Origin
Chisholm, MN
Night in Chisholm on Tuesday
Local time
10:25 PM
CDT
Current temp
35°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Chisholm, MN to Morgan Park, MN
Data updated 3 hours ago
Drive Time
1h 50m
Distance
86.7 mi
140 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 43m
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6 AM
1h 51m
8 AM
2h 7m
10 AM
1h 56m
12 PM
1h 55m
3 PM
1h 57m
5 PM
2h 6m
8 PM
1h 46m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Chisholm, MN
Tom Fisk
Morgan Park, MN
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
The drive from Chisholm, MN to Morgan Park, MN covers 86.7 miles and takes about 1h 50m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 53, State Highway 37, Midway Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 43 miles on US 53. At current regular gas prices, budget about $12.90 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
43.4 miles from Chisholm, MN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 54m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 1h 50m highway drive covering 86.7 miles, with most of the trip on US 53 and State Highway 37. The longest continuous stretch is about 43 miles on US 53.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 53 is the longest continuous segment at about 43 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 53 and State Highway 37. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near MN 73 / West Lake Street.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 50m drive. You will face about 13 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
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 0.8 miles (MN 73): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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MN 73 / West Lake Street
Turn left onto MN 73 / West Lake Street
Navigation decision point
6
0.8 mi into trip
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~1m in
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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
5
0.8 mi into trip
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~1m in
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MN 73
Slight right onto MN 73 toward US 169 South, MN 73 South
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight lane.
Toward US 169 South, MN 73 South
5
27.3 mi into trip
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~35m in
Take the ramp
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
85 mi into trip
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~1h 46m in
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MN 23 / Commonwealth Avenue
At end of road, turn left onto MN 23 / Commonwealth Avenue
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 53 | 43 mi | 49m |
| State Highway 37 | 17.7 mi | 22m |
| Midway Road | 10.6 mi | 14m |
| MN 73 | 7.1 mi | 8m |
| Becks Road | 3.8 mi | 6m |
| East 40th Street | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Idaho Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| State Highway 73 | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
US 53
— 43 mi, about 49m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chisholm, MN and Morgan Park, 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
43 mi
·
49 min
·
US 53
13
Turn right onto CH 13
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Midway Road
14
Enter roundabout onto CH 13
115 ft
·
1 sec
·
Midway Road
15
Continue on CH 13
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Midway Road
16
Enter roundabout onto CR 13
134 ft
·
2 sec
·
Midway Road
17
Continue on CR 13
7.4 mi
·
10 min
·
Midway Road
18
Continue on CH 13
470 ft
·
9 sec
·
County Highway 13
19
Continue on CH 3
3.8 mi
·
6 min
·
Becks Road
20
At end of road, turn left onto MN 23
0.6 mi
·
59 sec
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Commonwealth Avenue
21
Turn straight onto MN 23
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
Grand Avenue
22
Turn right onto Idaho Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Idaho Street
23
Continue on 88th Avenue West
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
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88th Avenue West
24
Turn right onto Falcon Street
152 ft
·
6 sec
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Falcon Street
25
Arrive at destination
Falcon Street
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 43.4 miles from Chisholm, MN, or about 54m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 43 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 80 miles or 1h 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 43.4 miles or 54m 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 30m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Morgan Park, 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 86.7 miles and 1h 50m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Chisholm, MN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on US 53 for about 43 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 43.4 mi from Chisholm, MN · 54m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
43 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 43.4 miles from Chisholm, MN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Morgan Park, MN
The final approach into Morgan Park, 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 Morgan Park, MN.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.90 one way
$25.81 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
30 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $13.90 | $27.81 |
| premium | $4.53 | $15.47 | $30.94 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $19.14 | $38.28 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 30.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 26 | 0 | $9.10 | $4.16 |
| Efficient EV | 21.7 | 0 | $7.59 | $3.47 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 34.7 | 0 | $12.14 | $5.55 |
Gas CO2
30 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (67% 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
Morgan Park, MN
Night in Morgan Park on Tuesday
Local time
10:25 PM
CDT
Current temp
49°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
14 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
1h 50m 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 Chisholm, MN to Morgan Park, MN covers 86.7 miles and takes about 1h 50m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 53, State Highway 37, Midway Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 43.4 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 $12.90 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.
This is a straightforward 1h 50m drive. You will face about 13 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
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 0.8 miles (MN 73): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Chisholm, MN to Morgan Park, MN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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