Origin
Branch, MN
Afternoon in Branch on Sunday
Local time
12:27 PM
CDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Branch, MN to Brooklyn Park, MN
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
57m
Distance
44.2 mi
71 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 53m
★
6 AM
0h 58m
8 AM
1h 7m
10 AM
1h 1m
12 PM
1h 0m
3 PM
1h 2m
5 PM
1h 7m
8 PM
0h 55m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Branch, MN
Tom Fisk
Brooklyn Park, MN
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Trip Overview
This 44.2-mile drive from Branch to Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, is easily manageable in about 57 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. You'll primarily navigate on I-35 and I-35W, with a portion on MN-610, offering a straightforward journey. With 82% of the drive on highways, expect a consistent pace. The estimated fuel cost is around $7, which is quite economical for a trip of this length. Since there are no recommended stops and the drive is short, you have the flexibility to depart whenever suits you best. This route stays within the Midwest region, connecting two points within Minnesota.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 35 | 15.9 mi | 17m |
| I 35W | 11.3 mi | 12m |
| MN-610 | 5.3 mi | 6m |
| US 10 | 3.5 mi | 3m |
| Forest Boulevard | 2.6 mi | 6m |
| Zane Avenue North | 2.4 mi | 4m |
| 372nd Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| Athens Trail | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 35
— 15.9 mi, about 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Branch, MN and Brooklyn Park, MN.
1
Start on this road
354 ft
·
30 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto Hemingway Avenue
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
Hemingway Avenue
3
Turn left onto 372nd Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
372nd Street
4
Turn left onto CR 30
2.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Forest Boulevard
5
Turn right onto CR 17
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Athens Trail
Use the straight lane.
6
Turn left
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
Toward I 35 South: Saint Paul, Minneapolis
Use the left lane.
7
Merge onto I 35
16 mi
·
17 min
·
I 35
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork onto I 35W
11 mi
·
12 min
·
I 35W
Toward I 35W: Minneapolis
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
Exit 30
Toward US 10 West
Use the slight right lane.
10
Merge onto US 10
3.5 mi
·
3 min
·
US 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto MN 610
5.3 mi
·
6 min
·
MN-610
Use the slight right lane.
12
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
Exit 6
Toward CR 14: Zane Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Turn left onto CR 14
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Zane Avenue North
Use the left / straight lanes.
14
Arrive at destination
CR 14
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
22 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 22.1 miles from Branch, MN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 125 decision points cluster between mile 3.9 and 41.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
3.9 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
CR 17 / Athens Trail
Turn right onto CR 17 / Athens Trail
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
8
4.5 mi into trip
|
~11m in
Turn left toward I 35 South: Saint Paul, Minneapolis
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward I 35 South: Saint Paul, Minneapolis
7
20.8 mi into trip
|
~29m in
|
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
32.1 mi into trip
|
~41m 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
7
41.4 mi into trip
|
~52m 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
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.58 one way
$13.16 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $7.09 | $14.18 |
| premium | $4.53 | $7.89 | $15.77 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.76 | $19.52 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.3 | 0 | $4.64 | $2.12 |
| Efficient EV | 11.1 | 0 | $3.87 | $1.77 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.7 | 0 | $6.19 | $2.83 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (67% 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 Sunday
Local time
12:27 PM
CDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
28 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
57m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused experience for the majority of this 44.2-mile trip, with 82% of your journey on interstates. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 15.9 miles on I-35, allowing for a good period of steady driving. While largely interstate, the route incorporates MN-610, which may offer a slightly different feel before rejoining the main interstate corridors. The overall profile suggests a functional and efficient drive, rather than one defined by winding local roads or dramatic scenic changes.
82% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 15.9 mi on I 35.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 35 and I 35W. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3.9 miles in near CR 17 / Athens Trail.
Driving Effort
9/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 12 decision points packed into just 44.2 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 57m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3.9 miles (CR 17 / Athens Trail): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 20.8 miles (I 35W): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Branch, MN to Brooklyn Park, MN, road signs begin pointing toward Minneapolis along the way.
Minneapolis
4.5 mi in
|
~11m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 57m. Total distance: 44.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
57m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (82%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 15.9 miles on I 35. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Brooklyn Park, MN before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 3.9 miles (CR 17 / Athens Trail): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 20.8 miles (I 35W): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Brooklyn Park, MN before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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