The drive from Marion, MN to Lakeville, MN covers 75 miles and takes about 1h 34m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 52, Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway, 220th Street West for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 59.9 miles on US 52.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $11.16 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.
Midpoint
37.5 miles from Marion, MN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 44m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 34m. Total distance: 75 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 34m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (80%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 34m highway drive covering 75 miles, with most of the trip on US 52 and Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway. The longest continuous stretch is about 59.9 miles on US 52.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 52 is the longest continuous segment at about 59.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 52 and Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near 65th Avenue Southeast.
Driving Effort5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 75 miles you will encounter 9 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 (65th Avenue Southeast): Navigation decision point; near the start (54th Street Southeast): Navigation decision point; at 60.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip|~0m in|65th Avenue Southeast
Turn left onto 65th Avenue Southeast
Navigation decision point
5
0 mi into trip|~0m in|54th Street Southeast
Turn right onto 54th Street Southeast
Navigation decision point
7
60.1 mi into trip|~1h 10m in
Take the exit toward MN 50: Farmington, Red Wing
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.
Toward MN 50: Farmington, Red Wing
6
69.7 mi into trip|~1h 26m in|CR 31 / County Road 31
Turn right onto CR 31 / County Road 31
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
74.7 mi into trip|~1h 33m in|Holyoke Avenue
Turn right onto Holyoke Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Marion, MN to Lakeville, MN, road signs begin pointing toward Red Wing along the way.
Red Wing
60.1 mi in|~1h 10m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 52
59.9 mi
1h 9m
Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway
8.8 mi
13m
220th Street West
1.9 mi
2m
Ash Street
1.6 mi
3m
210th Street West
0.8 mi
1m
County Road 31
0.6 mi
<1m
Lakeville Boulevard
0.5 mi
<1m
Holyoke Avenue
0.3 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
US 52
— 59.9 mi, about 1h 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Marion, MN and Lakeville, MN.
1
Start on this road
68 ft·10 sec·this road
2
Turn left onto 65th Avenue Southeast
58 ft·4 sec·65th Avenue Southeast
3
Turn right onto 54th Street Southeast
0.1 mi·29 sec·54th Street Southeast
4
Turn right onto US 52
11 mi·12 min·US 52
Use the straight lane.
5
Continue on US 52; US 63
17 mi·19 min·US 52; US 63
6
Continue on US 52
9.1 mi·10 min·US 52
Use the straight lane.
7
Continue on US 52
24 mi·27 min·US 52
Use the straight lane.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi·39 sec
Toward MN 50: Farmington, Red WingUse the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Turn left onto MN 50
5.8 mi·8 min·Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
10
Continue on MN 50
1.9 mi·2 min·220th Street West
11
Continue on MN 50
1.6 mi·3 min·Ash Street
12
Turn right onto CR 31
0.6 mi·53 sec·County Road 31
Use the right lane.
13
Continue on CR 31
0.2 mi·16 sec·Denmark Avenue
14
Turn left onto CR 50
3.0 mi·4 min·Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
15
Continue on Lakeville Boulevard
0.5 mi·46 sec·Lakeville Boulevard
16
Continue on 210th Street West
0.8 mi·1 min·210th Street West
17
Turn right onto Holyoke Avenue
0.3 mi·49 sec·Holyoke Avenue
Use the right lane.
18
Turn right onto 207th Street West
22 ft·0 sec·207th Street West
19
Arrive at destination
207th Street West
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 37.5 miles from Marion, MN, or about 44m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 59.9 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 17 miles or 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 37.5 miles or 44m 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 16m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lakeville, MN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Marion, MN so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Marion, MN
This is one driving day of about 75 miles and 1h 34m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Marion, MN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 52 for about 59.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 37.5 mi from Marion, MN
· 44m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.16 one way
$22.32 round trip
$3.78/gal25.4 MPG avg26 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.07
$12.03
$24.05
premium
$4.53
$13.38
$26.76
diesel
$5.61
$16.56
$33.12
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging
· 0 stops
· 65% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
22.5
0
$7.87
$3.60
Efficient EV
18.8
0
$6.56
$3.00
EV Truck/SUV
30
0
$10.50
$4.80
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (65% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 17, 2026
Origin
Marion, MN
Evening
in Marion on Friday
Local time
6:42 PM
CDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Lakeville, MN
Evening
in Lakeville on Friday
Local time
6:42 PM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
SW 15 to 20 mph82% chanceLive forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 17 at 8:21AM CDT until April 22 at 1:00PM CDT by NWS Grand Forks ND
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 17 at 8:17AM CDT by NWS Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN
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
1 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 34m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Marion, MN to Lakeville, MN covers 75 miles and takes about 1h 34m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 52, Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway, 220th Street West. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 37.5 miles from Marion, MN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.16 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 75 miles you will encounter 9 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 (65th Avenue Southeast): Navigation decision point; near the start (54th Street Southeast): Navigation decision point; at 60.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Marion, MN to Lakeville, MN, road signs begin pointing toward Red Wing along the way.
