B2B 55413 > 55101 via East River Rd., Summit Ave.
- 19.2 km
- 126 m
- 134 m
- Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States
Cycling day trip from Minneapolis to Saint Paul
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Route template
Minneapolis to Saint Paul
- 1 h 27 min
- Duration
- 25.5 km
- Distance
- 201 m
- Ascent
- 227 m
- Descent
- 17.6 km/h
- Avg. speed
- 259 m
- Max. altitude
Get ready for a scenic and super smooth ride from Minneapolis to Saint Paul! This nearly 25.5 km route is almost entirely on dedicated cycleways, so you can relax and enjoy the trip without worrying about cars. With 99% paved surfaces (most of them asphalt), it's perfect for all bike types.
You’ll start in downtown Minneapolis, famous for its vibrant arts scene and beautiful riverfront parks. Riding east, you'll follow paths that often hug the Mississippi River, offering great views and plenty of spots to stop for a break. Don't be surprised if you pass locals jogging or kayaking along the way!
The slight uphill (about 200 meters ascent) is manageable for most riders, and the gentle descent into Saint Paul is a nice reward. When you arrive, you’ll find yourself in Minnesota’s charming capital, known for its historic architecture and cozy cafes. All in all, it's a gorgeous urban ride connecting the Twin Cities in the best way possible—on two wheels!
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The best bike routes from Minneapolis to Saint Paul
B2B00865 55405>55102 via Greenway, Summit Av
Cycling route in Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States
Use caution on Grand as traffic will be merging onto the road. On the return trip will have to access Grand by traveling over 35 E and turning at the light before Ramsey Hill.Â
- 19.9 km
- Distance
- 76 m
- Ascent
- 76 m
- Descent
B2B00309 55401>55101 via University Av, Transitway, Como Ave
Cycling route in Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States
At the end of 1st St N, there is a ramp you can take to get to the Stone Arch Bridge.
<br />Will need to take 4th St SE on the return trip as University is a one-way street.
- 17.7 km
- Distance
- 106 m
- Ascent
- 105 m
- Descent
B2B00204 55413>55102 via University & Como Ave
Cycling route in Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States
Occasionally there will be a train going on Como Ave (see star on map near Lake Como). If you want to get around it, you can backtrack north and make a left at Como Ave and then turn south on Chatsworth which has a tunnel to get under the tracks.
- 16.8 km
- Distance
- 83 m
- Ascent
- 103 m
- Descent
B2B00083 55403 > 55102 via Nicollet, Midtown Greenway, W. River Road, Lake/Marshall, Summit, Kellog Blvd., 7th St. W.
Cycling route in Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States
Begin your route heading south on Nicollet Ave. to the Midtown Greenway on ramp. The ramp is located next to a car wash just past W. 28th St. Once on the Greenway, head east towards the Mississippi River.
At the end of the Greenway (W. River Pkwy.), proceed south on W. River Pkwy. to the Lake S…
- 18.1 km
- Distance
- 44 m
- Ascent
- 52 m
- Descent
B2B 55413 > 55101 via East River Rd., Summit Ave.
Cycling route in Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States
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- 19.2 km
- Distance
- 126 m
- Ascent
- 134 m
- Descent
home ride
Cycling route in Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States
- 16.6 km
- Distance
- 115 m
- Ascent
- 149 m
- Descent
B2B00761 55413>55102 via 8th Av SE, Como Av, Cedar St
Cycling route in Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States
Return trip can take 4th St E to Wabasha and head north to 10th St W . Heading east (turn right) will take to Cedar St.Â
- 17.6 km
- Distance
- 51 m
- Ascent
- 61 m
- Descent
B2B00267 55401>55101via Hiawatha Trl, Greenway and Marshall Ave
Cycling route in Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States
There is a bike path (Hiawatha Trail) that will take you from 11th Ave to the Greenway. The Greenway will take you to W River Parkway, where there is a shoulder or a bike path.Â
- 16.3 km
- Distance
- 55 m
- Ascent
- 37 m
- Descent
B2B00881 55407>55102 via Greenway, Summit Av
Cycling route in Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States
Use caution on Grand Av as traffic is merging into the lane from 35E. On return trip, will have to make a left turn to continue on Grand or take Ramsey up to Summit.Â
- 15.2 km
- Distance
- 65 m
- Ascent
- 77 m
- Descent
B2B00762 55413>55101 via 8th St SE, Como Av
Cycling route in Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States
On return trip can go down Cedar to 9th St E and head east to Minnesota St to 10th where you can head west and get back onto Cedar.Â
- 17.2 km
- Distance
- 53 m
- Ascent
- 46 m
- Descent
B2B00504 55403 > 55107 via Greenway, Summit, Cedar, Wabasha
Cycling route in Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States
Take Nicollet south to the Greenway entrance (to the right at the dead
end just past 28th St). Take a sharp left onto the Greenway and head
east. Take the bike bridge over Hiawatha (note: when crossing 28th St
to get to the bridge watch for cross traffic) Once over the bridge,
coast to …
- 20.3 km
- Distance
- 58 m
- Ascent
- 77 m
- Descent
B2B00448 55404 > 55102 via Pleasant, Greenway, Marshall
Cycling route in Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States
Head west to Pleasant Ave and take a right to head north. (Note: Pleasant does not have a bike lane, but Twin Cities Bike Map recommends it as a good bikable route).
Go north on Pleasant to 29th Street and take a right.
Head west on 29th for 3 blocks until you reach Nicollet. (note: these aren&am…
- 16 km
- Distance
- 43 m
- Ascent
- 21 m
- Descent
Discover more routes
- home ride
- 16.6 km
- 115 m
- 149 m
- Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States
- B2B00761 55413>55102 via 8th Av SE, Como Av, Cedar St
- 17.6 km
- 51 m
- 61 m
- Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States
- B2B00267 55401>55101via Hiawatha Trl, Greenway and Marshall Ave
- 16.3 km
- 55 m
- 37 m
- Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States
- B2B00881 55407>55102 via Greenway, Summit Av
- 15.2 km
- 65 m
- 77 m
- Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States
- B2B00762 55413>55101 via 8th St SE, Como Av
- 17.2 km
- 53 m
- 46 m
- Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States
- B2B00504 55403 > 55107 via Greenway, Summit, Cedar, Wabasha
- 20.3 km
- 58 m
- 77 m
- Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States
- B2B00448 55404 > 55102 via Pleasant, Greenway, Marshall
- 16 km
- 43 m
- 21 m
- Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States
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