How far is La Crescent, MN from Lakeville, MN?
The driving distance from La Crescent, MN to Lakeville, MN is about 134.1 miles (215.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 12m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 111.5 miles (179.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 25m 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.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 12m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Minnesota, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between La Crescent and Lakeville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between La Crescent and Lakeville.
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Start on South 1st Street
16 m · 8 sec · South 1st Street
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Turn left onto South Walnut Street
1036 ft · 48 sec · South Walnut Street
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Turn right onto North 2nd Street
140 m · 20 sec · North 2nd Street
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At the end of the road, turn left
6.8 mi · 8 min
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Keep slight left
52.6 mi · 56 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 52: Rochester
1670 ft · 41 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on US 52 North: Rochester
710 ft · 15 sec
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Merge slight left
9.7 mi · 11 min
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Continue straight
16.5 mi · 19 min
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Continue straight
9.1 mi · 11 min
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Continue straight
23.7 mi · 27 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 50: Farmington, Red Wing
1459 ft · 40 sec
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Turn left onto Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway
5.8 mi · 9 min · Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway
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Continue on 220th Street West
1.9 mi · 3 min · 220th Street West
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Continue on Ash Street
1.6 mi · 3 min · Ash Street
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Turn right onto County Road 31
3138 ft · 53 sec · County Road 31
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Continue on Denmark Avenue
832 ft · 16 sec · Denmark Avenue
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Turn left onto Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway
3 mi · 4 min · Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway
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Continue on Lakeville Boulevard
2692 ft · 46 sec · Lakeville Boulevard
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Continue on 210th Street West
1.2 km · 1 min · 210th Street West
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Turn right onto Holyoke Avenue
1651 ft · 50 sec · Holyoke Avenue
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Turn right 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 La Crescent and Lakeville.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
North 2nd Street
Keep slight left
52.6 mi · 00h 56m
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.
Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving La Crescent and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Lakeville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from La Crescent to Lakeville?
The road trip is about 134.1 miles (215.8 km) and usually takes 02h 12m 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?
Rochester is a useful midpoint, sitting about 67 miles from La Crescent and 67.1 miles from Lakeville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 111.5 miles (179.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 22.6 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:04 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.88 one way or $33.76 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 42 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around La Crescent and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Lakeville.
Stop Ideas Near Rochester
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 Rochester.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between La Crescent and Lakeville. Straight-line distance: 111.5 mi (179.44 km).
#1 La Crescent
City in the state of Minnesota, United States
| Population | 1,108 |
| Coordinates | 43.8280200, -91.3040300 |
| Altitude | 207 |
| 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: 216 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 28m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 21m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 40m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 14m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 54m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 40m |
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 | $16.88 | $33.76 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $18.55 | $37.09 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $20.77 | $41.55 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $23.01 | $46.01 |
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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