How far is East Grand Forks, MN from Lakeville, MN?
The driving distance from East Grand Forks, MN to Lakeville, MN is about 340.3 miles (547.7 km), with a travel time of about 05h 08m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 289.7 miles (466.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 10h 16m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 05h 08m.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between East Grand Forks and Lakeville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between East Grand Forks and Lakeville.
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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
114.9 mi · 2 hr 3 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 494 South
2227 ft · 32 sec
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Continue straight
21.9 mi · 27 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 35W South: Albert Lea
1038 ft · 25 sec
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Continue on I 35W South: Albert Lea
2054 ft · 50 sec
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Merge slight left
11.1 mi · 13 min
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Take the exit slight right toward CR 5, CR 50
999 ft · 26 sec
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Turn left onto Kenwood Trail
1.3 mi · 2 min · Kenwood Trail
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Kenwood Trail /Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway
39 m · 3 sec · Kenwood Trail /Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway
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Exit the roundabout onto Kenwood Trail /Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway
2.2 mi · 3 min · Kenwood Trail /Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway
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Continue on Kenwood Trai/Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway
770 ft · 17 sec · Kenwood Trai/Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway
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Continue on 202nd Street West / Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway
2553 ft · 48 sec · 202nd Street West / Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward 202nd Street West
4 m · 1 sec · Holyoke Avenue
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Exit the rotary onto Holyoke Avenue
2291 ft · 1 min · Holyoke Avenue
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Turn left onto 207th Street West
7 m · 1 sec · 207th Street West
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 207th Street West
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between East Grand Forks and Lakeville.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
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115 mi · 02h 03m
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 Sunny near Lakeville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from East Grand Forks to Lakeville?
The road trip is about 340.3 miles (547.7 km) and usually takes 05h 08m 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?
Evansville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 169.5 miles from East Grand Forks and 170.9 miles from Lakeville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 289.7 miles (466.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 50.6 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 6:44 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $42.86 one way or $85.73 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 106.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around East Grand Forks and Sunny near Lakeville.
Stop Ideas Near Evansville
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between East Grand Forks and Lakeville. Straight-line distance: 289.7 mi (466.23 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 Lakeville
The most populous city in Dakota County, Minnesota.
| Population | 69,583 |
| Coordinates | 44.6496900, -93.2427200 |
| Altitude | 296 |
| Country | United States |
End: 207th Street West (-93.24272, 44.649706)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 548 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 11h 20m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 08h 30m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 48m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 40m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 51m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 04h 14m |
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 | $42.86 | $85.73 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $47.09 | $94.18 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $52.75 | $105.50 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $58.42 | $116.83 |
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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