Origin
Mayer, MN
Late night in Mayer on Tuesday
Local time
5:57 AM
CDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Mayer, 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
55m
Distance
39.8 mi
64 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 51m
★
6 AM
0h 56m
8 AM
1h 5m
10 AM
0h 59m
12 PM
0h 58m
3 PM
0h 59m
5 PM
1h 4m
8 PM
0h 53m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Mayer, MN
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Brooklyn Park, MN
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Trip Overview
Mayer to Brooklyn Park is 39.8 miles and takes about 55 minutes via MN 7, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Minnesota, making it a straightforward trip through the Midwest region. It's a short, highway-focused journey, perfect for a quick commute or a day trip without needing an overnight stay. You'll primarily be on well-maintained state and US highways, so expect a predictable and efficient travel experience. Consider this route if you're looking for a simple, direct path between these two points.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MN 7 | 21.3 mi | 29m |
| US 169 | 10.6 mi | 13m |
| Minnesota State Highway 7 | 3.5 mi | 5m |
| Brooklyn Boulevard | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| Captain Jeffrey Vollmer Memorial Highway | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Ash Avenue North/Captain Jeffrey Vollmer Memorial Highway | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| 1st Street Northeast | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Zane Avenue North | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
MN 7
— 21.3 mi, about 29m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mayer, MN and Brooklyn Park, MN.
1
Start on 1st Street Northeast
75 ft
·
5 sec
·
1st Street Northeast
2
Turn right onto MN 25
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
Ash Avenue North/Captain Jeffrey Vollmer Memorial Highway
3
Continue on MN 25
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
Captain Jeffrey Vollmer Memorial Highway
4
Enter roundabout onto MN 25
126 ft
·
2 sec
·
Captain Jeffrey Vollmer Memorial Highway
5
Continue on MN 25
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Captain Jeffrey Vollmer Memorial Highway
6
Enter roundabout onto MN 7
26 ft
·
0 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
20 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 39.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.9 miles from Mayer, 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 115 decision points cluster between mile 0.5 and 37.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.5 mi into trip
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~0m in
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MN 25 / Captain Jeffrey Vollmer Memorial Highway
Enter roundabout onto MN 25 / Captain Jeffrey Vollmer Memorial Highway
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
4.3 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
MN 7
Enter roundabout onto MN 7
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
23 mi into trip
|
~31m 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
26.5 mi into trip
|
~37m in
Turn left toward US 169 North
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward US 169 North
7
37.4 mi into trip
|
~50m 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
$5.92 one way
$11.85 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $6.38 | $12.76 |
| premium | $4.53 | $7.10 | $14.20 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.79 | $17.57 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.9 | 0 | $4.18 | $1.91 |
| Efficient EV | 10 | 0 | $3.48 | $1.59 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.9 | 0 | $5.57 | $2.55 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
5:57 AM
CDT
Current temp
28°F
Mostly Clear
0 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
Red Flag Warning
Red Flag Warning issued April 20 at 3:15AM CDT until April 20 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Duluth MN
Red Flag Warning
Red Flag Warning issued April 20 at 3:15AM CDT until April 20 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Duluth MN
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
12 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
55m 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 route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 89% of the journey utilizing major roadways. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on MN 7, including the longest uninterrupted stretch of 21.3 miles. The character of the drive is largely consistent, offering a smooth experience as you navigate through Minnesota. Expect efficient travel with minimal distractions, as the focus is on covering distance on these primary routes. The highway nature means you'll likely encounter moderate traffic, especially as you approach your destination.
89% 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 US 169. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near MN 25 / Captain Jeffrey Vollmer Memorial Highway.
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 39.8 miles you will encounter 11 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 0.5 miles (MN 25 / Captain Jeffrey Vollmer Memorial Highway): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 4.3 miles (MN 7): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 23 miles (MN 7 / Minnesota State Highway 7): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
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 55m. Total distance: 39.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
55m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (89%). 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 0.5 miles (MN 25 / Captain Jeffrey Vollmer Memorial Highway): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 4.3 miles (MN 7): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 23 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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