How far is East Grand Forks, MN from Brooklyn Park, MN?
The driving distance from East Grand Forks, MN to Brooklyn Park, MN is about 307 miles (494.1 km), with a travel time of about 04h 34m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 262.3 miles (422.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 09m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Otter Tail County, Minnesota, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between East Grand Forks and Brooklyn Park.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between East Grand Forks and Brooklyn Park.
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Start on DeMers Avenue
3.7 mi · 7 min · DeMers Avenue
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Take the ramp left
1750 ft · 43 sec
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Merge slight left
76.2 mi · 1 hr 14 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 94 East, I 94 West, US 52 South, US 52 North: Minneapolis, Bismarck
804 ft · 20 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 94 East, US 52 South: Minneapolis
1.2 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left
104.6 mi · 1 hr 54 min
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Continue straight
110.6 mi · 1 hr 59 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 East Grand Forks and Brooklyn Park.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
I 94 East
Continue straight
111 mi · 01h 59m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Sunny leaving East Grand Forks and Mostly Sunny near Brooklyn Park.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from East Grand Forks to Brooklyn Park?
The road trip is about 307 miles (494.1 km) and usually takes 04h 34m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Dalton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 152.3 miles from East Grand Forks and 154.7 miles from Brooklyn Park.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 262.3 miles (422.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 44.7 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:50 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $38.65 one way or $77.30 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 96.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around East Grand Forks and Mostly Sunny near Brooklyn Park.
Stop Ideas Near Dalton
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 Dalton.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between East Grand Forks and Brooklyn Park. Straight-line distance: 262.26 mi (422.07 km).
#1 East Grand Forks
City in Polk County, Minnesota, United States of America
| Population | 8,401 |
| Coordinates | 47.9299800, -97.0245200 |
| Altitude | 253 |
| 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: 494 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 10h 13m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 40m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 08m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 06m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 23m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 49m |
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 | $38.65 | $77.30 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $42.46 | $84.93 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $47.57 | $95.13 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $52.68 | $105.35 |
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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