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Trip from Brooklyn Park, MN to Wabasha, MN

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 12m

Distance

96.7 mi

156 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$14

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 28 min
4 AM
2h 3m ★
6 AM
2h 12m
8 AM
2h 31m
10 AM
2h 19m
12 PM
2h 17m
3 PM
2h 20m
5 PM
2h 30m
8 PM
2h 7m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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suburb city of Minneapolis, located in Hennepin County, Minnesota, United States

Brooklyn Park, MN

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city in Minnesota, United States

Wabasha, MN

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Trip Overview

This 96.7-mile drive from Brooklyn Park, MN, to Wabasha, MN, is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in about 2 hours and 12 minutes. Primarily utilizing US 10 and Route 61, with a segment of Route 61/Route 63, this route is well-suited for a single-day excursion. The estimated fuel cost is around $14, making it an economical choice for a quick getaway within the Midwest region. Its highway-focused profile suggests a predictable and efficient journey. Given the relatively short distance and duration, you can depart at your leisure and arrive in Wabasha with plenty of time to explore.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

48.3 miles from Brooklyn Park, MN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 3m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
US 10 22.7 mi 30m
Route 61 22.6 mi 30m
Route 61/Route 63 14.8 mi 19m
I 694 11.7 mi 12m
Red Wing Boulevard 6 mi 8m
Voyageur Highway 5.5 mi 6m
North Lakeshore Drive 2.8 mi 5m
Highway 316 Boulevard 2 mi 2m
Longest stretch: US 10 — 22.7 mi, about 30m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Brooklyn Park, MN and Wabasha, MN.

1

Start on CR 14

34 ft · 5 sec · Zane Avenue North
2

Turn right onto CR 152

1.8 mi · 4 min · Brooklyn Boulevard
Use the left / straight lanes.
3

Turn left

0.3 mi · 46 sec
Toward I 94 East, I 694 East Use the left lane.
4

Merge onto I 94; I 694

0.5 mi · 35 sec · I 94; I 694
5

Keep slight left at fork onto I 694

12 mi · 12 min · I 694
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6

Keep slight right at fork onto US 10

5.5 mi · 6 min · Voyageur Highway
Exit 46 Toward US 10 East, I 35 South: St Paul Use the slight right lane.
7

Keep slight left at fork onto US 10

2.5 mi · 3 min · US 10
Exit 107A Toward US 10 East, I 94 East, US 52 South: 10th Street, Wacouta Street Use the slight left / straight lanes.
8

Take the exit onto US 10; US 61

20 mi · 26 min · US 10; US 61
Exit 244 Toward US 10 East, US 61 South Use the slight right lane.
9

Turn left onto MN 316

0.1 mi · 13 sec · Red Wing Boulevard
10

Enter roundabout onto MN 316

62 ft · 1 sec · Red Wing Boulevard
11

Continue on MN 316

0.4 mi · 32 sec · Red Wing Boulevard
12

Enter roundabout onto MN 316

71 ft · 0 sec · Red Wing Boulevard
13

Continue on MN 316

0.5 mi · 43 sec · Red Wing Boulevard
14

Enter roundabout onto MN 316

76 ft · 1 sec · Red Wing Boulevard
15

Continue on MN 316

4.9 mi · 7 min · Red Wing Boulevard
16

Continue on MN 316

1.8 mi · 2 min · Polk Avenue
17

Continue on MN 316

2.0 mi · 2 min · Highway 316 Boulevard
18

Enter roundabout onto US 61

247 ft · 3 sec · Route 61
19

Continue on US 61

5.6 mi · 6 min · Route 61
Use the straight lane.
20

Keep slight right at fork onto US 61

6.1 mi · 8 min · Route 61
Use the straight lane.
21

Continue on US 61

1.7 mi · 3 min · Main Street
Use the straight lane.
22

Continue on US 61; US 63

15 mi · 19 min · Route 61/Route 63
Use the straight lane.
23

Continue on US 61; US 63

2.8 mi · 5 min · North Lakeshore Drive
24

Continue on US 61

9.5 mi · 13 min · Route 61
25

Continue on US 61

0.2 mi · 17 sec · 2nd Street
26

Continue on US 61

1.3 mi · 1 min · Route 61
27

Turn left onto CR 59

1.4 mi · 2 min · 5th Grant Boulevard West
Use the left lane.
28

Continue on CR 59

0.3 mi · 25 sec · Grant Boulevard West
29

Continue on CR 59

0.1 mi · 17 sec · 4th Grant Boulevard West
30

Turn left onto Bridge Avenue

0.2 mi · 35 sec · Bridge Avenue
31

Turn right onto Main Street West

0.1 mi · 21 sec · Main Street West
32

Turn right onto Alleghany Avenue

77 ft · 3 sec · Alleghany Avenue
33

Arrive at destination

Alleghany Avenue

Trip Plan

With a total duration of just over 2 hours, this trip offers flexibility. You can plan to leave Brooklyn Park in the morning and be in Wabasha by lunchtime, or depart after lunch and still have a comfortable drive. There are no specified stops, so you can choose to make brief rests as needed, perhaps at a rest area or a small town along the way. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 22.7-mile stretch on US 10, to ensure you have enough to reach Wabasha, where you can refuel if necessary. The budget-friendly fuel cost of approximately $14 means you won't need to worry too much about frequent stops solely for gas.

Morning Departure

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.

Evening Departure

Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 48.3 miles from Brooklyn Park, MN, or about 1h 3m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 22.7 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 21 miles or 26m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 48.3 miles or 1h 3m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 1h 45m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Wabasha, MN than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Brooklyn Park, 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 Brooklyn Park, MN

This is one driving day of about 96.7 miles and 2h 12m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from Brooklyn Park, MN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 10 for about 22.7 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Downtown Vermillion, MN, MN

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Vermillion, MN

48 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

Saint Paul, MN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 21 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Vermillion, MN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 48.3 miles from Brooklyn Park, 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.

Stops Along Your Drive

Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.

Best meal stop · early in the drive

Crasqui Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

St Paul, Minnesota

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch · 28min in 1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour Moderately

Hours: 4–8 pm

+19526005578

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Cafe Astoria

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

St Paul, Minnesota

1.6 mi

Forepaugh's Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

St Paul, Minnesota

1.5 mi

Best coffee break · first break window

Heights Coffee Bar

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Columbia Heights, Minnesota

Near the start, short detour

First break · 9min in 1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+16123149027

Visit website

Abogados Café

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

St Paul, Minnesota

2.7 mi

Makwa Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Roseville, Minnesota

3 mi

Crasqui Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour Moderately

St Paul, Minnesota

Hours: 4–8 pm

+19526005578

Visit website

Cafe Astoria

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

St Paul, Minnesota

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+16513409471

Visit website

Forepaugh's Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $100 or ab

St Paul, Minnesota

Hours: 3:30–10:30 pm

+16516663636

Visit website

Adagio's Pizza Factory

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

First break 1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour $20 to $30

New Brighton, Minnesota

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+16512373486

Visit website

Don Goyo Restaurant Columbia Heights

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 2 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20

Columbia Heights, Minnesota

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+17637880299

Visit website

Phoever ❤️ Vietnamese Cuisine & Coffee

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20

Columbia Heights, Minnesota

Hours: 11 am–12 pm

+17632088754

Visit website

Lynde’s Restaurant & Catering

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20

Osseo, Minnesota

Hours: 6 am–2 pm

+17634243696

Visit website

The Twisted Oak Coffee House

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour $1 to $10

Prescott, Wisconsin

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

Visit website

Heights Coffee Bar

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10

Columbia Heights, Minnesota

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+16123149027

Visit website

Abogados Café

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour $1 to $10

St Paul, Minnesota

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

Visit website

Makwa Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 3 mi from route ~8 min detour $1 to $10

Roseville, Minnesota

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+16513007946

Visit website

yellowbird coffee bar

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~9 min detour

Early stretch 3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour $1 to $10

St Paul, Minnesota

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+16514937134

Visit website

Walden Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~10 min detour

First break 3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour $1 to $10

Minneapolis, Minnesota

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

Visit website

PILLLAR Forum Cafe & Bar

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~10 min detour

First break 3.8 mi from route ~10 min detour

Minneapolis, Minnesota

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+16128754140

Visit website

Mojo Coffee Gallery

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~11 min detour

First break 4.2 mi from route ~11 min detour $10 to $20

Minneapolis, Minnesota

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+16123614949

Visit website

Luminary Coffeehouse

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~11 min detour

Early stretch 4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour $1 to $10

St Paul, Minnesota

Hours: 7:30 am–4 pm

Visit website

Union Depot

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, right off the route

Early stretch 0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour

St Paul, Minnesota

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+16512022700

Visit website

Minnesota Children's Museum

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, right off the route

Early stretch 1 mi from route ~2 min detour

St Paul, Minnesota

Hours: 9 am–4 pm

+16512256000

Visit website

Center For Lost Objects

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour

St Paul, Minnesota

Hours: 11 am–6 pm

+16515042356

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 18

5 decision points cluster between mile 1.8 and 22.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

7
1.8 mi into trip | ~4m in

Turn left toward I 94 East, I 694 East

Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the left lane. Toward I 94 East, I 694 East
6
2.6 mi into trip | ~5m in | I 694

Keep slight left at fork onto I 694

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
14.3 mi into trip | ~18m in | US 10 / Voyageur Highway

Keep slight right at fork onto US 10 / Voyageur Highway toward US 10 East, I 35 South: St Paul

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 46 Toward US 10 East, I 35 South: St Paul
9
19.8 mi into trip | ~25m in | US 10

Keep slight left at fork onto US 10 toward US 10 East, I 94 East, US 52 South: 10th Street, Wacouta Street

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight left / straight lanes. Exit 107A Toward US 10 East, I 94 East, US 52 South: 10th...
8
22.3 mi into trip | ~28m in | US 10; US 61

Take the exit onto US 10; US 61 toward US 10 East, US 61 South

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 244 Toward US 10 East, US 61 South

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$14.39 one way

$28.78 round trip

$3.78/gal 25.4 MPG avg 34 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.07 $15.51 $31.01
premium $4.53 $17.25 $34.51
diesel $5.61 $21.35 $42.70

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$14

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$39–$64

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 33.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 29 0 $10.15 $4.64
Efficient EV 24.2 0 $8.46 $3.87
EV Truck/SUV 38.7 0 $13.54 $6.19

Gas CO2

34 kg

EV CO2

11 kg (68% 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.

Forecast as of Apr 20, 2026

Origin

Brooklyn Park, MN

Morning in Brooklyn Park on Tuesday

Local time

8:00 AM

CDT

Current temp

58°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Wabasha, MN

Morning in Wabasha on Tuesday

Local time

8:00 AM

CDT

Current temp

60°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

40°F

Vermillion, MN

48 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

2 degrees warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

2h 12m 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 predominantly highway-focused experience on this 96.7-mile journey, with 77% of the drive taking place on faster roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 22.7 miles along US 10, offering a good opportunity to settle into a rhythm. As you transition to Route 61 and then the combined Route 61/Route 63, the character of the drive may shift slightly, but the overall feel remains geared towards efficient travel. This route prioritizes getting you to your destination smoothly rather than focusing on winding, scenic byways.

77% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
33 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 22.7 mi on US 10.

How Hard Is This Drive?

8/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 10 and Route 61. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.8 miles in.

Driving Effort 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 96.7 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 1.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2.6 miles (I 694): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 14.3 miles (US 10 / Voyageur Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

About the Cities

Starting in Brooklyn Park, MN

Full guide →

Brooklyn Park is a city in Minnesota.

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 12m. Total distance: 96.7 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 12m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (77%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 22.7 miles on US 10. 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 Wabasha, MN before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: at 1.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2.6 miles (I 694): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 14.3 miles (US 10 / Voyageur Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Wabasha, 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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