Mystic Lake to Mall of America: Correcting the Name & Distance

There is no "Mystic Lake Cascino" in Minnesota. You likely mean Mystic Lake Casino Hotel, owned by the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community, located in Prior Lake (about 25 miles southwest of Minneapolis).

The Distance

• To Mall of America (Bloomington): ~20 miles (32 km) via I-35W North / MN-13 North.
• Drive Time: 25–35 minutes in normal traffic; 45+ minutes during rush hour.
• Route: Exit Mystic Lake → County Rd 42 East → I-35W North → Exit 3 (MN-77/34th Ave) → Mall of America.

Transit Option

No direct public transit. MVTA Route 495 runs from Mystic Lake to Burnsville Transit Station (weekdays only), then transfer to Blue Line Light Rail (2 stops to Mall of America). Total ~1.5 hours.

Pro Tip

If visiting both, do the Mall first (opens 10 AM), then drive to Mystic Lake for evening gaming/dining. Valleyfair (amusement park) is 5 minutes from Mystic Lake if you're staying overnight.