suburb connected to Minneapolis's urban street grid, and is served by two major freeways: Interstate 35W and Interstate 494.
Top landmarks
- • Nickelodeon Universe — amusement park inside Mall of America
- • SpongeBob SquarePants Rock Bottom Plunge — amusement ride
- • SEA LIFE Minnesota Aquarium
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 2m. Total distance: 41.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 2m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (68%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 9 miles on I 35W. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Oak Grove, MN before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: near the start: Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 9.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 17.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Oak Grove, MN before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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