How far is Mankato, MN from Brooklyn Park, MN?
The driving distance from Mankato, MN to Brooklyn Park, MN is about 86.9 miles (139.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 31m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 72.1 miles (116.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 03m 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 31m.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Mankato and Brooklyn Park.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mankato and Brooklyn Park.
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Start on Van Brunt Street
41 m · 8 sec · Van Brunt Street
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Turn left onto South 2nd Street
1 km · 2 min · South 2nd Street
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Continue on North 2nd Street
137 m · 20 sec · North 2nd Street
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Turn left onto EastMulberry Street
1075 ft · 31 sec · EastMulberry Street
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Take the ramp slight right
1401 ft · 34 sec
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Merge slight left
11.3 mi · 14 min
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Continue on South Minnesota Avenue
11.6 mi · 15 min · South Minnesota Avenue
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Continue straight
11.8 mi · 14 min
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Continue straight
17 mi · 20 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 41, CR 78: Chaska
1682 ft · 41 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on MN 41, CR 78: Chaska
81 m · 8 sec
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Turn straight onto County Road 78
2231 ft · 35 sec · County Road 78
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Continue on Chestnut Boulevard
2499 ft · 41 sec · Chestnut Boulevard
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward 130th Street West
35 m · 3 sec · 130th Street West
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Exit the roundabout onto 130th Street West
1.6 km · 1 min · 130th Street West
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Turn left onto Marystown Road
1.4 km · 1 min · Marystown Road
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Take the ramp right toward US 169 North
2122 ft · 52 sec
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Merge slight left
5.1 mi · 6 min
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Keep slight left
22.5 mi · 28 min
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Take the exit slight right toward CR 130: Elm Creek Boulevard, Brooklyn Boulevard
1362 ft · 37 sec
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Turn right onto Brooklyn Boulevard
2.2 mi · 4 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 Mankato and Brooklyn Park.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
US 169 North
Keep slight left
22.5 mi · 00h 28m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Mankato 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 Mankato to Brooklyn Park?
The road trip is about 86.9 miles (139.8 km) and usually takes 01h 31m 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?
Lawrence is a useful midpoint, sitting about 43.2 miles from Mankato and 43.6 miles from Brooklyn Park.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 72.1 miles (116.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.8 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 3:26 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.96 one way or $21.91 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 27.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Mankato and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Brooklyn Park.
Stop Ideas Near Lawrence
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 Lawrence.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Mankato and Brooklyn Park. Straight-line distance: 72.14 mi (116.1 km).
#1 Mankato
The largest city in Blue Earth County, Minnesota.
| Population | 43,435 |
| Coordinates | 44.1590600, -94.0091500 |
| 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: 140 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 53m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 10m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 44m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 26m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 14m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 05m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.57 | $10.96 | $21.91 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $12.04 | $24.07 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $13.48 | $26.97 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $14.93 | $29.86 |
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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