How far is Lakeville, MN from Jackson, MN?
The driving distance from Lakeville, MN to Jackson, MN is about 158.2 miles (254.6 km), with a travel time of about 02h 55m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 112 miles (180.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 51m 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 02h 55m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lakeville and Jackson.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lakeville and Jackson.
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Start on 207th Street West
7 m · 8 sec · 207th Street West
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Turn left onto Holyoke Avenue
1.3 km · 2 min · Holyoke Avenue
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Turn right onto 215th Street West
3140 ft · 54 sec · 215th Street West
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Turn left onto Dodd Boulevard
5 mi · 7 min · Dodd Boulevard
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Turn straight onto 263rd Street East
747 ft · 16 sec · 263rd Street East
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Deuce Road
34 m · 6 sec · Deuce Road
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Exit the roundabout onto Deuce Road
1.3 km · 1 min · Deuce Road
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Take the ramp left toward I 35 South: Albert Lea
1474 ft · 36 sec
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Merge slight left
63 mi · 1 hr 7 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 90 West: Sioux Falls
2711 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
85.3 mi · 1 hr 31 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 71: Jackson, Windom
1126 ft · 30 sec
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Turn left
1.5 mi · 3 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · US Highway 71
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lakeville and Jackson.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 90 West
Merge slight left
85.3 mi · 01h 31m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Lakeville and Mostly Sunny near Jackson.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lakeville to Jackson?
The road trip is about 158.2 miles (254.6 km) and usually takes 02h 55m 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?
Manchester is a useful midpoint, sitting about 79 miles from Lakeville and 79.2 miles from Jackson.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 112 miles (180.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 46.2 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 12:38 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.92 one way or $39.83 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 49.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Lakeville and Mostly Sunny near Jackson.
Stop Ideas Near Manchester
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 Manchester.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lakeville and Jackson. Straight-line distance: 112.02 mi (180.28 km).
#1 Lakeville
The most populous city in Dakota County, Minnesota.
| Population | 69,583 |
| Coordinates | 44.6496900, -93.2427200 |
| Altitude | 296 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Jackson
City in Jackson County, Minnesota, United States
| Population | 1,619 |
| Coordinates | 43.6207900, -94.9886000 |
| Altitude | 401 |
| Country | United States |
End: Jackson (-94.9886, 43.62079)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 255 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 16m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 57m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 09m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 38m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 15m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 58m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.57 | $19.92 | $39.83 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $21.88 | $43.76 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $24.51 | $49.01 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $27.14 | $54.28 |
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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