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Summer Road Trips in Minnesota

Routes

30

Avg Distance

257 mi

Avg Drive

5h 8m

Destinations

15

Summer in Minnesota means long days perfect for exploring its 30 distinct routes. With an average length of 260 miles and duration of over 5 hours, these drives offer ample opportunity to experience the state. Max elevations reach up to 1,505 feet, promising varied scenery.

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Frequently Asked Questions

We've identified 30 routes in Minnesota that work well for summer travel, based on drive quality, typical weather conditions, and distance (averaging 257 miles).
Drive times and distances come from actual road network data via OSRM. Fuel costs use current state-level gas prices. Drive scores factor in elevation profile, road variety, and terrain. All data is recalculated regularly.
Yes. Click any route to see its full trip page with turn-by-turn directions, fuel cost estimates, elevation profile, stop suggestions, weather conditions, and more.

Summer Routes

Editor's pick

Baudette, MN → Blaine, MN

312.8 mi 6h 30m Score: 9/10

This highway-focused drive scores a 9 out of 10, showcasing Minnesota's summer landscapes. It spans over 312 miles and includes access to parks, making it a substantial exploration.

Editor's pick

International Falls, MN → Plymouth, MN

302.2 mi 6h 2m Score: 10/10

Boasting a perfect 10 drive score, this mostly highway route covers 302 miles and features park access. Its mostly flat terrain provides a smooth ride through the summer season.

International Falls, MN → Maple Grove, MN

301.4 mi 5h 57m Score: 10/10

Thief River Falls, MN → Eden Prairie, MN

296.5 mi 5h 47m Score: 10/10

Brooklyn Park, MN → International Falls, MN

295 mi 5h 50m Score: 8/10

Thief River Falls, MN → Minneapolis, MN

294.4 mi 5h 45m Score: 10/10

Pipestone, MN → Woodbury, MN

294.1 mi 5h 3m Score: 8/10

Thief River Falls, MN → Maple Grove, MN

281.3 mi 5h 26m Score: 10/10

International Falls, MN → Saint Cloud, MN

265.4 mi 5h 30m Score: 9/10

Lakeville, MN → Bagley, MN

264.9 mi 5h 23m Score: 8/10

Babbitt, MN → Lakeville, MN

259.4 mi 5h 10m Score: 8/10

Red Lake, MN → Saint Paul, MN

259.1 mi 5h 30m Score: 9/10

Baudette, MN → Saint Cloud, MN

255.4 mi 5h 21m Score: 9/10

Grand Marais, MN → Saint Cloud, MN

254.3 mi 5h 10m Score: 8/10

Ely, MN → Plymouth, MN

251.7 mi 5h 4m Score: 8/10

Eden Prairie, MN → Rice Lake, MN

247.5 mi 5h 19m Score: 9/10

Mahnomen, MN → Saint Paul, MN

245.4 mi 4h 47m Score: 9/10

Solway, MN → Eagan, MN

245.2 mi 5h Score: 9/10

Maple Grove, MN → Babbitt, MN

240.8 mi 4h 44m Score: 8/10

Dawson, MN → Woodbury, MN

237 mi 5h 1m Score: 10/10

Mahnomen, MN → Minneapolis, MN

235.7 mi 4h 38m Score: 9/10

Cottonwood, MN → Woodbury, MN

234.6 mi 4h 54m Score: 8/10

Eden Prairie, MN → Dilworth, MN

233.6 mi 4h 19m Score: 8/10

Hibbing, MN → Lakeville, MN

232 mi 4h 32m Score: 8/10

Plymouth, MN → Bagley, MN

231.8 mi 4h 39m Score: 8/10

Mahnomen, MN → Blaine, MN

229.3 mi 4h 29m Score: 10/10

Lake Crystal, MN → Woodbury, MN

227.7 mi 4h 43m Score: 8/10

Mahnomen, MN → Plymouth, MN

226.7 mi 4h 25m Score: 9/10

Jordan, MN → Eden Prairie, MN

226.6 mi 4h 42m Score: 8/10

Babbitt, MN → Saint Cloud, MN

224.9 mi 4h 32m Score: 8/10

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