Anoka

Minnesota

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Destinations

Anoka is located in Minnesota, approximately 16 miles from Minneapolis. The most popular drive from Anoka is to Minneapolis. Browse route details including drive time, distance, and gas costs below.

Driving Times from Anoka

1 destinations

Short Drives — 1

Minneapolis
35 miles
1h 15min

Nearby Cities

Coon Rapids (7 mi)Brooklyn Park (7 mi)Blaine (8 mi)Brooklyn Center (9 mi)Maple Grove (9 mi)Fridley (10 mi)

Routes to Anoka

Minneapolis → Anoka

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Anoka from Minneapolis?
Anoka is approximately 35 miles from Minneapolis, taking around 1h 15min.
What cities are within 3 hours of Anoka?
There are 2 cities within 3 hours, including Minneapolis, Anoka.
How many routes from Anoka?
Anoka has 1 routes in our database.

How Far Is Anoka from Major Cities?

Approximate road distances and non-stop drive times from Anoka to nearby major cities. The closest major hub is Minneapolis, roughly 20 miles away by road.

Minneapolis~20 mi · 15 min
Omaha~360 mi · 6h 15m
Milwaukee~370 mi · 6h 30m
Chicago~440 mi · 7h 30m
Kansas City~510 mi · 8h 45m

Estimates assume typical highway speeds without extended stops; actual times vary with traffic and weather.

Nearest Major Airports to Anoka

If part of the trip is by air, these are the closest major airports to Anoka by road:

Minneapolis-St Paul (MSP)~30 mi · 30 min
Sioux Falls (FSD)~240 mi · 4h 15m

Airport drive times are door-to-terminal estimates — add time for parking and security.

Driving from Anoka: What to Know

Anoka sits in Minnesota, in the Upper Midwest, and most trips out of town start on the local highway network before joining the interstate system. Fill up before you leave — fuel is usually cheaper in town than at highway service plazas — and check conditions before longer drives, since weather in the Upper Midwest can change travel times considerably. The main corridor for trips listed on this page is I-35, so check for construction or closures on that route before setting out.

All drive times on this page assume normal conditions. Gas cost estimates use a 30 MPG vehicle at current average fuel prices — a hybrid or EV can cut that cost roughly in half, and you can compare electric options on our EV trip pages.

Explore Routes from Anoka

From Anoka, you can drive to 3 different cities and attractions across the US. This page lists every available route sorted by distance, making it easy to find both nearby getaways and faraway adventures. Each destination card shows the driving distance and estimated travel time at a glance. Click through to any route for in-depth details on highway options, fuel expenses, rest stop suggestions, and real-time traffic considerations to help you plan the perfect trip.