Origin
Lakeland, MN
Afternoon in Lakeland on Friday
Local time
4:15 PM
CDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lakeland, MN to Brooklyn Park, MN
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
48m
Distance
36.4 mi
59 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 44m
★
6 AM
0h 48m
8 AM
0h 56m
10 AM
0h 51m
12 PM
0h 50m
3 PM
0h 51m
5 PM
0h 56m
8 PM
0h 46m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lakeland, MN
Tom Fisk
Brooklyn Park, MN
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
The drive from Lakeland, MN to Brooklyn Park, MN covers 36.4 miles and takes about 48m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 694, Brooklyn Boulevard, Saint Croix Trail North for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 24.1 miles on I 694. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.42 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 48m. Total distance: 36.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
48m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (66%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 48m highway drive covering 36.4 miles, with most of the trip on I 694 and Brooklyn Boulevard. The longest continuous stretch is about 24.1 miles on I 694.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 694 is the longest continuous segment at about 24.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 694 and Brooklyn Boulevard. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near CH 18 / Saint Croix Trail North.
Driving Effort
8/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 10 decision points packed into just 36.4 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 48m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (CH 18 / Saint Croix Trail North): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 0.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 9.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
0.3 mi into trip
|
~1m in
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CH 18 / Saint Croix Trail North
Enter roundabout onto CH 18 / Saint Croix Trail North
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
8
0.8 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Turn left toward I 94 West, US 12 West, MN 95 South: Saint Paul
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward I 94 West, US 12 West, MN 95 South: Sain...
8
9.6 mi into trip
|
~11m in
Take the exit toward I 694 North, I 494 South
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 249
Toward I 694 North, I 494 South
7
9.9 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 694 North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 694 North
7
34.3 mi into trip
|
~43m in
Take the exit toward CR 152: Brooklyn Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 33
Toward CR 152: Brooklyn Boulevard
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 694 | 24.1 mi | 29m |
| Brooklyn Boulevard | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| Saint Croix Trail North | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| 5th Street North | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| Quinnell Avenue North | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Zane Avenue North | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
I 694
— 24.1 mi, about 29m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lakeland, MN and Brooklyn Park, MN.
1
Start on Quinnell Avenue North
35 ft
·
6 sec
·
Quinnell Avenue North
2
Turn left onto 5th Street North
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
5th Street North
3
Enter roundabout onto CH 18
1 ft
·
0 sec
·
Saint Croix Trail North
4
Continue on CH 18
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Saint Croix Trail North
Use the straight lane.
5
Turn left
8.8 mi
·
9 min
Toward I 94 West, US 12 West, MN 95 South: Saint Paul
Use the left lane.
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 249
Toward I 694 North, I 494 South
Use the slight right lane.
7
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
Toward I 694 North
Use the slight right lane.
8
Merge onto I 694
12 mi
·
14 min
·
I 694
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork onto I 694
13 mi
·
15 min
·
I 694
Use the slight right lane.
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
Exit 33
Toward CR 152: Brooklyn Boulevard
Use the slight right lane.
11
Turn right onto CR 152
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Brooklyn Boulevard
Use the right lane.
12
Arrive at destination
CR 14
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 18.2 mi from Lakeland, MN · 23m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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 36 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18.2 miles from Lakeland, MN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Brooklyn Park, MN
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Brooklyn Park, MN if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.42 one way
$10.83 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $5.84 | $11.67 |
| premium | $4.53 | $6.49 | $12.99 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.04 | $16.07 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.9 | 0 | $3.82 | $1.75 |
| Efficient EV | 9.1 | 0 | $3.18 | $1.46 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.6 | 0 | $5.10 | $2.33 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
Brooklyn Park, MN
Afternoon in Brooklyn Park on Friday
Local time
4:15 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
3 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
48m 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 Lakeland, MN to Brooklyn Park, MN covers 36.4 miles and takes about 48m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 694, Brooklyn Boulevard, Saint Croix Trail North. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 18.2 miles from Lakeland, MN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.42 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 short but busy drive. With 10 decision points packed into just 36.4 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 48m.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (CH 18 / Saint Croix Trail North): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 0.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 9.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Lakeland, MN to Brooklyn Park, 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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