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Trip from Edina, MN to Anoka, MN

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

31m

Distance

22.9 mi

37 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$3

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 8 min
4 AM
0h 29m ★
6 AM
0h 32m
8 AM
0h 37m
10 AM
0h 34m
12 PM
0h 33m
3 PM
0h 34m
5 PM
0h 37m
8 PM
0h 30m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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city in Hennepin County, Minnesota, United States

Edina, MN

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Downtown Anoka, MN, MN

Anoka, MN

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Trip Overview

Edina, MN to Anoka, MN is 22.9 miles and takes about 31 minutes via MN 100, US 169, and Bottineau Boulevard, with a fuel budget near $3 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within Minnesota, connecting two points in the Midwest region. Given its brief duration and highway focus, it's a straightforward drive, best suited for a quick transit rather than an extended scenic tour. You'll spend most of your time on main roads, making it a practical option for getting from one area to another with minimal fuss.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
MN 100 10.3 mi 12m
US 169 6.2 mi 9m
Bottineau Boulevard 5.3 mi 7m
West Main Street 0.3 mi <1m
County Road 81 <0.1 mi <1m
3rd Avenue <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: MN 100 — 10.3 mi, about 12m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Edina, MN and Anoka, MN.

1

Start on MN 100

10 mi · 12 min · MN 100
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
2

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 42 sec
Exit 12B Toward CR 81 North Use the straight / right lanes.
3

Merge onto CR 81

158 ft · 2 sec · County Road 81
4

Continue on CR 81

5.3 mi · 7 min · Bottineau Boulevard
Use the left lane.
5

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 48 sec
Toward US 169 North
6

Merge onto US 169

6.2 mi · 9 min · US 169
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7

Take the exit

386 ft · 10 sec
8

Turn slight right onto West Main Street

0.3 mi · 30 sec · West Main Street
Use the right lane.
9

Turn right onto 3rd Avenue

77 ft · 3 sec · 3rd Avenue
10

Arrive at destination

3rd Avenue

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 7

5 decision points cluster between mile 10.3 and 22.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

7
10.3 mi into trip | ~12m in

Take the exit toward CR 81 North

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes. Exit 12B Toward CR 81 North
4
16 mi into trip | ~21m in

Take the exit toward US 169 North

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Toward US 169 North
5
16.4 mi into trip | ~22m in | US 169

Merge onto US 169

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
22.6 mi into trip | ~31m in | West Main Street

Turn slight right onto West Main Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.
5
22.9 mi into trip | ~31m in | 3rd Avenue

Turn right onto 3rd Avenue

Navigation decision point

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$3.41 one way

$6.82 round trip

$3.78/gal 25.4 MPG avg 8 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.07 $3.67 $7.34
premium $4.53 $4.09 $8.17
diesel $5.61 $5.06 $10.11

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$3

Estimated CO2 emission: 8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 6.9 0 $2.40 $1.10
Efficient EV 5.7 0 $2.00 $0.92
EV Truck/SUV 9.2 0 $3.21 $1.47

Gas CO2

8 kg

EV CO2

3 kg (63% 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.

Forecast as of Apr 18, 2026

Origin

Edina, MN

Late night in Edina on Sunday

Local time

2:58 AM

CDT

Current temp

33°F

Mostly Cloudy then Chance Light Snow

WNW 5 to 15 mph 36% chance Live forecast

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 18 at 3:13PM CDT by NWS Aberdeen SD

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 18 at 1:08PM CDT by NWS Sioux Falls SD

Destination

Anoka, MN

Late night in Anoka on Sunday

Local time

2:58 AM

CDT

Current temp

31°F

Mostly Cloudy then Chance Light Snow

WNW 5 to 15 mph 25% chance Live forecast

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 18 at 3:13PM CDT by NWS Aberdeen SD

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 18 at 1:08PM CDT by NWS Sioux Falls SD

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

2 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

31m on the road

The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

This drive is mostly highway, with 72% of the 22.9 miles on major roads. You'll experience a stretch of 10.3 miles on MN 100 before transitioning to other main routes. Expect a consistent flow of traffic and frequent exits, typical for a drive of this nature through suburban areas. The transition between highway and surface roads is gradual, so keep an eye on your navigation as you approach your destination.

72% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
10 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 10.3 mi on MN 100.

How Hard Is This Drive?

6/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on MN 100 and US 169. You will hit about 7 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 10.3 miles in.

Driving Effort 6/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 22.9 miles you will encounter 7 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: at 10.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 16 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 16.4 miles (US 169): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

On the drive from Edina, MN to Anoka, MN, road signs begin pointing toward Cr 81 North along the way.

Cr 81 North

10.3 mi in | ~12m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 31m. Total distance: 22.9 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

31m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (72%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 10.3 miles on MN 100. 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 Anoka, 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: at 10.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 16 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 16.4 miles (US 169): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Anoka, 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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