How far is Columbus, MN from Minneapolis, MN?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Columbus and Minneapolis is 22.29 miles (35.88 km).
Flight distance from Columbus, MN to Minneapolis, MN is 22.29 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 03 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Columbus, Minnesota to Minneapolis, Minnesota is: 26.13 miles (42.05 km) by car.
Driving from Columbus to Minneapolis will take approximately 00 hours 30 minutes.
#1 Columbus
City in Anoka County, Minnesota, United States
| Population | 4211 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 45°15'55"N 93°3'1"W |
| Latitude | 45.2652200 |
| Longitude | -93.0501500 |
| Altitude | 278 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Minneapolis
The largest city in Minnesota, Minneapolis is a major center for business, finance, and culture. The city is home to the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, the Target Center, and the Minnesota Vikings. Minneapolis is also home to a number of universities, such as the University of Minnesota and the Minneapolis College of Art and Design.
| Population | 433111 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 44°58'48"N 93°15'50"W |
| Latitude | 44.9799700 |
| Longitude | -93.2638400 |
| Altitude | 253 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Minneapolis: Washington Avenue South (-93.263838,44.979973)
Estimated Travel Time Between Columbus and Minneapolis
The distance between Columbus and Minneapolis is 42 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 28 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Columbus and Minneapolis. The current time is 01:49:13.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00 hours 52 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 39 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 31 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 26 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 22 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 20 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 19 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 3.49 liters (0.92 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Columbus and Minneapolis.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Columbus to Minneapolis is $3.15 (diesel $4.48).
Minnesota gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.42 | $3.74 | $4.15 | $4.86 |
| Total | $3.15 | $3.45 | $3.83 | $4.48 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in Minnesota ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.420 (Diesel $4.864) /gallon. Last changed prices on December 26, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Columbus and Minneapolis (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
