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Minneapolis to Lauderdale

45 min
Duration
13 km
Distance
102 m
Ascent
71 m
Descent
17.2 km/h
Avg. speed
307 m
Max. altitude

Ready for a chill ride from urban Minneapolis to the cozy little suburb of Lauderdale? This nearly 13 km route is packed with cycling goodness: most of the way (over 60%) rolls along dedicated cycleways, so you can relax and enjoy the ride without battling too much car traffic. You'll spin past the bustling energy of Downtown Minneapolis, possibly catching glimpses of the city’s iconic skyline, art, and lakes.

The route gently climbs about 100 meters, but don’t worry—the ascents are manageable and most surfaces are smooth asphalt and pavement. You’ll mostly glide over paved paths with only short stretches where the surface type isn’t marked.

Lauderdale, nestled just north of the University of Minnesota campus, is a quiet, tree-lined enclave with a small-town feel. It’s a great spot to unwind after your ride—maybe stop by Lauderdale Community Park or explore the charming local neighborhoods. Enjoy the journey!

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B2B00775 55408>55414 via Greenway, Hiawatha Trl, 15th Av SE,
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B2B00775 55408>55414 via Greenway, Hiawatha Trl, 15th Av SE,

Cycling route in Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States

Return trip can take 4th St SE since University Av is a one-way. 
12.5 km
Distance
56 m
Ascent
62 m
Descent
B2B00465 55405>55114 via Park Av, University Av, Transitway
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B2B00465 55405>55114 via Park Av, University Av, Transitway

Cycling route in Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States

Return trip will have a few changes because of one-ways: 17th Av SE to 4th St SE instead of University Av Stone Arch Bridge to Portland Av --> right on E Grant St/S11th St to Harmon Pl. 
10.7 km
Distance
67 m
Ascent
78 m
Descent
0

Yale Pl, Minneapolis to Como Ave, Saint Paul

Cycling route in Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States

9.9 km
Distance
73 m
Ascent
41 m
Descent
0

Harmon Pl, Minneapolis to 24th Ave SE, Minneapolis

Cycling route in Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States

6.7 km
Distance
29 m
Ascent
21 m
Descent
B2B00016 28th&Hariett to Rsville via Stn Arch, Como
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B2B00016 28th&Hariett to Rsville via Stn Arch, Como

Cycling route in Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States

12.9 km
Distance
78 m
Ascent
75 m
Descent
0

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Cycling route in Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States

15.9 km
Distance
104 m
Ascent
101 m
Descent
0

N Sixth St, Minneapolis to 12th Ave NE, Minneapolis

Cycling route in Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States

4.8 km
Distance
35 m
Ascent
32 m
Descent
0

E Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis to 12th Ave NE, Minneapolis

Cycling route in Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States

2 km
Distance
21 m
Ascent
13 m
Descent
0

University Ave NE, Minneapolis to 12th Ave NE, Minneapolis

Cycling route in Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States

3 km
Distance
12 m
Ascent
3 m
Descent
B2B00541 55405 < 55413 via Loring Park, Downtown, Central Ave, 5th St, Como
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B2B00541 55405 < 55413 via Loring Park, Downtown, Central Ave, 5th St, Como

Cycling route in Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States

9.7 km
Distance
63 m
Ascent
78 m
Descent
0

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Cycling route in Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States

50.7 km
Distance
140 m
Ascent
131 m
Descent
0

Quincy St NE, Minneapolis to 12th Ave NE, Minneapolis

Cycling route in Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States

1.7 km
Distance
4 m
Ascent
3 m
Descent

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