Eveleth, MN to Brooklyn Park, MN is 189.9 miles and takes about 3h 37m via I 35 and US 53, with a fuel budget near $28 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, highway-focused drive primarily within Minnesota, taking you from the Midwest's Iron Range region down to the Minneapolis-St. Paul metropolitan area. With 97% of the journey on highways, you can expect a consistent pace. This route is ideal for a single-day trip, offering a practical way to cover ground without significant detours.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
95 miles from Eveleth, MN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 52m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 35
109.7 mi
1h 57m
US 53
33.8 mi
39m
MN 33
19.7 mi
26m
I 35W
11.3 mi
12m
MN-610
5.3 mi
6m
US 10
3.5 mi
3m
Zane Avenue North
2.4 mi
4m
Fayal Road
0.7 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 35
— 109.7 mi, about 1h 57m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Eveleth, MN and Brooklyn Park, MN.
1
Start on Grant Avenue
0.1 mi·25 sec·Grant Avenue
2
At end of road, turn left onto CR 101
0.7 mi·1 min·Fayal Road
3
Take the ramp
2.4 mi·3 min
Toward US 53 South: DuluthUse the straight lane.
4
Continue on US 53; MN 37
34 mi·39 min·US 53; MN 37
Use the straight lane.
5
Take the exit onto MN 33
15 mi·18 min·MN 33
Use the straight lane.
6
Continue on MN 33
3.9 mi·7 min·MN 33
Use the straight lane.
7
Enter roundabout onto MN 33
77 ft·1 sec·MN 33
Toward I 35 South
8
Continue on MN 33
0.5 mi·40 sec·MN 33
Toward I 35 South
9
Merge onto I 35
110 mi·1 hr 57 min·I 35
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork onto I 35W
11 mi·12 min·I 35W
Toward I 35W: MinneapolisUse the straight / right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.5 mi·59 sec
Exit 30Toward US 10 WestUse the slight right lane.
12
Merge onto US 10
3.5 mi·3 min·US 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight right at fork onto MN 610
5.3 mi·6 min·MN-610
Use the slight right lane.
14
Take the exit
0.4 mi·51 sec
Exit 6Toward CR 14: Zane AvenueUse the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Turn left onto CR 14
2.4 mi·4 min·Zane Avenue North
Use the left / straight lanes.
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Arrive at destination
CR 14
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of 3h 37m, you have a lot of flexibility with your departure time. Aiming to leave Eveleth in the morning will get you to Brooklyn Park with plenty of afternoon daylight. The longest stretch without a major town is 109.7 miles on I 35, so ensure you have adequate fuel before embarking on that segment. With a fuel cost estimated around $28, it's an economical trip, so you won't need to worry too much about frequent fill-ups.
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 95 miles from Eveleth, MN, or about 1h 52m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 109.7 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 42 miles or 50m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 95 miles or 1h 52m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 57m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Brooklyn Park, MN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Eveleth, 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 Eveleth, MN
This is one driving day of about 189.9 miles and 3h 37m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 42 miles from Eveleth, 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 35 for about 109.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 11
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.9 and 187.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0.9 mi into trip|~2m in
Take the ramp toward US 53 South: Duluth
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Toward US 53 South: Duluth
7
166.5 mi into trip|~3h 8m 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
177.8 mi into trip|~3h 21m 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
6
181.8 mi into trip|~3h 25m in|MN 610 / MN-610
Keep slight right at fork onto MN 610 / MN-610
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
7
187.1 mi into trip|~3h 31m 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
$28.26 one way
$56.52 round trip
$3.78/gal25.4 MPG avg66 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.07
$30.45
$60.90
premium
$4.53
$33.88
$67.77
diesel
$5.61
$41.93
$83.86
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$28
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$53–$78
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 66.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
57
0
$19.94
$9.12
Efficient EV
47.5
0
$16.62
$7.60
EV Truck/SUV
76
0
$26.59
$12.15
Gas CO2
66 kg
EV CO2
22 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.
Forecast as of Apr 21, 2026
Origin
Eveleth, MN
Late night
in Eveleth on Tuesday
Local time
4:00 AM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Brooklyn Park, MN
Late night
in Brooklyn Park on Tuesday
Local time
4:00 AM
CDT
Current temp
58°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
4 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
3h 37m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is predominantly a highway-focused experience, with 97% of the 189.9 miles covered on major roadways like I 35 and US 53. You'll encounter the longest uninterrupted stretch on I 35, spanning 109.7 miles. Expect a consistent cruising speed for the majority of the trip, making it an efficient journey. The character remains largely highway-centric, designed for covering distance rather than exploring winding backroads.
97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 109.7 mi on I 35.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 35 and US 53. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.9 miles in.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 189.9 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 0.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 166.5 miles (I 35W): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 177.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 37m. Total distance: 189.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 37m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (97%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 109.7 miles on I 35. 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.
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.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 166.5 miles (I 35W): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 177.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 3.6 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.2 hours — manageable with a long break at Brooklyn Park, MN, but most travelers stay overnight.
