Origin
Scandia, MN
Afternoon in Scandia on Wednesday
Local time
2:20 PM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Scandia, MN to Brooklyn Park, MN
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
47m
Distance
37.1 mi
60 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 44m
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6 AM
0h 48m
8 AM
0h 55m
10 AM
0h 50m
12 PM
0h 50m
3 PM
0h 51m
5 PM
0h 55m
8 PM
0h 45m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Scandia, MN
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Brooklyn Park, MN
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Trip Overview
Traveling between Scandia and Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, covers a 37.1-mile stretch that typically takes about 42 minutes to complete. Because of the quick transit time, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, requiring no overnight stays. You can expect to keep your transit costs low, with a fuel budget of approximately $5. The journey moves entirely within the Midwest region, transitioning between smaller local communities and more developed suburban areas. Since this trip is relatively short, it offers great flexibility for your schedule without the need for extensive planning.
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
18.6 miles from Scandia, MN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 24m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise, as this route features zero highway miles. You will navigate a series of local roads, starting with Olinda Trail North, followed by Scandia Trail North, and eventually connecting via Lake Drive Northeast. Because there are no long stretches of highway, the longest uninterrupted segment on Olinda Trail North is 0 miles. You should remain alert for frequent turns, as the road's personality is defined by consistent maneuvering through local corridors. This is a hands-on driving experience that requires your full attention on the road rather than settling into a highway rhythm.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 35W is the longest continuous segment at about 11.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 11.8 miles in.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 37.1 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 11.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 13.7 miles (I 35W): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 25 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
11.8 mi into trip
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~16m in
Take the ramp toward I 35 South
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
Toward I 35 South
7
13.7 mi into trip
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~19m in
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I 35W
Keep slight right at fork onto I 35W toward I 35W: Minneapolis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward I 35W: Minneapolis
7
25 mi into trip
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~31m in
Take the exit toward US 10 West
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 30
Toward US 10 West
6
29 mi into trip
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~35m in
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MN 610 / MN-610
Keep slight right at fork onto MN 610 / MN-610
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
7
34.3 mi into trip
|
~42m in
Take the exit toward CR 14: Zane Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 6
Toward CR 14: Zane Avenue
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 35W | 11.3 mi | 12m |
| Scandia Trail North | 11.3 mi | 15m |
| MN-610 | 5.3 mi | 6m |
| US 10 | 3.5 mi | 3m |
| Zane Avenue North | 2.4 mi | 4m |
| I 35 | 1.8 mi | 1m |
| Lake Drive Northeast | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Olinda Trail North | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 35W
— 11.3 mi, about 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Scandia, MN and Brooklyn Park, MN.
1
Start on this road
87 ft
·
8 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto CH 3
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
Olinda Trail North
3
Turn left onto MN 97
8.8 mi
·
12 min
·
Scandia Trail North
4
Enter roundabout onto MN 97
115 ft
·
2 sec
·
Scandia Trail North
5
Continue on MN 97
0.4 mi
·
33 sec
·
Scandia Trail North
6
Enter roundabout onto US 61
250 ft
·
4 sec
·
Scandia Trail North
7
Continue on US 61
0.3 mi
·
22 sec
·
Scandia Trail North
8
Keep slight right at fork onto US 61
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Scandia Trail North
9
Continue on CR 23
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
Lake Drive Northeast
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Toward I 35 South
Use the left / straight lanes.
11
Merge onto I 35
1.8 mi
·
1 min
·
I 35
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Keep slight right at fork onto I 35W
11 mi
·
12 min
·
I 35W
Toward I 35W: Minneapolis
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
Exit 30
Toward US 10 West
Use the slight right lane.
14
Merge onto US 10
3.5 mi
·
3 min
·
US 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight right at fork onto MN 610
5.3 mi
·
6 min
·
MN-610
Use the slight right lane.
16
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
Exit 6
Toward CR 14: Zane Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Turn left onto CR 14
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Zane Avenue North
Use the left / straight lanes.
18
Arrive at destination
CR 14
Trip Plan
Given the 42-minute duration, you have the advantage of choosing your departure time based on your personal preference rather than racing against the clock. Since there are zero formal stops planned, try to handle any necessary errands or fueling before you head out, keeping in mind the $5 fuel estimate. Because you will be navigating local roads, stay mindful of changing speed limits and intersection turns throughout the 37.1-mile trip. Use the lack of a set itinerary to your benefit, allowing you to easily adjust your timing if you encounter unexpected local traffic. Your best bet is to approach this as a straightforward commute that rewards steady, attentive driving.
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 18.6 miles from Scandia, MN, or about 24m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 11.3 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 37.1 miles or 47m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 18.6 miles or 24m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 38m
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 Scandia, 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 Scandia, MN
This is one driving day of about 37.1 miles and 47m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Scandia, 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 35W for about 11.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 18.6 mi from Scandia, MN · 24m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 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 37.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18.6 miles from Scandia, 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
$5.52 one way
$11.04 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $5.95 | $11.90 |
| premium | $4.53 | $6.62 | $13.24 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.19 | $16.38 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$31–$56
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 13 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.1 | 0 | $3.90 | $1.78 |
| Efficient EV | 9.3 | 0 | $3.25 | $1.48 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.8 | 0 | $5.19 | $2.37 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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 Wednesday
Local time
2:20 PM
CDT
Current temp
47°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
17 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
47m 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 Scandia, MN to Brooklyn Park, MN covers 37.1 miles and takes about 47m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 35W, Scandia Trail North, MN-610. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 18.6 miles from Scandia, MN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.52 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 13 significant decision points across 37.1 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 11.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 13.7 miles (I 35W): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 25 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Scandia, MN to Brooklyn Park, MN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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