Origin
Little Falls, MN
Afternoon in Little Falls on Sunday
Local time
3:30 PM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Little Falls, MN to Brooklyn Park, MN
Drive Time
1h 45m
Distance
84.9 mi
137 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 38m
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6 AM
1h 46m
8 AM
2h 1m
10 AM
1h 51m
12 PM
1h 50m
3 PM
1h 52m
5 PM
2h 1m
8 PM
1h 41m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Little Falls, MN
Tom Fisk
Brooklyn Park, MN
Sasha Zilov
Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Little Falls to Brooklyn Park, you are looking at a straightforward 84.9-mile journey through Central Minnesota. Expect to spend about 1 hour and 45 minutes on the road, making this an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stay. Your route primarily utilizes US 10, I-94, and County Road 81 to connect these two Midwest locations. With fuel costs estimated at around $12, it is an economical drive for a weekend outing or a quick commute. Because the entire trip stays within the state of Minnesota, you won't have to worry about crossing regional borders or adjusting for time zones.
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
42.5 miles from Little Falls, MN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 51m into the drive .
Drive Character
This 84.9-mile route is heavily highway-focused, with 82 percent of your time spent on major thoroughfares. You will experience a significant 50.3-mile uninterrupted stretch while cruising along US 10, which sets the pace for the first half of your travel. As you transition from the more rural stretches of the highway onto I-94 and eventually County Road 81, the road character shifts from open driving to the more structured flow of the metro-area approach. It is a functional, efficient drive that prioritizes speed and directness over technical or winding backroads. Expect a consistent experience behind the wheel that favors steady cruising over frequent speed changes.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 10 is the longest continuous segment at about 50.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 10 and I 94. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.8 miles in near US 10.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 10 significant decision points across 84.9 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.8 miles (US 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 59.5 miles (I 94): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 76.4 miles (MN 610): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
2.8 mi into trip
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~5m in
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US 10
Merge onto US 10
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / right lanes.
5
59.5 mi into trip
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~1h 14m in
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I 94
Merge onto I 94
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
7
76.4 mi into trip
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~1h 32m in
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MN 610
Take the exit onto MN 610 toward MN 610 East
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 212
Toward MN 610 East
8
79 mi into trip
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~1h 35m in
Take the exit toward CR 81 South, CR 130: Elm Creek Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 2A-B
Toward CR 81 South, CR 130: Elm Creek Boulevard
6
81.7 mi into trip
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~1h 40m in
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CR 81 / County Road 81
Keep slight right at fork onto CR 81 / County Road 81
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Little Falls, MN to Brooklyn Park, MN, road signs begin pointing toward Cr 81 South along the way.
Cr 81 South
79 mi in
|
~1h 35m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 10 | 50.3 mi | 58m |
| I 94 | 16.9 mi | 18m |
| County Road 81 | 3 mi | 4m |
| MN 610 | 2.6 mi | 2m |
| 165th Avenue Southeast | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Broadway Street East | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| 1st Street Southeast | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Brooklyn Boulevard | 1.4 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
US 10
— 50.3 mi, about 58m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Little Falls, MN and Brooklyn Park, MN.
1
Start on 1st Street Southeast
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
1st Street Southeast
2
Continue on CR 76
1.1 mi
·
1 min
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Haven Road
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
4
Merge onto US 10
24 mi
·
27 min
·
US 10
Use the none / right lanes.
5
Keep slight left at fork onto US 10
26 mi
·
30 min
·
US 10
6
Turn right onto 165th Avenue Southeast
1.8 mi
·
2 min
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165th Avenue Southeast
7
Continue on Park Boulevard Southeast
1.4 mi
·
1 min
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Park Boulevard Southeast
8
Continue on County Road 11
0.7 mi
·
57 sec
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County Road 11
9
Turn right onto MN 25
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
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State Highway 25
10
Continue on MN 25
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
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Pine Street
11
Turn left onto CR 75
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Broadway Street East
12
Turn right onto CR 18
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
Fenning Avenue
13
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
14
Merge onto I 94
17 mi
·
18 min
·
I 94
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit onto MN 610
2.6 mi
·
2 min
·
MN 610
Exit 212
Toward MN 610 East
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Exit 2A-B
Toward CR 81 South, CR 130: Elm Creek Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Continue on CR 81
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
County Road 81
Use the left / none lanes.
18
Keep slight right at fork onto CR 81
0.6 mi
·
59 sec
·
County Road 81
Use the none lane.
19
Continue on CR 81
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Bottineau Boulevard
Use the none lane.
20
Turn left onto CR 130
1.4 mi
·
2 min
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Brooklyn Boulevard
Use the none lane.
21
Arrive at destination
CR 14
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though avoiding peak traffic hours near Brooklyn Park is always a smart move. Because the entire route covers less than two hours, you likely won't need to plan formal stops unless you prefer to break up the 84.9-mile distance. Budgeting $12 for fuel should be sufficient for a standard vehicle, but keep an eye on your gauge before leaving Little Falls to ensure you have enough for the full trip. A helpful tip for this specific drive is to keep your navigation active as you transition from US 10 onto the interstate, as the highway junctions can be busy during active travel periods.
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 42.5 miles from Little Falls, MN, or about 51m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 50.3 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 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 42.5 miles or 51m 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 28m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Brooklyn Park, MN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Little Falls, 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 Little Falls, MN
This is one driving day of about 84.9 miles and 1h 45m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Little Falls, 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 10 for about 50.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 42.5 mi from Little Falls, MN · 51m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
42 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 42.5 miles from Little Falls, MN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Brooklyn Park, MN
The final approach into Brooklyn 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 Brooklyn 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
$12.14 one way
$24.29 round trip
$3.63/gal
25.4 MPG avg
30 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $3.92 | $13.11 | $26.21 |
| premium | $4.39 | $14.68 | $29.36 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $18.86 | $37.72 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 29.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 25.5 | 0 | $8.91 | $4.08 |
| Efficient EV | 21.2 | 0 | $7.43 | $3.40 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 34 | 0 | $11.89 | $5.43 |
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
Brooklyn Park, MN
Afternoon in Brooklyn Park on Sunday
Local time
3:30 PM
CDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
38°F
Albertville, MN
42 mi in
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
28 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
1h 45m 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 Little Falls, MN to Brooklyn Park, MN covers 84.9 miles and takes about 1h 45m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 10, I 94, County Road 81. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 42.5 miles from Little Falls, MN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.14 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 demanding drive. With 10 significant decision points across 84.9 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.8 miles (US 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 59.5 miles (I 94): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 76.4 miles (MN 610): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Little Falls, MN to Brooklyn Park, MN, road signs begin pointing toward Cr 81 South along the way.
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