Which direction is North Branch, MN from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field (MSP)?

North Branch, MN lies roughly to the north of Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field (MSP).

Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field (MSP) North Branch, MN

Distance: 52 miDuration: 1 h 10 min

Driving from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field (MSP) to North Branch, MN takes about 1 h 10 min via I 35E. The distance is 52 mi. The straight-line distance is 46 mi. EV charging is available along the route, including in Mendota, MN, Lauderdale, MN, Roseville, MN, Lexington, MN, Wyoming, MN. Driving directions

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Driving directions27 · 52 mi

1 Depart straight 15 yd
2 Turn right 172 yd
3 Turn right 16 yd
4 Turn left 119 yd
5 At end of road, turn left onto East 70th Street 1 mi
6 Continue straight onto Post Road 1 mi
7 Take ramp left 1 mi
8 Continue straight onto Fort Road 1 mi
9 Continue straight onto John A. Johnson Memorial Highway 1 mi
10 Continue straight onto Fort Road 4 mi
11 Take ramp slightly right 1 mi
12 Merge slightly left 1 mi
13 Keep slightly left 4 mi

14 Keep slightly left 6 mi
15 Keep slightly right 1 mi
16 Take exit slightly right 1 mi
17 Merge slightly left 1 mi
18 Keep slightly left 19 mi
19 Keep slightly left 16 mi
20 Take exit slightly right 1 mi
21 Turn right 1 mi
22 Continue straight onto Main Street 1 mi
23 Continue straight onto Saint Croix Trail 1 mi
24 Enter roundabout straight 42 yd
25 Exit roundabout straight 110 yd
26 Turn straight onto Saint Croix Trail 1 mi
27 Arrive right onto Saint Croix Trail

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The return trip from North Branch, MN to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field (MSP) covers roughly the same distance, 52 mi.

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How far is it from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field (MSP) to North Branch, MN?: The distance between Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field (MSP) and North Branch, MN is 52 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field (MSP) to North Branch, MN?: The drive from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field (MSP) to North Branch, MN takes approximately 1 h 10 min by car.
What is the best route from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field (MSP) to North Branch, MN?: The fastest route from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field (MSP) to North Branch, MN covers 52 mi with a driving time of approximately 1 h 10 min.
Which direction is North Branch, MN from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field (MSP)?: North Branch, MN lies roughly to the north of Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field (MSP).
Which roads does the route from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field (MSP) to North Branch, MN follow?: The drive from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field (MSP) to North Branch, MN mainly follows I 35E.
Which towns do you pass between Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field (MSP) and North Branch, MN?: Towns on the route from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field (MSP) to North Branch, MN include Mendota Heights, St. Paul, Maplewood, Lino Lakes, Wyoming.

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