Origin
Grant, MN
Late night in Grant on Tuesday
Local time
4:47 AM
CDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Grant, MN to Bloomington, 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
47m
Distance
33 mi
53 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 44m
★
6 AM
0h 48m
8 AM
0h 56m
10 AM
0h 50m
12 PM
0h 50m
3 PM
0h 51m
5 PM
0h 55m
8 PM
0h 45m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Grant, MN
Tom Fisk
Bloomington, MN
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Trip Overview
Grant to Bloomington is 33 miles and takes about 47 minutes via I 35W, with a fuel budget near $5 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within Minnesota, making it a convenient option for those looking for a quick transit. The route primarily uses major highways, offering a straightforward journey. Given its brevity, it's ideal for a same-day excursion, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay. Plan for a quick and efficient drive through the Midwest.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 35W | 15 mi | 20m |
| MN 36 | 12.3 mi | 15m |
| Jamaca Avenue North | 1.9 mi | 4m |
| Hilton Trail North | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| 75th Street North | 1 mi | 2m |
| Dellwood Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Stillwater Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| West 90th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 35W
— 15 mi, about 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Grant, MN and Bloomington, MN.
1
Start on MN 96
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Dellwood Road
2
Turn left onto CH 9
1.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Jamaca Avenue North
3
Turn right onto CH 12
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
75th Street North
4
Continue on CH 12
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
·
Stillwater Road
5
Turn left onto CH 29
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Hilton Trail North
Use the straight lane.
6
Enter roundabout
125 ft
·
5 sec
Toward MN 36 West
7
Continue
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward MN 36 West
8
Merge onto MN 36
12 mi
·
15 min
·
MN 36
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Merge onto I 35W
15 mi
·
20 min
·
I 35W
Use the straight lane.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
Exit 7B
Toward 90th Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Turn left onto West 90th Street
207 ft
·
5 sec
·
West 90th Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
12
Arrive at destination
West 90th Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
17 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 33 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 16.5 miles from Grant, 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 85 decision points cluster between mile 3.7 and 33 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
3.7 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
CH 29 / Hilton Trail North
Turn left onto CH 29 / Hilton Trail North
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
5.1 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Enter roundabout toward MN 36 West
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Toward MN 36 West
5
5.5 mi into trip
|
~11m in
|
MN 36
Merge onto MN 36
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
32.8 mi into trip
|
~47m 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
33 mi into trip
|
~47m in
|
West 90th Street
Turn left onto West 90th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.91 one way
$9.82 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $5.29 | $10.58 |
| premium | $4.53 | $5.89 | $11.78 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.29 | $14.57 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.9 | 0 | $3.47 | $1.58 |
| Efficient EV | 8.3 | 0 | $2.89 | $1.32 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.2 | 0 | $4.62 | $2.11 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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
Late night in Bloomington on Tuesday
Local time
4:47 AM
CDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
42°F
Roseville, MN
17 mi in
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
17 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
47m 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?
This is a highway-focused drive, with 83% of the journey taking place on major roadways. You'll experience 15 miles on I 35W as the longest uninterrupted stretch, providing a consistent driving pace. While the majority of the route utilizes high-speed highways like I 35W and MN 36, you'll also navigate segments on Jamaca Avenue North, which may offer a slight change in scenery and speed. Expect a relatively smooth and direct drive for most of the 33 miles.
83% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 15 mi on I 35W.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 35W and MN 36. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 3.7 miles in near CH 29 / Hilton Trail North.
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 33 miles you will encounter 8 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 3.7 miles (CH 29 / Hilton Trail North): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.1 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 5.5 miles (MN 36): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Arriving 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 47m. Total distance: 33 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
47m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (83%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 15 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 Bloomington, 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 3.7 miles (CH 29 / Hilton Trail North): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.1 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 5.5 miles (MN 36): 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 Bloomington, 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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