Origin
Rushford, MN
Morning in Rushford on Saturday
Local time
9:33 AM
CDT
Current temp
69°F
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Trip from Rushford, MN to Brooklyn Park, MN
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 56m
Distance
147.1 mi
237 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$22
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 46m
★
6 AM
2h 57m
8 AM
3h 19m
10 AM
3h 5m
12 PM
3h 2m
3 PM
3h 6m
5 PM
3h 18m
8 PM
2h 50m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Rushford, MN
Tom Fisk
Brooklyn Park, MN
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Trip Overview
Rushford, MN to Brooklyn Park, MN is 147.1 miles and takes about 2h 56m via US 52 and I 90, with a fuel budget near $22 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Minnesota, connecting the Midwest's familiar landscapes. It's a straightforward, highway-focused trip, ideal for a quick journey between these two points. You'll spend most of your time on well-maintained roads, making it a practical choice for a single-day excursion. Plan for a smooth ride with minimal fuss.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
73.5 miles from Rushford, MN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 26m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 56m. Total distance: 147.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 56m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (91%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This drive is predominantly a highway-focused experience, with 91% of the journey utilizing major highways. You'll encounter long, uninterrupted stretches, including one significant segment of 85.1 miles on US 52. While the primary focus is on efficient travel via routes like US 52 and I 90, the transition between these main roads is seamless. Expect a consistent pace, allowing you to cover ground quickly without many distractions. The character of the drive is one of steady progress on well-traveled corridors.
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 85.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 52 and I 90. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 10 miles in.
Driving Effort
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 147.1 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 10 miles: Navigation decision point; at 116.7 miles (US 52): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 126.8 miles (US 10): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
10 mi into trip
|
~13m in
Take the ramp toward I 90 West: Austin
Navigation decision point
Toward I 90 West: Austin
7
116.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 16m in
|
US 52
Keep slight right at fork onto US 52 toward US 52 North: Saint Paul
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward US 52 North: Saint Paul
8
126.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 29m in
|
US 10
Take the exit onto US 10 toward I 35E North, US 10 West
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 242B
Toward I 35E North, US 10 West
9
132 mi into trip
|
~2h 36m in
|
US 10
Keep slight right at fork onto US 10 toward US 10 West, I 694 West, I 694 East
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 113-114
Toward US 10 West, I 694 West, I 694 East
7
145 mi into trip
|
~2h 52m 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 |
|---|---|---|
| US 52 | 85.1 mi | 1h 40m |
| I 90 | 30.9 mi | 33m |
| US 10 | 18.1 mi | 22m |
| South Mill Street | 9.9 mi | 13m |
| Brooklyn Boulevard | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| I 94 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| East Jessie Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Zane Avenue North | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
US 52
— 85.1 mi, about 1h 40m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rushford, MN and Brooklyn Park, MN.
1
Start on East Jessie Street
74 ft
·
7 sec
·
East Jessie Street
2
Turn right onto MN 43
9.9 mi
·
13 min
·
South Mill Street
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Toward I 90 West: Austin
4
Merge onto I 90
31 mi
·
33 min
·
I 90
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Exit 218
Toward US 52: Rochester
6
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
Toward US 52 North: Rochester
7
Merge onto US 52
9.7 mi
·
11 min
·
US 52
8
Continue on US 52; US 63
17 mi
·
19 min
·
US 52; US 63
9
Continue on US 52
9.1 mi
·
10 min
·
US 52
Use the straight lane.
10
Continue on US 52
40 mi
·
45 min
·
US 52
Use the straight lane.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto US 52
9.4 mi
·
12 min
·
US 52
Toward US 52 North: Saint Paul
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight right at fork onto US 52
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
US 52
13
Merge onto I 94; US 10
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
·
I 94; US 10
14
Take the exit onto US 10
5.1 mi
·
6 min
·
US 10
Exit 242B
Toward I 35E North, US 10 West
Use the slight right lane.
15
Keep slight right at fork onto US 10
0.3 mi
·
19 sec
·
US 10
Exit 113-114
Toward US 10 West, I 694 West, I 694 East
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Continue on US 10
13 mi
·
15 min
·
US 10
Exit 113
Toward I 694 West, US 10 West
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
Exit 33
Toward CR 152: Brooklyn Boulevard
Use the slight right lane.
18
Turn right onto CR 152
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Brooklyn Boulevard
Use the right lane.
19
Arrive at destination
CR 14
Trip Plan
With a drive time under three hours, this route offers excellent flexibility for a same-day trip. Consider departing in the morning to allow ample time for any unexpected delays or to simply enjoy the journey without feeling rushed. Since it's a relatively short drive, you'll only encounter one primary stop point, so plan your fuel and rest breaks accordingly. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the longest stretch of 85.1 miles on US 52, as services can sometimes be spaced out on major highways.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 73.5 miles from Rushford, MN, or about 1h 26m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 85.1 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 32 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 73.5 miles or 1h 26m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 21m
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 Rushford, 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 Rushford, MN
This is one driving day of about 147.1 miles and 2h 56m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 32 miles from Rushford, MN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on US 52 for about 85.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 73.5 mi from Rushford, MN · 1h 26m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
74 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 32 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 73.5 miles from Rushford, MN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 52 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 85.1 miles.
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
$21.89 one way
$43.78 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
52 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $23.59 | $47.18 |
| premium | $4.53 | $26.25 | $52.49 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $32.48 | $64.96 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$22
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 51.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 44.1 | 0 | $15.45 | $7.06 |
| Efficient EV | 36.8 | 0 | $12.87 | $5.88 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 58.8 | 0 | $20.59 | $9.41 |
Gas CO2
51 kg
EV CO2
17 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
Morning in Brooklyn Park on Saturday
Local time
9:33 AM
CDT
Current temp
30°F
Partly Cloudy
WNW 15 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
44°F
Vermillion, MN
74 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
39 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 56m 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 Rushford, MN to Brooklyn Park, MN covers 147.1 miles and takes about 2h 56m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 52, I 90, US 10. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 73.5 miles from Rushford, MN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $21.89 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 147.1 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 10 miles: Navigation decision point; at 116.7 miles (US 52): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 126.8 miles (US 10): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Rushford, 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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