Cross Lake, MN Road Trips
With 5 routes heading out and 2 heading in, Cross Lake, MN works well as a modest departure point in the Midwest. Most drives stay under 137 miles, making this area well-suited for day trips and weekend getaways. Most routes from Cross Lake, MN head south, giving the route network a clear directional lean.
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Trip Routes
7
Longest Drive
167.7 mi
Lakeville, MN
Quickest Drive
1h 52m
Saint Cloud, MN
Plan Around Cross Lake, MN
Popular Incoming Routes
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Continue From Cross Lake, MN
Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.
Trips from Cross Lake, MN
Driving from Cross Lake, MN
Expect an average of 137 miles and about 2h 54m behind the wheel when leaving Cross Lake, MN. The majority of routes are short drives — quick enough to finish before lunch and be back for dinner. The longest mapped route runs 168 miles (3h 32m), while the shortest is just 86 miles.
Popular Destinations
The most popular drives from Cross Lake, MN include Lakeville, MN (167.7 mi, 3h 32m), Bloomington, MN (153.1 mi, 3h 13m), Minneapolis, MN (144.4 mi, 3h 4m), Brooklyn Park, MN (133.2 mi, 2h 50m), and Saint Cloud, MN (86 mi, 1h 52m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
Regular gas in MN currently averages around $3.57 per gallon. For the typical 137-mile trip from Cross Lake, MN, budget about $19 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
The majority of destinations are to the south. Morning starts help you avoid the midday heat on longer drives. With an average drive under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility — leave whenever it suits you.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 5 mapped routes leaving Cross Lake, MN and 2 routes heading into Cross Lake, MN, covering 7 total connections. Distances range from 86 to 168 miles.
The longest mapped route from Cross Lake, MN covers 168 miles and takes approximately 3h 32m. Shorter options start at just 86 miles.
The average route from Cross Lake, MN runs about 137 miles with a drive time of roughly 2h 54m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $3.57/gallon for regular), the average 137-mile trip from Cross Lake, MN costs roughly $19 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Cross Lake, MN include Lakeville, MN, Bloomington, MN, Minneapolis, MN and Brooklyn Park, MN. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
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