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Trip from Chisholm, MN to Lakeville, MN

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

4h 38m

Distance

237.5 mi

382 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$35

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min
4 AM
4h 25m ★
6 AM
4h 39m
8 AM
5h 5m
10 AM
4h 48m
12 PM
4h 45m
3 PM
4h 49m
5 PM
5h 4m
8 PM
4h 30m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Chisholm, MN, MN

Chisholm, MN

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city in Dakota County, Minnesota, United States

Lakeville, MN

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Trip Overview

The drive from Chisholm, MN to Lakeville, MN covers 237.5 miles and takes about 4h 38m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 35, I 35W, US 53 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 109.7 miles on I 35. At current regular gas prices, budget about $35.34 one way before food or hotel costs.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

118.7 miles from Chisholm, MN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 22m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 38m. Total distance: 237.5 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 38m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (97%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Drive Character

This is a 4h 38m highway drive covering 237.5 miles, with most of the trip on I 35 and I 35W. The longest continuous stretch is about 109.7 miles on I 35.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 28 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 35 is the longest continuous segment at about 109.7 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 35 and I 35W. You will hit about 16 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near MN 73 / West Lake Street.

Driving Effort 6/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 237.5 miles you will encounter 16 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (MN 73 / West Lake Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (MN 73): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 188.4 miles (I 35W): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 16 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

5
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | MN 73 / West Lake Street

Turn left onto MN 73 / West Lake Street

Navigation decision point

6
0.8 mi into trip | ~1m in | MN 73

Enter roundabout onto MN 73 toward US 169 South, MN 73 South

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward US 169 South, MN 73 South
7
188.4 mi into trip | ~3h 36m in | I 35W

Keep slight right at fork onto I 35W toward I 35W: Minneapolis

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes. Toward I 35W: Minneapolis
8
232.7 mi into trip | ~4h 29m in

Take the exit toward CR 5, CR 50

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 85 Toward CR 5, CR 50
6
237.5 mi into trip | ~4h 38m in | 207th Street West

Turn left onto 207th Street West

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 35 109.7 mi 1h 57m
I 35W 44.3 mi 53m
US 53 31.5 mi 36m
MN 33 19.7 mi 26m
State Highway 37 17.7 mi 22m
MN 73 7.1 mi 8m
Kenwood Trail /Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway 2.2 mi 3m
East 40th Street 1.7 mi 2m
Longest stretch: I 35 — 109.7 mi, about 1h 57m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Chisholm, MN and Lakeville, MN.

1

Start on 3rd Avenue Southwest

64 ft · 9 sec · 3rd Avenue Southwest
2

Turn left onto MN 73

0.2 mi · 26 sec · West Lake Street
3

Continue on MN 73

0.6 mi · 1 min · State Highway 73
Use the straight lane.
4

Enter roundabout onto MN 73

120 ft · 6 sec · MN 73
Toward US 169 South, MN 73 South
5

Continue on MN 73

7.1 mi · 8 min · MN 73
Toward US 169 South, MN 73 South Use the straight lane.
6

Enter roundabout onto MN 37

203 ft · 3 sec · East 40th Street
7

Continue on MN 37

1.7 mi · 2 min · East 40th Street
8

Continue on MN 37

14 mi · 17 min · State Highway 37
9

Enter roundabout onto MN 37

130 ft · 2 sec · State Highway 37
10

Continue on MN 37

3.9 mi · 4 min · State Highway 37
11

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 29 sec
Use the right lane.
12

Merge onto US 53

32 mi · 36 min · US 53
13

Take the exit onto MN 33

15 mi · 18 min · MN 33
Use the straight lane.
14

Continue on MN 33

3.9 mi · 7 min · MN 33
Use the straight lane.
15

Enter roundabout onto MN 33

77 ft · 1 sec · MN 33
Toward I 35 South
16

Continue on MN 33

0.5 mi · 40 sec · MN 33
Toward I 35 South
17

Merge onto I 35

110 mi · 1 hr 57 min · I 35
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18

Keep slight right at fork onto I 35W

44 mi · 53 min · I 35W
Toward I 35W: Minneapolis Use the straight / right lanes.
19

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 26 sec
Exit 85 Toward CR 5, CR 50 Use the slight right lane.
20

Turn left onto CR 5

1.3 mi · 2 min · Kenwood Trail
Use the left / straight lanes.
21

Enter roundabout onto CR 5

127 ft · 2 sec · Kenwood Trail /Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway
22

Continue on CR 5

2.2 mi · 3 min · Kenwood Trail /Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway
23

Continue on CR 5

0.1 mi · 16 sec · Kenwood Trai/Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway
24

Continue on CR 50

0.5 mi · 48 sec · 202nd Street West / Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
25

Enter roundabout onto Holyoke Avenue

12 ft · 0 sec · Holyoke Avenue
26

Continue on Holyoke Avenue

0.4 mi · 1 min · Holyoke Avenue
27

Turn left onto 207th Street West

22 ft · 0 sec · 207th Street West
Use the left lane.
28

Arrive at destination

207th Street West

Trip Plan

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 118.7 miles from Chisholm, MN, or about 2h 22m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 109.7 miles.

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 52 miles or 1h 4m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 118.7 miles or 2h 22m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 44m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lakeville, MN than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Chisholm, MN so your first major turns are already loaded.

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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Chisholm, MN

This is one driving day of about 237.5 miles and 4h 38m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 52 miles from Chisholm, MN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 35 for about 109.7 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 118.7 mi from Chisholm, MN · 2h 22m into the drive

Downtown Pine City, MN, MN

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Pine City, MN

119 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.

Popular next leg

Pine City, MN to Lakeville, MN

92.5 mi · 1h 50m

Pacing Suggestions

Eveleth, MN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 52 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Finlayson, MN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 118.7 miles from Chisholm, MN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 35 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 109.7 miles.

Arriving in Lakeville, MN

The final approach into Lakeville, MN usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.

Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Lakeville, MN.

After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Adagio's Pizza Factory

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

New Brighton, Minnesota

Near the end, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $20 to $30 mile 203.5

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+16512373486

Visit website

Don Goyo Restaurant Columbia Heights

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Columbia Heights, Minnesota

2.8 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Makwa Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Roseville, Minnesota

Near the end, short detour

3 mi from route ~8 min detour $1 to $10 mile 203.5

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+16513007946

Visit website

Adagio's Pizza Factory

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $20 to $30 mile 203.5

New Brighton, Minnesota

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+16512373486

Visit website

Don Goyo Restaurant Columbia Heights

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 203.5

Columbia Heights, Minnesota

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+17637880299

Visit website

Sovereign Grounds

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour $1 to $10 mile 220.5

Minneapolis, Minnesota

Hours: 6:30 am–6 pm

+16128256157

Visit website

Phoever ❤️ Vietnamese Cuisine & Coffee

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.4 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 203.5

Columbia Heights, Minnesota

Hours: 11 am–12 pm

+17632088754

Visit website

The Coffee Shop NE

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

4 mi from route ~10 min detour $10 to $20 mile 203.5

Minneapolis, Minnesota

Hours: 6:30 am–6 pm

+16122598478

Visit website

Green Mill Restaurant & Bar

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20 mile 237.5

Lakeville, Minnesota

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+19524358100

Visit website

Makwa Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3 mi from route ~8 min detour $1 to $10 mile 203.5

Roseville, Minnesota

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+16513007946

Visit website

Coffeesmith

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour $1 to $10 mile 186.6

Forest Lake, Minnesota

Hours: 6 am–7 pm

+16513009039

Visit website

Heights Coffee Bar

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour $1 to $10 mile 203.5

Columbia Heights, Minnesota

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+16123149027

Visit website

Crema Coffee + Cream

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour $1 to $10 mile 220.5

Minneapolis, Minnesota

Hours: 6:30 am–5 pm

+16128747477

Visit website

Northern Coffeeworks

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.8 mi from route ~12 min detour $1 to $10 mile 220.5

Minneapolis, Minnesota

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+16123534222

Visit website

PILLLAR Forum Cafe & Bar

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.8 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 203.5

Minneapolis, Minnesota

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+16128754140

Visit website

Duck Duck Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.8 mi from route ~12 min detour $1 to $10 mile 220.5

Minneapolis, Minnesota

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

Visit website

Minnesota Museum of Mining

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour

Chisholm, Minnesota

+12182545543

Visit website

Minnesota Discovery Center

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour

Chisholm, Minnesota

Hours: 10 am–8 pm

+12182547959

Visit website

Missing Pieces Escape Games

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 220.5

Edina, Minnesota

Hours: 12–7:30 pm

+19526588974

Visit website

Wild Things Indoor Playground

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 237.5

Lakeville, Minnesota

Hours: 8 am–8 pm

+19529608796

Visit website

Black Bear Golf Course

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 84.8

Cloquet, Minnesota

+12188782485

Visit website

Joyer Adventure Farm at Waldoch Farm

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~12 min detour

4.8 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 186.6

Lino Lakes, Minnesota

+16517801207

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$35.34 one way

$70.69 round trip

$3.78/gal 25.4 MPG avg 83 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.07 $38.08 $76.17
premium $4.53 $42.38 $84.75
diesel $5.61 $52.44 $104.87

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$35

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$60–$85

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 83.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $25 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 71.3 0 $24.94 $11.40
Efficient EV 59.4 0 $20.78 $9.50
EV Truck/SUV 95 1 $33.25 $15.20

Gas CO2

83 kg

EV CO2

28 kg (66% less)

Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Chisholm, MN

Afternoon in Chisholm on Friday

Local time

3:07 PM

CDT

Current temp

36°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Lakeville, MN

Afternoon in Lakeville on Friday

Local time

3:07 PM

CDT

Current temp

45°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

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

9 degrees warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

4h 38m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Chisholm, MN to Lakeville, MN covers 237.5 miles and takes about 4h 38m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 35, I 35W, US 53. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 118.7 miles from Chisholm, MN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $35.34 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 237.5 miles you will encounter 16 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

The main spots that need attention: near the start (MN 73 / West Lake Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (MN 73): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 188.4 miles (I 35W): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

The route from Chisholm, MN to Lakeville, MN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

How this page is built

Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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