Origin
Minnetonka, MN
Late night in Minnetonka on Sunday
Local time
3:00 AM
CDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Minnetonka, 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
27m
Distance
19.2 mi
31 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 25m
★
6 AM
0h 28m
8 AM
0h 33m
10 AM
0h 30m
12 PM
0h 29m
3 PM
0h 30m
5 PM
0h 32m
8 PM
0h 26m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Minnetonka, MN
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Brooklyn Park, MN
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick and straightforward transit across the Midwest, this 19.2-mile trip from Minnetonka to Brooklyn Park is an efficient option. You can comfortably complete the journey in about 27 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day commute or errand run. With a fuel budget of approximately $3, it is also a very economical drive. Since the entire route takes place within Minnesota, you will stay within the familiar Midwest region for the duration of the trip. You will primarily navigate via US 169, Minnesota State Highway 7, and Brooklyn Boulevard to reach your destination. Given the short duration, there is no need for an overnight stay, allowing you the flexibility to head back whenever your schedule permits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 169 | 10.6 mi | 13m |
| Minnesota State Highway 7 | 5.5 mi | 8m |
| Brooklyn Boulevard | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| County Road 101 | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Zane Avenue North | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
US 169
— 10.6 mi, about 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Minnetonka, MN and Brooklyn Park, MN.
1
Start on CR 101
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
County Road 101
2
Continue on CR 101
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
County Road 101
Use the left lane.
3
Turn right onto MN 7
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Minnesota State Highway 7
4
Keep slight left at fork onto MN 7
3.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Minnesota State Highway 7
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Toward US 169 North
Use the left lane.
6
Merge onto US 169
11 mi
·
13 min
·
US 169
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Toward CR 130: Elm Creek Boulevard, Brooklyn Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Turn right onto CR 130
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Brooklyn Boulevard
Use the right lane.
9
Arrive at destination
CR 14
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 75 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 16.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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CR 101 / County Road 101
Continue onto CR 101 / County Road 101
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
2.4 mi into trip
|
~3m 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
5.9 mi into trip
|
~9m in
Turn left toward US 169 North
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward US 169 North
5
6.2 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
US 169
Merge onto US 169
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
16.7 mi into trip
|
~23m 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
$2.86 one way
$5.71 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $3.08 | $6.16 |
| premium | $4.53 | $3.43 | $6.85 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.24 | $8.48 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.8 | 0 | $2.02 | $0.92 |
| Efficient EV | 4.8 | 0 | $1.68 | $0.77 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.7 | 0 | $2.69 | $1.23 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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 Sunday
Local time
3:00 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
27m 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?
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 84% of your travel time will be spent on major roads. The character of the drive is defined by a steady, efficient pace rather than winding backroads or scenic detours. You will encounter your longest uninterrupted stretch along a 10.6-mile segment of US 169, which provides the bulk of the driving time. Transitions between the state highway and local boulevards are relatively seamless, shifting the intensity of the drive from high-speed corridors to more accessible suburban thoroughfares. Staying behind the wheel remains simple, as the road layout is designed for direct connectivity between these two Minnesota hubs.
84% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
9 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 10.6 mi on US 169.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 169 and Minnesota State Highway 7. You will hit about 7 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near CR 101 / County Road 101.
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 19.2 miles you will encounter 7 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 0.2 miles (CR 101 / County Road 101): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.4 miles (MN 7 / Minnesota State Highway 7): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 5.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 27m. Total distance: 19.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
27m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (84%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 10.6 miles on US 169. 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 0.2 miles (CR 101 / County Road 101): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.4 miles (MN 7 / Minnesota State Highway 7): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 5.9 miles: 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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