How far is Waconia, MN from Brooklyn Park, MN?
The driving distance from Waconia, MN to Brooklyn Park, MN is about 36.7 miles (59.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 27 miles (43.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 33m 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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A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
The most populous city in Hennepin County, Minnesota.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Waconia and Brooklyn Park.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Waconia and Brooklyn Park.
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Start on the route
15 m · 6 sec
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Turn right
66 m · 18 sec
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Turn right onto North Elm Street
63 m · 14 sec · North Elm Street
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Turn left onto Main Street East
1.4 km · 2 min · Main Street East
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Turn left onto State Highway 5
2.9 mi · 4 min · State Highway 5
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Continue on Arboretum Boulevard
5.2 mi · 8 min · Arboretum Boulevard
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Continue on Prince Rogers Nelson Memorial Highway
1.3 mi · 2 min · Prince Rogers Nelson Memorial Highway
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Turn left onto Hazeltine Boulevard
2.2 mi · 3 min · Hazeltine Boulevard
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Turn right onto Minnesota State Highway 7
6.3 mi · 9 min · Minnesota State Highway 7
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Keep slight left to continue on Minnesota State Highway 7
3.5 mi · 5 min · Minnesota State Highway 7
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Turn left onto US 169 North
1529 ft · 39 sec
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Merge slight right
10.6 mi · 13 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 Waconia 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.
US 169 North
Merge slight right
10.6 mi · 00h 13m
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 Waconia 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 Waconia to Brooklyn Park?
The road trip is about 36.7 miles (59.1 km) and usually takes 00h 46m 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?
Minnetonka is a useful midpoint, sitting about 17.8 miles from Waconia and 19 miles from Brooklyn Park.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 27 miles (43.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.7 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 4:56 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.64 one way or $9.28 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Waconia and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Brooklyn Park.
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Waconia and Brooklyn Park. Straight-line distance: 26.94 mi (43.35 km).
#1 Waconia
City in Carver County, Minnesota, United States
| Population | 1,194 |
| Coordinates | 44.8508000, -93.7869100 |
| Altitude | 309 |
| 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: 59 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 13m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 55m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 27m |
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 | $4.64 | $9.28 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $5.10 | $10.19 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $5.71 | $11.42 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $6.32 | $12.65 |
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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