How far is Brooklyn Park, MN from Richfield, MN?
The driving distance from Brooklyn Park, MN to Richfield, MN is about 18.5 miles (29.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 28m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 15 miles (24.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 56m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 28m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
The largest city in Minnesota, Minneapolis is a major center for business, finance, and culture.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Brooklyn Park and Richfield.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brooklyn Park and Richfield.
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Start on Zane Avenue North
10 m · 6 sec · Zane Avenue North
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Turn right onto Brooklyn Boulevard
1.8 mi · 4 min · Brooklyn Boulevard
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Turn left onto I 94 East, I 694 East
1735 ft · 46 sec
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Merge slight left
2496 ft · 36 sec
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Keep slight right
6.1 mi · 8 min
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Keep slight left
3.3 mi · 4 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 35W South
2208 ft · 54 sec
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Merge slight left onto I-35W South
1206 ft · 15 sec
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Merge slight right
4.1 mi · 6 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 62 East, MN 62 West
1773 ft · 43 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on 60th Street
1208 ft · 33 sec
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Turn right onto East 60th Street
630 ft · 31 sec · East 60th Street
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Turn left onto Nicollet Avenue South
1.2 km · 2 min · Nicollet Avenue South
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward West 66th Street
6 m · 1 sec · West 66th Street
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Exit the roundabout onto West 66th Street
1291 ft · 39 sec · West 66th Street
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Continue on West 66th Street
41 m · 9 sec · West 66th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West 66th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Brooklyn Park and Richfield.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
I 94 East
Keep slight right
6.13 mi · 00h 08m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Brooklyn Park and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Richfield.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Brooklyn Park to Richfield?
The road trip is about 18.5 miles (29.7 km) and usually takes 00h 28m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Minneapolis is a useful midpoint, sitting about 9.2 miles from Brooklyn Park and 9.2 miles from Richfield.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 15 miles (24.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.5 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:34 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.32 one way or $4.64 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 5.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Brooklyn Park and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Richfield.
Stop Ideas Near Minneapolis
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Minneapolis City Hall
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Brooklyn Park and Richfield. Straight-line distance: 15 mi (24.14 km).
#1 Brooklyn Park
The third most populous city in Hennepin County, Minnesota.
| Population | 79,574 |
| Coordinates | 45.0941300, -93.3563400 |
| Altitude | 265 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Richfield
City in Hennepin County, Minnesota, United States
| Population | 36,237 |
| Coordinates | 44.8833000, -93.2830000 |
| Altitude | 256 |
| Country | United States |
End: Richfield (-93.283, 44.8833)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 30 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 13m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.57 | $2.32 | $4.64 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $2.55 | $5.10 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $2.85 | $5.71 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $3.16 | $6.32 |
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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