New Brighton, MN Road Trips
Sitting in the Midwest, New Brighton, MN is a local road trip base with 6 trip routes mapped and ready to explore. Most drives stay under 38 miles, making this area well-suited for day trips and weekend getaways. Routes from New Brighton, MN spread mainly south and west, covering a wide geographic range.
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Trip Routes
6
Longest Drive
129.8 mi
Woodbury, MN
Quickest Drive
19m
Saint Paul, MN
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Driving from New Brighton, MN
Expect an average of 38 miles and about 50m behind the wheel when leaving New Brighton, MN. The majority of routes are short drives — quick enough to finish before lunch and be back for dinner. The longest mapped route runs 130 miles (2h 41m), while the shortest is just 15 miles.
Popular Destinations
Drivers leaving New Brighton, MN most often head toward Woodbury, MN (129.8 mi, 2h 41m), Eagan, MN (26.2 mi, 36m), Minnetonka, MN (22.7 mi, 30m), Bloomington, MN (18.8 mi, 29m), and Plymouth, MN (15.2 mi, 23m). 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 38-mile trip from New Brighton, MN, budget about $5 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 6 mapped routes leaving New Brighton, MN and 0 routes heading into New Brighton, MN, covering 6 total connections. Distances range from 15 to 130 miles.
The longest mapped route from New Brighton, MN covers 130 miles and takes approximately 2h 41m. Shorter options start at just 15 miles.
The average route from New Brighton, MN runs about 38 miles with a drive time of roughly 50m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $3.57/gallon for regular), the average 38-mile trip from New Brighton, MN costs roughly $5 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from New Brighton, MN include Woodbury, MN, Eagan, MN, Minnetonka, MN and Bloomington, MN. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
New Brighton, MN by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
22,900
Median Income
$87,272
Median Home Value
$345,900
Median Age
37.1
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
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