Origin
Le Sueur, MN
Late night in Le Sueur on Tuesday
Local time
5:23 AM
CDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Le Sueur, MN to Brooklyn Park, MN
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 19m
Distance
63.7 mi
103 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 14m
★
6 AM
1h 20m
8 AM
1h 32m
10 AM
1h 24m
12 PM
1h 23m
3 PM
1h 25m
5 PM
1h 32m
8 PM
1h 16m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Le Sueur, MN
Noor Shalghen
Brooklyn Park, MN
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
Le Sueur to Brooklyn Park is 63.7 miles and takes about 1 hour 19 minutes via US 169, with a fuel budget near $9 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Minnesota, moving from the Midwest region to another part of the Midwest. It's a straightforward drive that doesn't require overnight planning. Expect a practical commute-style feel for most of the way. This route is ideal if you're looking for a quick and efficient way to get from point A to point B without much fuss.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 169 | 56.4 mi | 1h 6m |
| Brooklyn Boulevard | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| 130th Street West | 1 mi | 1m |
| Marystown Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| State Highway 93 | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| MN 93 | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Chestnut Boulevard | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| County Road 78 | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 169
— 56.4 mi, about 1h 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Le Sueur, MN and Brooklyn Park, MN.
1
Start on CR 22
437 ft
·
14 sec
·
Bridge Street
2
Continue on MN 93
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
State Highway 93
3
Take the ramp onto MN 93
0.6 mi
·
56 sec
·
MN 93
Toward US 169 North, MN 93 North
4
Continue on US 169; MN 93
12 mi
·
13 min
·
US 169; MN 93
Use the straight lane.
5
Continue on US 169
17 mi
·
19 min
·
US 169
Use the straight lane.
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Exit 106
Toward MN 41, CR 78: Chaska
7
Keep slight right at fork
264 ft
·
8 sec
Exit 106
Toward MN 41, CR 78: Chaska
8
Turn straight onto CR 78
0.4 mi
·
34 sec
·
County Road 78
9
Continue on CR 78
0.5 mi
·
40 sec
·
Chestnut Boulevard
10
Enter roundabout onto CR 78
116 ft
·
2 sec
·
130th Street West
11
Continue on CR 78
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
130th Street West
12
Turn left onto CR 15
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Marystown Road
13
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
Toward US 169 North
14
Merge onto US 169
5.1 mi
·
5 min
·
US 169
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight left at fork onto US 169
22 mi
·
27 min
·
US 169
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Toward CR 130: Elm Creek Boulevard, Brooklyn Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Turn right onto CR 130
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Brooklyn Boulevard
Use the right lane.
18
Arrive at destination
CR 14
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
32 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 31.9 miles from Le Sueur, 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 105 decision points cluster between mile 0.8 and 61.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.8 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
MN 93
Take the ramp onto MN 93 toward US 169 North, MN 93 North
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 169 North, MN 93 North
6
30.2 mi into trip
|
~35m in
Take the exit toward MN 41, CR 78: Chaska
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 106
Toward MN 41, CR 78: Chaska
7
30.5 mi into trip
|
~36m in
Keep slight right at fork toward MN 41, CR 78: Chaska
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 106
Toward MN 41, CR 78: Chaska
6
38.8 mi into trip
|
~47m in
|
US 169
Keep slight left at fork onto US 169
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
61.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 14m in
Take the exit toward CR 130: Elm Creek Boulevard, Brooklyn Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward CR 130: Elm Creek Boulevard, Brooklyn Bo...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.48 one way
$18.96 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $10.21 | $20.43 |
| premium | $4.53 | $11.37 | $22.73 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.06 | $28.13 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.1 | 0 | $6.69 | $3.06 |
| Efficient EV | 15.9 | 0 | $5.57 | $2.55 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.5 | 0 | $8.92 | $4.08 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 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.
Destination
Brooklyn Park, MN
Late night in Brooklyn Park on Tuesday
Local time
5:23 AM
CDT
Current temp
45°F
Sunny
WNW 20 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 18 at 1:08PM CDT by NWS Sioux Falls SD
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
13 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
1h 19m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is primarily highway, with 90% of the 63.7 miles on roads like US 169. You'll experience a long stretch of 56.4 miles on US 169 before transitioning to surface roads. Expect a high volume of exits and merging traffic as you approach the Minneapolis area. The final segment will be on Brooklyn Boulevard and 130th Street West, which are surface streets.
90% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 56.4 mi on US 169.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 169 and Brooklyn Boulevard. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.8 miles in near MN 93.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 63.7 miles you will encounter 10 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 0.8 miles (MN 93): Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 30.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 30.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 Le Sueur, MN to Brooklyn Park, MN, road signs begin pointing toward Cr 78: Chaska along the way.
Cr 78: Chaska
30.2 mi in
|
~35m
About the Cities
Arriving 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 1h 19m. Total distance: 63.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 19m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (90%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 56.4 miles on US 169. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 2 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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 0.8 miles (MN 93): Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 30.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 30.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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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