Origin
Apple Valley, MN
Evening in Apple Valley on Wednesday
Local time
8:44 PM
CDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Apple Valley, MN to Becker, MN
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 21m
Distance
66.6 mi
107 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 15m
★
6 AM
1h 22m
8 AM
1h 34m
10 AM
1h 26m
12 PM
1h 25m
3 PM
1h 27m
5 PM
1h 34m
8 PM
1h 18m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Apple Valley, MN
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Becker, MN
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
The drive from Apple Valley, MN to Becker, MN covers 66.6 miles and takes about 1h 21m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Cedar Avenue, I 494 West, I 94 West for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.91 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
33.3 miles from Apple Valley, MN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 40m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 21m drive with frequent turns across 66.6 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Cedar Avenue is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Apple Valley, MN to Becker, MN is easy. At 1h 21m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Apple Valley, MN to Becker, MN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Cedar Avenue | — | — |
| I 494 West | — | — |
| I 94 West | — | — |
| Pine Street | — | — |
| Highway 25 | — | — |
| County Road 11 | — | — |
| Park Boulevard Southeast | — | — |
| 165th Avenue Southeast | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Cedar Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Apple Valley, MN and Becker, MN.
1
Start on County Road 42
36 ft
·
6 sec
·
County Road 42
2
Turn right onto Cedar Avenue
9.5 mi
·
11 min
·
Cedar Avenue
3
Take the exit slight right toward I 494 West, MN 5 West
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
I 494 West, MN 5 West
4
Merge slight left
8.8 mi
·
11 min
5
Keep slight left
16 mi
·
19 min
6
Keep slight left to continue on I 94 West: Saint Cloud
0.6 mi
·
50 sec
·
I 94 West: Saint Cloud
7
Continue straight
17 mi
·
18 min
8
Keep slight left
6.0 mi
·
6 min
9
Take the exit slight right
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
10
Turn right onto Pine Street
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Pine Street
11
Continue on State Highway 25
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
State Highway 25
12
Turn left onto County Road 11
0.7 mi
·
54 sec
·
County Road 11
13
Continue on Park Boulevard Southeast
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Park Boulevard Southeast
14
Continue on 165th Avenue Southeast
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
165th Avenue Southeast
15
Turn left
3.8 mi
·
4 min
16
Turn right onto Hancock Street
112 ft
·
3 sec
·
Hancock Street
17
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 33.3 miles from Apple Valley, MN, or about 40m into the drive.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 15 miles or 18m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 33.3 miles or 40m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 9m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Becker, MN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Apple Valley, MN so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Apple Valley, MN
This is one driving day of about 66.6 miles and 1h 21m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from Apple Valley, MN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 33.3 mi from Apple Valley, MN · 40m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
33 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 33.3 miles from Apple Valley, MN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Becker, MN
The final approach into Becker, MN usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.91 one way
$19.82 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $10.68 | $21.36 |
| premium | $4.53 | $11.88 | $23.77 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.70 | $29.41 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20 | 0 | $6.99 | $3.20 |
| Efficient EV | 16.7 | 0 | $5.83 | $2.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.6 | 0 | $9.32 | $4.26 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Becker, MN
Evening in Becker on Wednesday
Local time
8:44 PM
CDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
25 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 21m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Apple Valley, MN to Becker, MN covers 66.6 miles and takes about 1h 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Cedar Avenue, I 494 West, I 94 West. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 33.3 miles from Apple Valley, MN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.91 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Apple Valley, MN to Becker, MN is easy. At 1h 21m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Apple Valley, MN to Becker, MN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Apple Valley, MN to Becker, MN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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