Benson, MN Road Trips
With 1 routes heading out and 4 heading in, Benson, MN works well as a modest departure point in the Midwest. Most drives stay under 127 miles, making this area well-suited for day trips and weekend getaways. Most routes from Benson, MN head east, giving the route network a clear directional lean.
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Trip Routes
5
Longest Drive
201.7 mi
Woodbury, MN
Quickest Drive
2h 36m
Maple Grove, MN
Plan Around Benson, MN
Popular Incoming Routes
Useful if Benson, MN is the arrival point and you want the strongest routes into the city first.
Continue From Benson, MN
Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.
Trips from Benson, MN
Driving from Benson, MN
Expect an average of 127 miles and about 2h 52m behind the wheel when leaving Benson, MN. The majority of routes are short drives — quick enough to finish before lunch and be back for dinner. The longest mapped route runs 127 miles (2h 52m), while the shortest is just 127 miles.
Popular Destinations
The most popular drives from Benson, MN include Eden Prairie, MN (126.7 mi, 2h 52m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
Regular gas in MN currently averages around $3.57 per gallon. For the typical 127-mile trip from Benson, MN, budget about $18 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
Routes tend to go east, so afternoon departures put the sun at your back on the return leg. With an average drive under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility — leave whenever it suits you.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 1 mapped routes leaving Benson, MN and 4 routes heading into Benson, MN, covering 5 total connections. Distances range from 127 to 127 miles.
The longest mapped route from Benson, MN covers 127 miles and takes approximately 2h 52m. Shorter options start at just 127 miles.
The average route from Benson, MN runs about 127 miles with a drive time of roughly 2h 52m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $3.57/gallon for regular), the average 127-mile trip from Benson, MN costs roughly $18 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Benson, MN include Eden Prairie, MN. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Trips to Benson, MN
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