Origin
Lakeville, MN
Afternoon in Lakeville on Sunday
Local time
3:16 PM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lakeville, MN to Blue Earth, MN
Drive Time
2h 8m
Distance
112.7 mi
181 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 59m
★
6 AM
2h 8m
8 AM
2h 26m
10 AM
2h 15m
12 PM
2h 13m
3 PM
2h 15m
5 PM
2h 25m
8 PM
2h 3m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lakeville, MN
Tom Fisk
Blue Earth, MN
Nothing Ahead
Trip Overview
Spanning 112.7 miles across southern Minnesota, this trek from Lakeville to Blue Earth is a straightforward journey that typically takes about 2 hours and 8 minutes. Because the distance is relatively short, you can easily complete this trip in a single day without needing an overnight stay. You should budget roughly $16 for fuel, making this an economical excursion within the Midwest. Navigating primarily via I-35 and I-90, the route offers a reliable path between these two points. Whether you are heading out for business or a quick regional getaway, the efficiency of this highway-focused drive keeps your travel time predictable.
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
56.4 miles from Lakeville, MN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 4m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a focused, high-speed experience, as 91% of this journey is spent on major highways. You will spend the vast majority of your time cruising on interstates, including a long, uninterrupted 63-mile stretch on I-35 that defines the character of the trip. While Dodd Boulevard provides a brief transition, the route quickly settles into a consistent, highway-centric rhythm. The drive feels functional and direct, prioritizing speed and steady travel over technical maneuvering. You should be prepared for a consistent pace that allows you to cover the distance efficiently without frequent interruptions.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 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 63 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 35 and I 90. You will hit about 15 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Holyoke Avenue.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 112.7 miles you will encounter 15 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 (Holyoke Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.8 miles (CR 70 / 215th Street West): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.4 miles (CR 9 / Dodd Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Holyoke Avenue
Turn left onto Holyoke Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
6
0.8 mi into trip
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~2m in
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CR 70 / 215th Street West
Turn right onto CR 70 / 215th Street West
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
5
1.4 mi into trip
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~3m in
|
CR 9 / Dodd Boulevard
Turn left onto CR 9 / Dodd Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
6.5 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
CR 2 / Deuce Road
Enter roundabout onto CR 2 / Deuce Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
70.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 19m in
Take the exit toward I 90 West: Sioux Falls
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward I 90 West: Sioux Falls
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 35 | 63 mi | 1h 7m |
| I 90 | 39.2 mi | 42m |
| Dodd Boulevard | 5 mi | 6m |
| North Main Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| Deuce Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Holyoke Avenue | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| US Highway 169 | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| 215th Street West | 0.6 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 35
— 63 mi, about 1h 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lakeville, MN and Blue Earth, MN.
1
Start on 207th Street West
22 ft
·
8 sec
·
207th Street West
2
Turn left onto Holyoke Avenue
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Holyoke Avenue
Use the none lane.
3
Turn right onto CR 70
0.6 mi
·
53 sec
·
215th Street West
Use the none lane.
4
Turn left onto CR 9
5.0 mi
·
6 min
·
Dodd Boulevard
Use the left lane.
5
Turn straight onto CR 2
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
263rd Street East
6
Enter roundabout onto CR 2
113 ft
·
6 sec
·
Deuce Road
7
Continue on CR 2
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Deuce Road
8
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Toward I 35 South: Albert Lea
9
Merge onto I 35
63 mi
·
1 hr 7 min
·
I 35
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 90 West: Sioux Falls
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Merge onto I 90
39 mi
·
42 min
·
I 90
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Toward US 169: Blue Earth
13
Turn left onto US 169
0.6 mi
·
46 sec
·
US Highway 169
14
Enter roundabout onto Fairgrounds Road
25 ft
·
1 sec
·
Fairgrounds Road
15
Continue on Fairgrounds Road
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
·
Fairgrounds Road
16
At end of road, turn left onto CR 6
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
North Main Street
17
Turn left onto East 7th Street
150 ft
·
8 sec
·
East 7th Street
18
Turn right
53 ft
·
6 sec
19
Turn right
58 ft
·
4 sec
20
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick 2-hour drive, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around your personal schedule. Consider hitting the road during off-peak morning or afternoon hours to ensure you maintain a smooth pace throughout the 112.7-mile trek. Because there are no designated stops required by the route profile, you can easily drive the duration in one go; however, keep an eye on your fuel gauge before merging onto the longer interstate segments. A helpful tip is to confirm your refueling strategy before leaving Lakeville, as the long stretch on I-35 is where you will spend the bulk of your time behind the wheel.
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 56.4 miles from Lakeville, MN, or about 1h 4m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 63 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 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 56.4 miles or 1h 4m 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 43m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Blue Earth, MN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Lakeville, 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 Lakeville, MN
This is one driving day of about 112.7 miles and 2h 8m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Lakeville, 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 I 35 for about 63 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 56.4 mi from Lakeville, MN · 1h 4m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
56 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 56.4 miles from Lakeville, MN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 35 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 63 miles.
Arriving in Blue Earth, MN
The final approach into Blue Earth, 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 Blue Earth, 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
$16.12 one way
$32.24 round trip
$3.63/gal
25.4 MPG avg
39 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $3.92 | $17.40 | $34.80 |
| premium | $4.39 | $19.49 | $38.97 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $25.04 | $50.08 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 39.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 33.8 | 0 | $11.83 | $5.41 |
| Efficient EV | 28.2 | 0 | $9.86 | $4.51 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 45.1 | 0 | $15.78 | $7.21 |
Gas CO2
39 kg
EV CO2
13 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
Blue Earth, MN
Afternoon in Blue Earth on Sunday
Local time
3:16 PM
CDT
Current temp
39°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
32 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
2h 8m 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 Lakeville, MN to Blue Earth, MN covers 112.7 miles and takes about 2h 8m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 35, I 90, Dodd Boulevard. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 56.4 miles from Lakeville, MN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $16.12 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 112.7 miles you will encounter 15 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 (Holyoke Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.8 miles (CR 70 / 215th Street West): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.4 miles (CR 9 / Dodd Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Lakeville, MN to Blue Earth, MN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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