Origin
Cormorant, MN
Night in Cormorant on Friday
Local time
10:39 PM
CDT
Current temp
50°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Cormorant, MN to Lakeville, MN
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Sep 12, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 33m
Distance
235.3 mi
379 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$38
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 20m
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6 AM
4h 34m
8 AM
5h 0m
10 AM
4h 43m
12 PM
4h 40m
3 PM
4h 44m
5 PM
4h 59m
8 PM
4h 26m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Cormorant, MN
Daniil Komov
Lakeville, MN
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
Cormorant, MN to Lakeville, MN is 235.3 miles and takes about 4h 33m via I 94, US 59, and I 494, with a fuel budget near $37 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Minnesota, moving from the Midwest region to another part of the Midwest. You'll spend most of your time on major highways, making for a straightforward drive. Plan for a single day of travel, as the distance is manageable for a day trip. It's a practical route for getting from point A to point B without much fuss.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
117.6 miles from Cormorant, MN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 18m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 94 | 114.9 mi | 2h 3m |
| US 59 | 51.6 mi | 55m |
| I 494 | 21.9 mi | 27m |
| South Broadway | 13.7 mi | 15m |
| I 35W | 11.1 mi | 12m |
| East Lake Lizzie Road | 4.7 mi | 5m |
| West Prairie Avenue | 2.7 mi | 3m |
| South Shore Drive | 2.5 mi | 6m |
Longest stretch:
I 94
— 114.9 mi, about 2h 3m
Traffic on I-94
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 44 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~3,218 veh/hr typical · worst 4,035
Quietest
2 AM
~172 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
18.7×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
12a
6a
noon
6p
11p
Averaged across 99 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cormorant, MN and Lakeville, MN.
1
Start on CR 5
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
County Highway 5
2
Continue on CH 9
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
County Highway 9
3
Turn right onto CH 9
1.7 mi
·
4 min
·
County Road 9
4
Turn left onto South Pelican Drive
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South Pelican Drive
5
Continue on South Pelican Drive
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
South Pelican Drive
6
Turn right onto South Shore Drive
2.5 mi
·
6 min
·
South Shore Drive
7
Continue on 215th Avenue
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
215th Avenue
8
Turn right onto US 59
4.7 mi
·
5 min
·
East Lake Lizzie Road
9
Continue on US 59
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
North Broadway
10
Continue on US 59
14 mi
·
15 min
·
South Broadway
11
Continue on US 59
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
West Prairie Avenue
12
Take the exit onto US 59
52 mi
·
55 min
·
US 59
13
Continue on I 94; MN 27
115 mi
·
2 hr 3 min
·
I 94; MN 27
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
31 sec
Exit 216
Toward I 494 South
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Continue on I 494
22 mi
·
27 min
·
I 494
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Exit 5B
Toward I 35W South: Albert Lea
Use the slight right lane.
17
Continue on this road
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
·
this road
Exit 5B
Toward I 35W South: Albert Lea
18
Merge onto I 35W
11 mi
·
12 min
·
I 35W
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Exit 85
Toward CR 5, CR 50
Use the slight right lane.
20
Turn left onto CR 5
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Kenwood Trail
Use the left / straight lanes.
21
Enter roundabout onto CR 5
127 ft
·
2 sec
·
Kenwood Trail /Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway
22
Continue on CR 5
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Kenwood Trail /Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway
23
Continue on CR 5
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
Kenwood Trai/Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway
24
Continue on CR 50
0.5 mi
·
48 sec
·
202nd Street West / Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
25
Enter roundabout onto Holyoke Avenue
12 ft
·
0 sec
·
Holyoke Avenue
26
Continue on Holyoke Avenue
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Holyoke Avenue
27
Turn left onto 207th Street West
22 ft
·
0 sec
·
207th Street West
Use the left lane.
28
Arrive at destination
207th Street West
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 235.3-mile drive, consider leaving in the morning to ensure you have ample daylight for the 4h 33m trip. The route is designed for a single day, so you won't need to worry about overnight stays. While there's only one recommended stop, you can take breaks as needed, especially during the 114.9-mile stretch on I 94. Keep an eye on your fuel, budgeting around $37, and look for service areas along the interstate corridors. As you get closer to Lakeville, be prepared for increased traffic density.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 117.6 miles from Cormorant, MN, or about 2h 18m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 114.9 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 52 miles or 1h 8m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 117.6 miles or 2h 18m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 39m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lakeville, MN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Cormorant, 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 Cormorant, MN
This is one driving day of about 235.3 miles and 4h 33m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 52 miles from Cormorant, MN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 94 for about 114.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
118 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 52 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 117.6 miles from Cormorant, MN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 94 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 114.9 miles.
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 145 decision points cluster between mile 13.7 and 235.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
13.7 mi into trip
|
~25m in
|
US 59 / South Broadway
Enter roundabout onto US 59 / South Broadway
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
7
196.5 mi into trip
|
~3h 43m in
Take the exit toward I 494 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 216
Toward I 494 South
7
218.9 mi into trip
|
~4h 11m in
Take the exit toward I 35W South: Albert Lea
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 5B
Toward I 35W South: Albert Lea
8
230.5 mi into trip
|
~4h 25m in
Take the exit toward CR 5, CR 50
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 85
Toward CR 5, CR 50
6
235.3 mi into trip
|
~4h 33m in
|
207th Street West
Turn left onto 207th Street West
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$38.41 one way
$76.82 round trip
$4.15/gal
25.4 MPG avg
82 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $41.33 | $82.67 |
| premium | $4.95 | $45.88 | $91.77 |
| diesel | $5.97 | $55.28 | $110.55 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$38
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$63–$88
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 82.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-09-07.
Driving Electric?
About $25 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 70.6 | 0 | $24.71 | $11.29 |
| Efficient EV | 58.8 | 0 | $20.59 | $9.41 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 94.1 | 1 | $32.94 | $15.06 |
Gas CO2
82 kg
EV CO2
28 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Lakeville, MN
Night in Lakeville on Friday
Local time
10:39 PM
CDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
1 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
4h 33m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is predominantly highway driving, with 85% of the 235.3 miles on major roads like I 94. You'll experience a long stretch of 114.9 miles on I 94, offering consistent cruising. The transition to surface roads will occur as you approach your destination, offering a change of pace from the high-speed travel. Expect frequent exits and potential merging traffic as you get closer to the Minneapolis-St. Paul metropolitan area.
85% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
28 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 114.9 mi on I 94.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 94 and US 59. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 13.7 miles in near US 59 / South Broadway.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 235.3 miles you will encounter 14 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 13.7 miles (US 59 / South Broadway): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 196.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 218.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,425 ft
961 ft
Total Climb
240 ft
Total Descent
651 ft
Highest Point
1,425 ft
~84 mi in
Elevation Range
464 ft
About the Cities
Arriving in Lakeville, MN
Full guide →Founded 1850
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 4h 33m. Total distance: 235.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 33m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (85%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 114.9 miles on I 94. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 13.7 miles (US 59 / South Broadway): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 196.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 218.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 4.6 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.1 hours — manageable with a long break at Lakeville, MN, but most travelers stay overnight.
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, EIA for fuel prices, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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