Origin
Morgan Park, MN
Evening in Morgan Park on Thursday
Local time
5:30 PM
CDT
Current temp
35°F
Unavailable
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 44m
Distance
81.2 mi
131 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Morgan Park, MN
Tom Fisk
Hibbing, MN
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The drive from Morgan Park, MN to Hibbing, MN covers 81.2 miles and takes about 1h 44m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 53, State Highway 37, Midway Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 42.9 miles on US 53. At current regular gas prices, budget about $12.08 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
40.6 miles from Morgan Park, MN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 53m into the drive .
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 44m. Total distance: 81.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 44m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (75%). Straightforward navigation.
This is a 1h 44m highway drive covering 81.2 miles, with most of the trip on US 53 and State Highway 37. The longest continuous stretch is about 42.9 miles on US 53.
Gently rolling terrain
Total Climb
1,046 ft
Total Descent
214 ft
Highest Point
1,490 ft
~81.2 mi in
Elevation Range
832 ft
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 53 and State Highway 37. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near 88th Avenue West.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 44m drive. You will face about 14 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (88th Avenue West): Navigation decision point; at 59.4 miles: Navigation decision point; at 63.4 miles (MN 37 / State Highway 37): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn left onto 88th Avenue West
Navigation decision point
Turn left
Navigation decision point
Enter roundabout onto MN 37 / State Highway 37
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Enter roundabout onto US 169; MN 73 / East Beltline
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Turn left onto 4th Avenue East
Lane positioning matters here
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 53 | 42.9 mi | 49m |
| State Highway 37 | 17.7 mi | 22m |
| Midway Road | 10.6 mi | 15m |
| Becks Road | 3.8 mi | 5m |
| 40th Street | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| East Beltline | 1.4 mi | 1m |
| Idaho Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Commonwealth Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Morgan Park, MN and Hibbing, MN.
Start on Falcon Street
Turn left onto 88th Avenue West
Continue on Idaho Street
Turn left onto MN 23
Continue on MN 23
Turn right onto Becks Road
Continue on CH 13
Continue on CH 13
Enter roundabout onto CH 13
Continue on CH 13
Enter roundabout onto CH 13
Continue on CH 13
Turn left onto US 53
Take the exit
Turn left
Continue on Specialist Noah Pierce Bridge
Continue on MN 37
Enter roundabout onto MN 37
Continue on MN 37
Continue on MN 37
Enter roundabout onto US 169; MN 73
Continue on US 169; MN 73
Turn left onto CH 63
Turn right onto Brooklyn Drive
Turn left onto East Howard Street
Turn left onto 4th Avenue East
Arrive at destination
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.
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 18 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 40.6 miles or 53m 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 27m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hibbing, MN than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Morgan Park, MN so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Morgan Park, MN
This is one driving day of about 81.2 miles and 1h 44m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 40.6 mi from Morgan Park, MN · 53m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
41 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.
A short stop after about 18 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 40.6 miles from Morgan Park, MN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Hibbing, MN usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$12.08 one way
$24.17 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $13.02 | $26.04 |
| premium | $4.53 | $14.49 | $28.98 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $17.93 | $35.86 |
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: 28.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 24.4 | 0 | $8.53 | $3.90 |
| Efficient EV | 20.3 | 0 | $7.10 | $3.25 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 32.5 | 0 | $11.37 | $5.20 |
Gas CO2
28 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (64% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Morgan Park on Thursday
Local time
5:30 PM
CDT
Current temp
35°F
Unavailable
Destination
Evening in Hibbing on Thursday
Local time
5:30 PM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
37°F
Grand Lake, MN
41 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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
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