Origin
Sunrise, MN
Morning in Sunrise on Tuesday
Local time
7:50 AM
CDT
Current temp
38°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Sunrise, 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 9m
Distance
52.5 mi
85 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 4m
★
6 AM
1h 9m
8 AM
1h 20m
10 AM
1h 13m
12 PM
1h 12m
3 PM
1h 14m
5 PM
1h 20m
8 PM
1h 6m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Sunrise, MN
Tom Fisk
Brooklyn Park, MN
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Sunrise to Brooklyn Park, you can expect a straightforward 52.5-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 9 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a quick day trip, as it requires no overnight stays to complete comfortably. You will spend roughly 77% of your time on highways, primarily utilizing I-35, I-35W, and MN-610. With a fuel budget of approximately $8, this drive is an economical way to navigate between these two Minnesota locations. Whether you are commuting or heading out for a short excursion, the transit is efficient and keeps you within the heart of the Midwest.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 35 | 20.2 mi | 21m |
| I 35W | 11.3 mi | 12m |
| MN-610 | 5.3 mi | 6m |
| Saint Croix Trail | 4 mi | 7m |
| US 10 | 3.5 mi | 3m |
| Wilcox Road | 3 mi | 7m |
| Zane Avenue North | 2.4 mi | 4m |
| Main Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 35
— 20.2 mi, about 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sunrise, MN and Brooklyn Park, MN.
1
Start on River Road
287 ft
·
12 sec
·
River Road
2
Continue on Mill Street
0.2 mi
·
50 sec
·
Mill Street
3
Turn right onto Wilcox Road
3.0 mi
·
7 min
·
Wilcox Road
4
Turn left onto CR 67
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Keystone Avenue
5
Turn slight right onto MN 95
3.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Saint Croix Trail
6
Enter roundabout onto MN 95
107 ft
·
2 sec
·
Saint Croix Trail
7
Continue on MN 95
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
Saint Croix Trail
8
Continue on MN 95
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
9
Continue on MN 95
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
·
Saint Croix Trail
10
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward I 35 South: Saint Paul, Minneapolis
Use the left lane.
11
Merge onto I 35
20 mi
·
21 min
·
I 35
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight right at fork onto I 35W
11 mi
·
12 min
·
I 35W
Toward I 35W: Minneapolis
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
Exit 30
Toward US 10 West
Use the slight right lane.
14
Merge onto US 10
3.5 mi
·
3 min
·
US 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight right at fork onto MN 610
5.3 mi
·
6 min
·
MN-610
Use the slight right lane.
16
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
Exit 6
Toward CR 14: Zane Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Turn left onto CR 14
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Zane Avenue North
Use the left / straight lanes.
18
Arrive at destination
CR 14
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 26.3 miles from Sunrise, 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 8.7 and 49.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
8.7 mi into trip
|
~18m in
Turn left toward I 35 South: Saint Paul, Minneapolis
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward I 35 South: Saint Paul, Minneapolis
7
29.1 mi into trip
|
~40m in
|
I 35W
Keep slight right at fork onto I 35W toward I 35W: Minneapolis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward I 35W: Minneapolis
7
40.4 mi into trip
|
~52m in
Take the exit toward US 10 West
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 30
Toward US 10 West
6
44.4 mi into trip
|
~57m in
|
MN 610 / MN-610
Keep slight right at fork onto MN 610 / MN-610
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
7
49.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 3m in
Take the exit toward CR 14: Zane Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 6
Toward CR 14: Zane Avenue
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.81 one way
$15.63 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $8.42 | $16.84 |
| premium | $4.53 | $9.37 | $18.73 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.59 | $23.18 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.8 | 0 | $5.51 | $2.52 |
| Efficient EV | 13.1 | 0 | $4.59 | $2.10 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21 | 0 | $7.35 | $3.36 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Morning in Brooklyn Park on Tuesday
Local time
7:50 AM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Slight Chance Rain Showers
NNW 5 mph
22% chance
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
29 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 9m 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 a classic highway-focused experience, favoring speed and efficiency over winding backroads. You will spend a significant portion of your time on major interstates, with a notable 20.2-mile stretch on I-35 serving as the longest uninterrupted portion of the trip. The transition from the more rural feel of Sunrise into the suburban environment of Brooklyn Park is seamless due to the high highway percentage. Expect a consistent, fast-paced rhythm behind the wheel as you navigate these primary arteries. Because the route is designed for direct transit, you won't encounter technical local roads, allowing for a predictable and steady drive throughout the hour-long trip.
77% 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: 20.2 mi on I 35.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 35 and I 35W. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 8.7 miles in.
Driving Effort
9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 52.5 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 8.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 29.1 miles (I 35W): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 40.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
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 Sunrise, MN to Brooklyn Park, MN, road signs begin pointing toward Minneapolis along the way.
Minneapolis
8.7 mi in
|
~18m
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 9m. Total distance: 52.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 9m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (77%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 20.2 miles on I 35. 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 8.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 29.1 miles (I 35W): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 40.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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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