Burnsville

Minnesota

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Destinations

Burnsville is located in Minnesota, approximately 15 miles from Minneapolis. The most popular drive from Burnsville is to Minneapolis. Browse route details including drive time, distance, and gas costs below.

Driving Times from Burnsville

1 destinations

Short Drives — 1

Minneapolis
32 miles
1h 8min

Nearby Cities

Bloomington (5 mi)Eagan (6 mi)Richfield (8 mi)Prior Lake (8 mi)Lakeville (8 mi)

Routes to Burnsville

Minneapolis → Burnsville

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Burnsville from Minneapolis?
Burnsville is approximately 32 miles from Minneapolis, taking around 1h 8min.
What cities are within 3 hours of Burnsville?
There are 2 cities within 3 hours, including Minneapolis, Burnsville.
How many routes from Burnsville?
Burnsville has 1 routes in our database.

How Far Is Burnsville from Major Cities?

Approximate road distances and non-stop drive times from Burnsville to nearby major cities. The closest major hub is Minneapolis, roughly 15 miles away by road.

Minneapolis~15 mi · 15 min
Omaha~335 mi · 5h 45m
Milwaukee~350 mi · 6h
Chicago~415 mi · 7h 15m
Kansas City~475 mi · 8h 15m

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

Nearest Major Airports to Burnsville

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

Minneapolis-St Paul (MSP)~10 mi · 15 min
Sioux Falls (FSD)~230 mi · 4h

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

Driving from Burnsville: What to Know

Located in Minnesota in the Upper Midwest, Burnsville is well positioned for road trips both short and long. For longer drives, plan a rest stop roughly every two hours, keep your tank above a quarter full, and aim to leave outside the morning and evening rush windows to save time. 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.

Plan Your Drive from Burnsville

Burnsville serves as a great base for exploring by car, with 1 route available on this page. Whether you need a quick commute estimate or want to map out a weekend road trip, you will find driving times and costs for every destination below. Each route includes up-to-date data on distance, fuel estimates at current prices, toll costs where applicable, and recommendations for the best departure times. Tap any card to see the full route details and start planning your drive.