The Cost of Driving from Arlington to Chanhassen

If you're planning a road trip from Arlington to Chanhassen in Minnesota, you'll want to consider the cost of driving. With current gas prices fluctuating, it's important to know the most cost-effective route to take. In this blog post, we'll break down the different routes, their distance, time, and cost to help you decide.

Route 1: Via MN-5 E (36.1 miles, 45 minutes, $4.92)

The first route takes you from Arlington to Chanhassen via MN-5 E. This is the most direct route, taking you straight to your destination. However, it does come with a few tolls. The total cost of tolls on this route is $1.50. If gas prices are at the current average of $2.37 per gallon, it will cost you around $4.92 for the trip.

Route 2: Via MN-25 S and US-212 E (43.8 miles, 54 minutes, $5.91)

The second route adds some extra miles to the drive, but it bypasses the tolls on Route 1. Instead, you'll take MN-25 S and US-212 E to reach Chanhassen. This route will take a bit longer, with a total time of 54 minutes. However, if you're looking to save some money on tolls, this is the way to go. If gas prices stay at the current average of $2.37 per gallon, this route will cost you around $5.91.

Route 3: Via US-169 S (39.2 miles, 53 minutes, $5.20)

The third route takes you via US-169 S. This is another toll-free option that will take you slightly longer than Route 1. However, the time difference is minimal, with a total trip time of 53 minutes. If gas prices remain at the current average of $2.37 per gallon, this route will cost you around $5.20 in gas.

Route 4: Via County Rd 15 and County Rd 14 (42.3 miles, 51 minutes, $5.67)

The fourth and final route bypasses the tolls on Route 1 by taking you on County Rd 15 and County Rd 14. This will add a few more miles, but the total trip time is only 51 minutes. The cost of this route with gas prices at the current average is around $5.67.

In conclusion, while Route 1 is the most direct route, it does come with tolls. However, the other three routes are toll-free but will add some extra miles. It's important to weigh the cost of gas vs. the cost of tolls when deciding which route to take. Safe travels!