How far is Alexandria, MN from Brooklyn Park, MN?
The driving distance from Alexandria, MN to Brooklyn Park, MN is about 122.4 miles (197 km), with a travel time of about 01h 54m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 112.1 miles (180.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 49m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 54m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Minnesota, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Alexandria and Brooklyn Park.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Alexandria and Brooklyn Park.
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Start on Broadway Street
1.2 mi · 3 min · Broadway Street
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Continue on State Highway 29
1.8 mi · 3 min · State Highway 29
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Turn left onto I 94, US 52, MN 27: St. Cloud
1429 ft · 37 sec
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Merge slight left
109.5 mi · 1 hr 57 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 610 East
2.6 mi · 3 min
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Take the exit slight right toward CR 81 South, CR 130: Elm Creek Boulevard
1666 ft · 41 sec
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Continue on County Road 81
2.4 mi · 4 min · County Road 81
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Keep slight right to continue on County Road 81
3014 ft · 59 sec · County Road 81
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Continue on Bottineau Boulevard
1.3 mi · 2 min · Bottineau Boulevard
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Turn left onto Brooklyn Boulevard
1.4 mi · 3 min · Brooklyn Boulevard
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Zane Avenue North
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Alexandria and Brooklyn Park.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 94
Merge slight left
109 mi · 01h 57m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Alexandria to Brooklyn Park?
The road trip is about 122.4 miles (197 km) and usually takes 01h 54m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Saint Joseph is a useful midpoint, sitting about 60.6 miles from Alexandria and 61.8 miles from Brooklyn Park.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 112.1 miles (180.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.3 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:40 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.42 one way or $30.84 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 38.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers around Alexandria and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Brooklyn Park.
Stop Ideas Near Saint Joseph
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Saint Joseph.
St. Cloud
Staples
Saint Paul Union Depot
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Alexandria and Brooklyn Park. Straight-line distance: 112.12 mi (180.44 km).
#1 Alexandria
City in Minnesota, United States
| Population | 2,902 |
| Coordinates | 45.8852400, -95.3775400 |
| Altitude | 428 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Brooklyn Park
The third most populous city in Hennepin County, Minnesota.
| Population | 79,574 |
| Coordinates | 45.0941300, -93.3563400 |
| Altitude | 265 |
| Country | United States |
End: Brooklyn Boulevard (-93.356328, 45.094101)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 197 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 04m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 03m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 26m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 02m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 44m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 31m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.57 | $15.42 | $30.84 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $16.94 | $33.88 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $18.97 | $37.95 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $21.01 | $42.02 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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