Origin
Tracy, MN
Evening in Tracy on Tuesday
Local time
7:20 PM
CDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Tracy, MN to Brooklyn Park, MN
Data updated 3 hours ago
Drive Time
3h 27m
Distance
160.8 mi
259 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$24
one way
EV Charging
None
0 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 15m
★
6 AM
3h 27m
8 AM
3h 51m
10 AM
3h 36m
12 PM
3h 33m
3 PM
3h 37m
5 PM
3h 50m
8 PM
3h 20m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Tracy, MN
Tom Fisk
Brooklyn Park, MN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Tracy, MN to Brooklyn Park, MN covers 160.8 miles and takes about 3h 27m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US Highway 14, US 212, US 169 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 83.9 miles on US Highway 14. At current regular gas prices, budget about $23.93 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.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
80.4 miles from Tracy, MN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 46m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 3h 27m highway drive covering 160.8 miles, with most of the trip on US Highway 14 and US 212. The longest continuous stretch is about 83.9 miles on US Highway 14.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 34 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US Highway 14 is the longest continuous segment at about 83.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US Highway 14 and US 212. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 60.6 miles in near US14; MN 15 / 7th North Street.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 160.8 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 60.6 miles (US14; MN 15 / 7th North Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 143.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 144.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 19 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
60.6 mi into trip
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~1h 21m in
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US14; MN 15 / 7th North Street
Turn left onto US14; MN 15 / 7th North Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
8
143.5 mi into trip
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~3h 3m in
Take the exit toward US 169 South, US 169 North: Gleason Road
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 162
Toward US 169 South, US 169 North: Gleason Road
8
144.2 mi into trip
|
~3h 4m in
Take the exit toward US 169 North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 105B
Toward US 169 North
7
144.2 mi into trip
|
~3h 4m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 169 North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 105B
Toward US 169 North
7
158.4 mi into trip
|
~3h 22m in
Take the exit toward CR 130: Elm Creek Boulevard, Brooklyn 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.
Toward CR 130: Elm Creek Boulevard, Brooklyn Bo...
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US Highway 14 | 83.9 mi | 1h 46m |
| US 212 | 52.6 mi | 1h 3m |
| US 169 | 14 mi | 17m |
| Brooklyn Boulevard | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| Main Street West | 1.8 mi | 4m |
| West Rock Street | 1.4 mi | 1m |
| North Broadway | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Broadway Street | 0.6 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US Highway 14
— 83.9 mi, about 1h 46m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tracy, MN and Brooklyn Park, MN.
1
Start on 3rd Street
55 ft
·
4 sec
·
3rd Street
2
Turn right onto Morgan Street
440 ft
·
21 sec
·
Morgan Street
3
Turn right onto CR 11
0.4 mi
·
58 sec
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4th Street
4
At end of road, turn right onto US 14; CR 11
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Craig Avenue
5
Continue on US 14
17 mi
·
22 min
·
US Highway 14
6
Continue on US 14
0.6 mi
·
56 sec
·
Broadway Street
7
Continue on US 14
14 mi
·
17 min
·
US Highway 14
8
Continue on US 14
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
West Rock Street
9
Continue on US 14
12 mi
·
14 min
·
US Highway 14
Use the straight lane.
10
Continue on US 14
1.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Main Street West
Use the straight / left lanes.
11
Continue on US 14; MN 68
10.0 mi
·
13 min
·
US Highway 14
Use the straight lane.
12
Enter roundabout onto US 14; MN 68
121 ft
·
5 sec
·
US Highway 14
13
Continue on US 14; MN 68
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
US Highway 14
Use the straight lane.
14
Enter roundabout onto US 14; MN 68
144 ft
·
2 sec
·
Highway 14 West
15
Continue on US 14; MN 68
0.5 mi
·
45 sec
·
Highway 14 West
16
Continue on US 14; MN 68
336 ft
·
8 sec
·
Black and Yellow Trail
Use the straight lane.
17
Continue on US 14; MN 68
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
20th North Street
Use the straight lane.
18
Continue on US 14; MN 68
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
North Broadway
Use the straight / right lanes.
19
Turn left onto US14; MN 15
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
7th North Street
Use the left lane.
20
Continue on US 14; MN 15
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
US Highway 14
21
Enter roundabout onto US 14; MN 15
88 ft
·
3 sec
·
US Highway 14
22
Continue on US 14; MN 15
30 mi
·
37 min
·
US Highway 14
Use the straight / left lanes.
23
Turn right onto US 212
13 mi
·
15 min
·
US 212
24
Enter roundabout onto US 212
156 ft
·
2 sec
·
US 212
25
Continue on US 212
10 mi
·
11 min
·
US 212
26
Keep slight right at fork onto US 212
30 mi
·
35 min
·
US 212
Use the straight lane.
27
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Exit 162
Toward US 169 South, US 169 North: Gleason Road
Use the slight right lane.
28
Merge onto MN 62
0.3 mi
·
20 sec
·
Crosstown Highway
29
Take the exit
255 ft
·
6 sec
Exit 105B
Toward US 169 North
Use the right lane.
30
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Exit 105B
Toward US 169 North
31
Merge onto US 169
14 mi
·
17 min
·
US 169
Use the straight / right lanes.
32
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Toward CR 130: Elm Creek Boulevard, Brooklyn Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
33
Turn right onto CR 130
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Brooklyn Boulevard
Use the right lane.
34
Arrive at destination
CR 14
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 80.4 miles from Tracy, MN, or about 1h 46m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 83.9 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 80 miles or 1h 46m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 80.4 miles or 1h 46m 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 49m
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 Tracy, 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 Tracy, MN
This is one driving day of about 160.8 miles and 3h 27m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Tracy, 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 Highway 14 for about 83.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 80.4 mi from Tracy, MN · 1h 46m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
80 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 80.4 miles from Tracy, MN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US Highway 14 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 83.9 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
$23.93 one way
$47.86 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
56 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $25.78 | $51.57 |
| premium | $4.53 | $28.69 | $57.38 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $35.50 | $71.01 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$24
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 56.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 48.2 | 0 | $16.88 | $7.72 |
| Efficient EV | 40.2 | 0 | $14.07 | $6.43 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 64.3 | 0 | $22.51 | $10.29 |
Gas CO2
56 kg
EV CO2
19 kg (66% 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
Evening in Brooklyn Park on Tuesday
Local time
7:20 PM
CDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
38°F
Albertville, MN
80 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
31 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
3h 27m 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 Tracy, MN to Brooklyn Park, MN covers 160.8 miles and takes about 3h 27m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US Highway 14, US 212, US 169. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 80.4 miles from Tracy, MN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $23.93 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
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 19 significant decision points across 160.8 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 60.6 miles (US14; MN 15 / 7th North Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 143.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 144.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Tracy, MN to Brooklyn Park, MN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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