Origin
Lester Prairie, MN
Morning in Lester Prairie on Sunday
Local time
10:57 AM
CDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lester Prairie, MN to Brooklyn Park, MN
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 8m
Distance
48.3 mi
78 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 3m
★
6 AM
1h 9m
8 AM
1h 20m
10 AM
1h 13m
12 PM
1h 12m
3 PM
1h 13m
5 PM
1h 19m
8 PM
1h 6m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lester Prairie, MN
Tom Fisk
Brooklyn Park, MN
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a straightforward trip from Lester Prairie to Brooklyn Park, this 48.3-mile journey is an efficient way to cross the Minnesota landscape. Expect to spend about 1 hour and 8 minutes behind the wheel, making this a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion. With a modest fuel budget of approximately $7, the route is as economical as it is direct. Since both locations are situated within the Midwest, the transition is seamless and familiar. You will not need to plan for overnight stays, as the duration is easily manageable in one sitting. It is a practical, no-nonsense drive that gets you from point A to point B with minimal fuss.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MN 7 | 21.3 mi | 29m |
| Minnesota State Highway 7 | 11.5 mi | 15m |
| US 169 | 10.6 mi | 13m |
| Brooklyn Boulevard | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| County Highway 9 | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| Central Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Juniper Street South | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| 1st Avenue South | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
MN 7
— 21.3 mi, about 29m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lester Prairie, MN and Brooklyn Park, MN.
1
Start on 1st Avenue South
90 ft
·
5 sec
·
1st Avenue South
2
Turn right onto Juniper Street South
277 ft
·
14 sec
·
Juniper Street South
3
Turn right onto CR 109
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Central Avenue
4
At end of road, turn left onto CR 9
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
County Highway 9
5
Turn right onto MN 7
8.0 mi
·
10 min
·
Minnesota State Highway 7
6
Enter roundabout onto MN 7
125 ft
·
2 sec
·
MN 7
7
Continue on MN 7
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
MN 7
8
Enter roundabout onto MN 7
185 ft
·
3 sec
·
MN 7
9
Continue on MN 7
5.8 mi
·
7 min
·
MN 7
10
Enter roundabout onto MN 7
139 ft
·
2 sec
·
MN 7
11
Continue on MN 7
13 mi
·
17 min
·
MN 7
Use the straight lane.
12
Keep slight left at fork onto MN 7
3.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Minnesota State Highway 7
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Toward US 169 North
Use the left lane.
14
Merge onto US 169
11 mi
·
13 min
·
US 169
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Toward CR 130: Elm Creek Boulevard, Brooklyn Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Turn right onto CR 130
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Brooklyn Boulevard
Use the right lane.
17
Arrive at destination
CR 14
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 24.1 miles from Lester Prairie, 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 135 decision points cluster between mile 0.6 and 45.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.6 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
CR 9 / County Highway 9
At end of road, turn left onto CR 9 / County Highway 9
Navigation decision point
5
12.7 mi into trip
|
~19m in
|
MN 7
Enter roundabout onto MN 7
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
31.5 mi into trip
|
~44m in
|
MN 7 / Minnesota State Highway 7
Keep slight left at fork onto MN 7 / Minnesota State Highway 7
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
35 mi into trip
|
~50m in
Turn left toward US 169 North
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward US 169 North
7
45.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 4m 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
$7.19 one way
$14.38 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $7.75 | $15.49 |
| premium | $4.53 | $8.62 | $17.24 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.66 | $21.33 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.5 | 0 | $5.07 | $2.32 |
| Efficient EV | 12.1 | 0 | $4.23 | $1.93 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.3 | 0 | $6.76 | $3.09 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% 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
Morning in Brooklyn Park on Sunday
Local time
10:57 AM
CDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
21 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 8m 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?
This trip is heavily highway-focused, with 93% of the journey spent on major thoroughfares. You will primarily navigate via MN 7 and US 169, which provide a consistent, fast-paced driving experience. The longest uninterrupted stretch covers 21.3 miles on MN 7, allowing you to settle into a steady rhythm without frequent turns. While the road lacks technical complexity, the shift between state highways and US 169 keeps the drive feeling productive rather than monotonous. You can expect a reliable, high-speed transit that prioritizes efficiency over winding backroads.
93% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 21.3 mi on MN 7.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on MN 7 and Minnesota State Highway 7. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in near CR 9 / County Highway 9.
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 48.3 miles you will encounter 13 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 0.6 miles (CR 9 / County Highway 9): Navigation decision point; at 12.7 miles (MN 7): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 31.5 miles (MN 7 / Minnesota State Highway 7): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 8m. Total distance: 48.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 8m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 21.3 miles on MN 7. 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 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 0.6 miles (CR 9 / County Highway 9): Navigation decision point; at 12.7 miles (MN 7): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 31.5 miles (MN 7 / Minnesota State Highway 7): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
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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