Origin
Richfield, MN
Late night in Richfield on Tuesday
Local time
5:58 AM
CDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Richfield, 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
28m
Distance
18.5 mi
30 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 26m
★
6 AM
0h 28m
8 AM
0h 33m
10 AM
0h 30m
12 PM
0h 29m
3 PM
0h 30m
5 PM
0h 33m
8 PM
0h 27m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Richfield, MN
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Brooklyn Park, MN
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 18.5-mile drive from Richfield, MN to Brooklyn Park, MN is designed for a single day, taking approximately 28 minutes. You'll primarily navigate major highways, with Interstate 94 and Interstate 35W forming the backbone of this journey. With a highway share of 79%, expect a focused driving experience. The estimated fuel cost for this short trip is around $3, making it an economical choice. Given its proximity within the Midwest and the state of Minnesota, this route is ideal for a quick commute or a short errand, requiring no overnight stops.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 94 | 9.9 mi | 12m |
| I 35W | 4.4 mi | 5m |
| Brooklyn Boulevard | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| Nicollet Avenue South | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| MN 65 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| West 66th Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| East 60th Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Zane Avenue North | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
I 94
— 9.9 mi, about 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Richfield, MN and Brooklyn Park, MN.
1
Start on CR 53
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
West 66th Street
2
Enter roundabout onto CR 52
209 ft
·
4 sec
·
Nicollet Avenue South
3
Continue on CR 52
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Nicollet Avenue South
4
Turn right onto East 60th Street
0.2 mi
·
43 sec
·
East 60th Street
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward I 35W North
6
Merge onto I 35W
4.4 mi
·
5 min
·
I 35W
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork onto MN 65
0.3 mi
·
17 sec
·
MN 65
Toward I 94 West
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
Toward I 94 West
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Merge onto I 94; MN 55
9.9 mi
·
12 min
·
I 94; MN 55
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
Exit 33
Toward CR 152: Brooklyn Boulevard
Use the slight right lane.
11
Turn right onto CR 152
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Brooklyn Boulevard
Use the right lane.
12
Arrive at destination
CR 14
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 16.4 — 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
|
CR 52 / Nicollet Avenue South
Enter roundabout onto CR 52 / Nicollet Avenue South
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
1.2 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the ramp toward I 35W North
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Toward I 35W North
5
1.4 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
I 35W
Merge onto I 35W
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
6 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Take the exit toward I 94 West
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 94 West
7
16.4 mi into trip
|
~23m in
Take the exit toward CR 152: Brooklyn Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 33
Toward CR 152: Brooklyn Boulevard
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.75 one way
$5.51 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $2.97 | $5.93 |
| premium | $4.53 | $3.30 | $6.60 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.08 | $8.17 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.6 | 0 | $1.94 | $0.89 |
| Efficient EV | 4.6 | 0 | $1.62 | $0.74 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.4 | 0 | $2.59 | $1.18 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (67% 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
5:58 AM
CDT
Current temp
58°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
28m 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?
The character of this drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 79% of the route utilizing interstates. You'll experience stretches like a 9.9-mile segment on I-94, offering a consistent pace. While much of the journey involves fast-paced driving on major thoroughfares like I-35W and Brooklyn Boulevard, the overall feel is one of efficient transit rather than scenic exploration. Expect a predictable driving experience as you transition between these key roads.
79% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 9.9 mi on I 94.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 94 and I 35W. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near CR 52 / Nicollet Avenue South.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 9 decision points packed into just 18.5 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 28m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (CR 52 / Nicollet Avenue South): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 1.2 miles: Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 1.4 miles (I 35W): Merge point - match speed before joining. 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 28m. Total distance: 18.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
28m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (79%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 9.9 miles on I 94. 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 52 / Nicollet Avenue South): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 1.2 miles: Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 1.4 miles (I 35W): Merge point - match speed before joining. 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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