Origin
Freeman, MN
Evening in Freeman on Friday
Local time
7:18 PM
CDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Freeman, MN to Crookston, MN
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
15m
Distance
10.2 mi
16 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 14m
★
6 AM
0h 15m
8 AM
0h 18m
10 AM
0h 16m
12 PM
0h 16m
3 PM
0h 16m
5 PM
0h 18m
8 PM
0h 14m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Freeman, MN
Yaroslav Shuraev
Crookston, MN
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
Freeman to Crookston is 10.2 miles and takes about 15m via US-2, with a fuel budget near $2 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short drive stays within Minnesota, connecting two points in the Midwest. The route is primarily highway-focused, making it a straightforward trip. Given its brief duration, this journey is ideal for a quick, no-fuss transfer between locations, perfect for when you need to get from point A to point B without a lot of fuss.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 15m. Total distance: 10.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
15m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (82%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This route is heavily highway-focused, with 82% of the drive on main roads like US-2. You'll experience an 8.4-mile stretch entirely on US-2, offering a consistent driving experience for a significant portion of the trip. The drive transitions from 330th Avenue Southwest to US-2, and finally onto North Main Street as you approach your destination. Expect a smooth and direct journey with minimal distractions, allowing you to maintain a steady pace.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 6 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US-2 is the longest continuous segment at about 8.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US-2 and 330th Avenue Southwest. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 1.1 miles in near US 2 / US-2.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Freeman, MN to Crookston, MN is easy. At 15m with 82% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.1 miles (US 2 / US-2): Navigation decision point; at 10.2 miles (US 2 / West Robert Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
2 of 2 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
1.1 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
US 2 / US-2
Turn left onto US 2 / US-2
Navigation decision point
4
10.2 mi into trip
|
~15m in
|
US 2 / West Robert Street
Turn left onto US 2 / West Robert Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US-2 | 8.4 mi | 9m |
| 330th Avenue Southwest | 1.1 mi | 4m |
| North Main Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| West 6th Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| West Robert Street | <0.1 mi | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
US-2
— 8.4 mi, about 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Freeman, MN and Crookston, MN.
1
Start on 330th Avenue Southwest
1.1 mi
·
4 min
·
330th Avenue Southwest
2
Turn left onto US 2
8.4 mi
·
9 min
·
US-2
3
Continue on US 2
0.3 mi
·
22 sec
·
West 6th Street
4
Continue on US 2
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
North Main Street
5
Turn left onto US 2
47 ft
·
0 sec
·
West Robert Street
6
Arrive at destination
US 2
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.52 one way
$3.04 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $1.64 | $3.27 |
| premium | $4.53 | $1.82 | $3.64 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.25 | $4.50 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.1 | 0 | $1.07 | $0.49 |
| Efficient EV | 2.6 | 0 | $0.89 | $0.41 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.1 | 0 | $1.43 | $0.65 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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
Crookston, MN
Evening in Crookston on Friday
Local time
7:18 PM
CDT
Current temp
47°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
7 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
15m 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 Freeman, MN to Crookston, MN covers 10.2 miles and takes about 15m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US-2, 330th Avenue Southwest, North Main Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 5.1 miles from Freeman, MN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.52 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 Freeman, MN to Crookston, MN is easy. At 15m with 82% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.1 miles (US 2 / US-2): Navigation decision point; at 10.2 miles (US 2 / West Robert Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Freeman, MN to Crookston, 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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