How far is Carlos, MN from Brooklyn Park, MN?
The driving distance from Carlos, MN to Brooklyn Park, MN is about 124.4 miles (200.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 59m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 111.6 miles (179.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 59m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 59m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Minnesota, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Rain Showers
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Carlos and Brooklyn Park.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Carlos and Brooklyn Park.
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Start on 2nd Street
21 m · 5 sec · 2nd Street
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Turn right onto Douglas Avenue
1990 ft · 55 sec · Douglas Avenue
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Continue on County Road 9 Northeast
2.3 mi · 6 min · County Road 9 Northeast
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At the end of the road, turn left onto County Road 9 Northeast
4.1 mi · 10 min · County Road 9 Northeast
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Continue on Nelson Street North
1.4 km · 2 min · Nelson Street North
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Turn left onto Douglas County Highway 82
4.6 mi · 6 min · Douglas County Highway 82
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Continue on West Nokomis Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · West Nokomis Street
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Turn right onto 1st Avenue East
1 km · 1 min · 1st Avenue East
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At the end of the road, turn right onto State Highway 27
1.9 mi · 2 min · State Highway 27
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Take the ramp left
1674 ft · 41 sec
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Merge slight left
98.2 mi · 1 hr 45 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 Carlos 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.
State Highway 27
Merge slight left
98.2 mi · 01h 45m
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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Carlos and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Brooklyn Park.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Carlos to Brooklyn Park?
The road trip is about 124.4 miles (200.2 km) and usually takes 01h 59m 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 61.3 miles from Carlos and 63.1 miles from Brooklyn Park.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 111.6 miles (179.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.8 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 2:30 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.67 one way or $31.34 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 39 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Carlos and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely 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 Carlos and Brooklyn Park. Straight-line distance: 111.63 mi (179.65 km).
#1 Carlos
City in Douglas County, Minnesota
| Population | 2,130 |
| Coordinates | 45.9724600, -95.2922600 |
| Altitude | 418 |
| 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: 200 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 08m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 06m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 29m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 04m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 46m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 33m |
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 | $15.67 | $31.34 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $17.21 | $34.43 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $19.28 | $38.56 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $21.35 | $42.71 |
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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