Distance Guide
How far is Minneapolis from Saint Paul?
The distance between Minneapolis, MN and Saint Paul, MN is about 9 miles — roughly a 10 min drive at typical highway speeds.
Distance
9 mi
Drive time
10 min
Midpoint
44.966°, -93.178°
Driving from Minneapolis to Saint Paul
Most drivers cover the 9-mile route in about 10 min, depending on traffic, weather, and stops. The fair midpoint — a natural place to break the trip or meet someone driving from the other direction.
Meet in the middle instead of driving the whole way
If you and a friend are both making this trip just to see each other, meeting halfway saves everyone roughly half the drive — about 5 miles each instead of 9. MidMeetup picks the exact fair midpoint and recommends restaurants, coffee shops, and bars nearby.
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