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Trip from Hibbing, MN to Lakeville, MN

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

4h 32m

Distance

232 mi

373 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$35

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min
4 AM
4h 19m ★
6 AM
4h 32m
8 AM
4h 59m
10 AM
4h 42m
12 PM
4h 39m
3 PM
4h 43m
5 PM
4h 58m
8 PM
4h 24m

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

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city in Saint Louis County, Minnesota, United States

Hibbing, MN

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Lakeville, MN

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Trip Overview

This 230-mile journey from Hibbing, MN, to Lakeville, MN, is designed for a single day of travel, taking approximately 3 hours and 39 minutes to complete. You'll navigate primarily on local roads, with no highway driving included, making it a more connected experience with the towns you pass through. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $33, and you'll have one planned stop. This Midwest drive offers a straightforward path through Minnesota, perfect for those who prefer a less highway-intensive approach to covering distance.

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

116 miles from Hibbing, MN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 18m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 35 109.7 mi 1h 57m
I 35W 44.3 mi 53m
US 53 31.5 mi 36m
MN 33 19.7 mi 26m
State Highway 37 17.7 mi 22m
Kenwood Trail /Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway 2.2 mi 3m
East 40th Street 1.7 mi 2m
East Beltline 1.6 mi 2m
Longest stretch: I 35 — 109.7 mi, about 1h 57m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Hibbing, MN and Lakeville, MN.

1

Start on 4th Avenue East

120 ft · 7 sec · 4th Avenue East
2

Turn right onto East Howard Street

0.5 mi · 1 min · East Howard Street
3

Turn right onto 12th Avenue East

176 ft · 4 sec · 12th Avenue East
4

Continue on Brooklyn Drive

0.2 mi · 35 sec · Brooklyn Drive
5

Turn left onto East 23rd Street

394 ft · 10 sec · East 23rd Street
6

Turn right onto US 169; MN 73

1.6 mi · 2 min · East Beltline
Use the straight lane.
7

Enter roundabout onto MN 37

203 ft · 3 sec · East 40th Street
8

Continue on MN 37

1.7 mi · 2 min · East 40th Street
9

Continue on MN 37

14 mi · 17 min · State Highway 37
10

Enter roundabout onto MN 37

130 ft · 2 sec · State Highway 37
11

Continue on MN 37

3.9 mi · 4 min · State Highway 37
12

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 29 sec
Use the right lane.
13

Merge onto US 53

32 mi · 36 min · US 53
14

Take the exit onto MN 33

15 mi · 18 min · MN 33
Use the straight lane.
15

Continue on MN 33

3.9 mi · 7 min · MN 33
Use the straight lane.
16

Enter roundabout onto MN 33

77 ft · 1 sec · MN 33
Toward I 35 South
17

Continue on MN 33

0.5 mi · 40 sec · MN 33
Toward I 35 South
18

Merge onto I 35

110 mi · 1 hr 57 min · I 35
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19

Keep slight right at fork onto I 35W

44 mi · 53 min · I 35W
Toward I 35W: Minneapolis Use the straight / right lanes.
20

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 26 sec
Exit 85 Toward CR 5, CR 50 Use the slight right lane.
21

Turn left onto CR 5

1.3 mi · 2 min · Kenwood Trail
Use the left / straight lanes.
22

Enter roundabout onto CR 5

127 ft · 2 sec · Kenwood Trail /Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway
23

Continue on CR 5

2.2 mi · 3 min · Kenwood Trail /Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway
24

Continue on CR 5

0.1 mi · 16 sec · Kenwood Trai/Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway
25

Continue on CR 50

0.5 mi · 48 sec · 202nd Street West / Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
26

Enter roundabout onto Holyoke Avenue

12 ft · 0 sec · Holyoke Avenue
27

Continue on Holyoke Avenue

0.4 mi · 1 min · Holyoke Avenue
28

Turn left onto 207th Street West

22 ft · 0 sec · 207th Street West
Use the left lane.
29

Arrive at destination

207th Street West

Trip Plan

Since this 230-mile trip takes just under four hours, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure time. Consider leaving mid-morning to avoid early rush hour and allow for a relaxed pace. With only one stop recommended, plan it strategically for a meal or a quick stretch. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially as you transition between local roads, and remember that the $33 fuel estimate is based on average prices. The 'turn-heavy' nature of this route means staying attentive to navigation is key; double-checking your turns will ensure a smooth arrival in Lakeville.

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 116 miles from Hibbing, MN, or about 2h 18m 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 51 miles or 1h 3m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 116 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 Hibbing, 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 Hibbing, MN

This is one driving day of about 232 miles and 4h 32m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 51 miles from Hibbing, 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.

Downtown Rock Creek, MN, MN

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Rock Creek, MN

116 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

Cloquet, MN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 51 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Finlayson, MN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 116 miles from Hibbing, MN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 35 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 109.7 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Don Goyo Restaurant Columbia Heights

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Columbia Heights, Minnesota

Near the end, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 198.9

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+17637880299

Visit website

Adagio's Pizza Factory

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

New Brighton, Minnesota

2.6 mi

Phoever ❤️ Vietnamese Cuisine & Coffee

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Columbia Heights, Minnesota

3 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Makwa Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Roseville, Minnesota

Near the end, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10 mile 198.9

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+16513007946

Visit website

Don Goyo Restaurant Columbia Heights

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 198.9

Columbia Heights, Minnesota

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+17637880299

Visit website

Adagio's Pizza Factory

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour $20 to $30 mile 198.9

New Brighton, Minnesota

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+16512373486

Visit website

Phoever ❤️ Vietnamese Cuisine & Coffee

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 198.9

Columbia Heights, Minnesota

Hours: 11 am–12 pm

+17632088754

Visit website

The Coffee Shop NE

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 198.9

Minneapolis, Minnesota

Hours: 6:30 am–6 pm

+16122598478

Visit website

Sovereign Grounds

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour $1 to $10 mile 215.4

Minneapolis, Minnesota

Hours: 6:30 am–6 pm

+16128256157

Visit website

Green Mill Restaurant & Bar

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20 mile 232

Lakeville, Minnesota

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+19524358100

Visit website

Finnish Bistro Coffee & Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~12 min detour

5 mi from route ~12 min detour $10 to $20 mile 198.9

St Paul, Minnesota

Hours: 6:30 am–8:30 pm

+16516459181

Visit website

Makwa Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10 mile 198.9

Roseville, Minnesota

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+16513007946

Visit website

Heights Coffee Bar

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour $1 to $10 mile 198.9

Columbia Heights, Minnesota

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+16123149027

Visit website

Coffeesmith

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~11 min detour

4.2 mi from route ~11 min detour $1 to $10 mile 182.3

Forest Lake, Minnesota

Hours: 6 am–7 pm

+16513009039

Visit website

PILLLAR Forum Cafe & Bar

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 198.9

Minneapolis, Minnesota

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+16128754140

Visit website

Walden Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour $1 to $10 mile 198.9

Minneapolis, Minnesota

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

Visit website

Mojo Coffee Gallery

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.9 mi from route ~12 min detour $10 to $20 mile 198.9

Minneapolis, Minnesota

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+16123614949

Visit website

Spyhouse Coffee Roasters | Northeast

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour $1 to $10 mile 198.9

Minneapolis, Minnesota

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+16123454348

Visit website

Crema Coffee + Cream

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.8 mi from route ~12 min detour $1 to $10 mile 215.4

Minneapolis, Minnesota

Hours: 6:30 am–5 pm

+16128747477

Visit website

Missing Pieces Escape Games

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 215.4

Edina, Minnesota

Hours: 12–7:30 pm

+19526588974

Visit website

Wild Things Indoor Playground

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 232

Lakeville, Minnesota

Hours: 8 am–8 pm

+19529608796

Visit website

Minnesota Discovery Center

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~10 min detour

4 mi from route ~10 min detour

Chisholm, Minnesota

Hours: 10 am–8 pm

+12182547959

Visit website

Joyer Adventure Farm at Waldoch Farm

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 182.3

Lino Lakes, Minnesota

+16517801207

Visit website

Gas station designed by Frank Lloyd Wright

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~10 min detour

4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 66.3

Cloquet, Minnesota

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+12188792279

Minnesota Museum of Mining

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~12 min detour

4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour

Chisholm, Minnesota

+12182545543

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 17

5 decision points cluster between mile 21.8 and 232 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
21.8 mi into trip | ~29m in

Take the ramp

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.
5
53.5 mi into trip | ~1h 6m in | MN 33

Take the exit onto MN 33

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.
7
183 mi into trip | ~3h 30m 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
8
227.2 mi into trip | ~4h 23m 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
232 mi into trip | ~4h 32m in | 207th Street West

Turn left onto 207th Street West

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$34.53 one way

$69.05 round trip

$3.78/gal 25.4 MPG avg 81 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.07 $37.20 $74.40
premium $4.53 $41.39 $82.79
diesel $5.61 $51.22 $102.45

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$35

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$60–$85

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 81.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $24 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 69.6 0 $24.36 $11.14
Efficient EV 58 0 $20.30 $9.28
EV Truck/SUV 92.8 1 $32.48 $14.85

Gas CO2

81 kg

EV CO2

27 kg (67% 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.

Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026

Origin

Hibbing, MN

Evening in Hibbing on Saturday

Local time

8:30 PM

CDT

Current temp

61°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Lakeville, MN

Evening in Lakeville on Saturday

Local time

8:30 PM

CDT

Current temp

45°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

16 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

4h 32m 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?

Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' for this 230-mile route, as indicated by its 0% highway share. This means you'll be interacting with local streets like East Howard Street, 12th Avenue East, and Brooklyn Drive for the majority of your journey. Without long stretches of uninterrupted highway, the drive will likely involve more frequent turns and a slower pace, offering a continuous engagement with the landscape and communities along the way. It's a drive that keeps you involved rather than letting you simply cruise.

96% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
29 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?

6/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 35 and I 35W. You will hit about 17 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 21.8 miles in.

Driving Effort 6/10

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 232 miles you will encounter 17 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 21.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 53.5 miles (MN 33): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 183 miles (I 35W): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 32m. Total distance: 232 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 32m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (96%). 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 Lakeville, 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 21.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 53.5 miles (MN 33): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 183 miles (I 35W): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Possible but tiring. At 4.5 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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