How far is Minneota, MN from Brooklyn Park, MN?
The driving distance from Minneota, MN to Brooklyn Park, MN is about 162.1 miles (260.9 km), with a travel time of about 02h 53m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 134 miles (215.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 47m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 53m.
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.
City in Minnesota, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Partly Sunny
Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Minneota and Brooklyn Park.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Minneota and Brooklyn Park.
-
1
Start on North Monroe Street
16 m · 7 sec · North Monroe Street
-
2
Turn left onto East 1st Street
2723 ft · 1 min · East 1st Street
-
3
Continue on State Highway 68
4.7 mi · 6 min · State Highway 68
-
4
Continue on West Burlingame Street
1.2 km · 2 min · West Burlingame Street
-
5
Continue on State Highway 68
3.9 mi · 5 min · State Highway 68
-
6
Turn left onto 290th Street
1.6 km · 1 min · 290th Street
-
7
Continue on Erie Road
1.5 mi · 3 min · Erie Road
-
8
Continue on 290th Street
1 mi · 1 min · 290th Street
-
9
Turn left onto State Highway 23
26.7 mi · 34 min · State Highway 23
-
10
Turn right
71.8 mi · 1 hr 34 min
-
11
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
47 m · 2 sec
-
12
Exit the roundabout
10.2 mi · 12 min
-
13
Keep slight right
29.7 mi · 35 min
-
14
Take the exit slight right toward US 169 South, US 169 North: Gleason Road
2007 ft · 49 sec
-
15
Merge slight left onto Crosstown Highway
1441 ft · 21 sec · Crosstown Highway
-
16
Take the exit slight right toward US 169 North
78 m · 6 sec
-
17
Keep slight right to continue on US 169 North
852 ft · 21 sec
-
18
Merge slight left
14 mi · 17 min
-
19
Take the exit slight right toward CR 130: Elm Creek Boulevard, Brooklyn Boulevard
1362 ft · 37 sec
-
20
Turn right onto Brooklyn Boulevard
2.2 mi · 4 min · Brooklyn Boulevard
-
21
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Zane Avenue North
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Minneota and Brooklyn Park.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Longest stretch
Turn right
71.8 mi · 01h 34m
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 leaving Minneota 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 Minneota to Brooklyn Park?
The road trip is about 162.1 miles (260.9 km) and usually takes 02h 53m 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?
Buffalo Lake is a useful midpoint, sitting about 84.4 miles from Minneota and 77.7 miles from Brooklyn Park.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 134 miles (215.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 28.1 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 12:42 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.41 one way or $40.83 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 50.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Minneota and Mostly Sunny near Brooklyn Park.
Stop Ideas Near Buffalo Lake
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 Buffalo Lake.
St. Cloud
Saint Paul Union Depot
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Minneota and Brooklyn Park. Straight-line distance: 134.04 mi (215.72 km).
#1 Minneota
City in Minnesota, United States
| Population | 1,339 |
| Coordinates | 44.5588500, -95.9855900 |
| Altitude | 357 |
| 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: 261 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 24m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 03m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 14m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 42m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 18m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 01m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.57 | $20.41 | $40.83 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $22.43 | $44.86 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $25.12 | $50.24 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $27.82 | $55.64 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in Minnesota · May 05, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.