Turtle River, MN to Brooklyn Park, MN is 218.6 miles and takes about 4h 31m via US 10, with a fuel budget near $36 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Minnesota, traversing the Midwest region. Expect a primarily highway experience for most of the drive. With a recommended one-day duration, this route is well-suited for a straightforward trip without needing an overnight stay. It's a practical option if you're looking to cover ground efficiently between these two points.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
109.3 miles from Turtle River, MN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 20m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 10
86 mi
1h 39m
State Highway 64 Southwest
33.7 mi
42m
State 64
28.6 mi
35m
I 94
16.9 mi
18m
Washington Avenue South
13.7 mi
17m
Voyageur Highway
11.2 mi
14m
State Highway 200
4.6 mi
5m
Paul Bunyan Expressway
4.5 mi
5m
Longest stretch:
US 10
— 86 mi, about 1h 39m
Traffic on I-94
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 28 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~3,797 veh/hr typical
· worst 4,595
Quietest
2 AM
~202 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
18.8×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 99 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Turtle River, MN and Brooklyn Park, MN.
0.9 mi·1 min·State Highway 87 Southwest / State 64
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Turn right onto MN 64
34 mi·42 min·State Highway 64 Southwest
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At end of road, turn right onto MN 210
0.3 mi·20 sec·State Highway 210
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At end of road, turn left onto US 10
60 mi·1 hr 8 min·US 10
Use the right lane.
18
Keep slight left at fork onto US 10
26 mi·30 min·US 10
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Turn right onto 165th Avenue Southeast
1.8 mi·2 min·165th Avenue Southeast
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Continue on Park Boulevard Southeast
1.4 mi·1 min·Park Boulevard Southeast
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Continue on County Road 11
0.7 mi·57 sec·County Road 11
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Turn right onto MN 25
0.1 mi·11 sec·State Highway 25
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Continue on MN 25
0.3 mi·42 sec·Pine Street
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Turn left onto CR 75
1.5 mi·2 min·Broadway Street East
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Turn right onto CR 18
0.3 mi·40 sec·Fenning Avenue
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Take the ramp
0.4 mi·54 sec
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Merge onto I 94
17 mi·18 min·I 94
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
28
Take the exit onto MN 610
2.6 mi·2 min·MN 610
Exit 212Toward MN 610 EastUse the straight / slight right lanes.
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Take the exit
0.3 mi·40 sec
Exit 2A-BToward CR 81 South, CR 130: Elm Creek BoulevardUse the straight / slight right lanes.
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Continue on CR 81
2.4 mi·3 min·County Road 81
Use the left lane.
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Keep slight right at fork onto CR 81
0.6 mi·59 sec·County Road 81
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Continue on CR 81
1.3 mi·1 min·Bottineau Boulevard
Use the left lane.
33
Turn left onto CR 130
1.4 mi·2 min·Brooklyn Boulevard
Use the left lane.
34
Arrive at destination
CR 14
Trip Plan
Given the 4h 31m estimated drive time, leaving in the morning is your best bet to complete this 218.6-mile trip within daylight hours. You'll only need one stop for fuel and rest, so plan this break strategically around the halfway point or where you feel most comfortable. Pay attention to the transition from highway to surface roads, as this often means more local traffic and slower speeds. The $36 fuel estimate is helpful for budgeting, but always keep an eye on your gauge, especially during the 86-mile stretch on US 10.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 109.3 miles from Turtle River, MN, or about 2h 20m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 86 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 48 miles or 1h 3m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 109.3 miles or 2h 20m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 40m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Brooklyn Park, MN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Turtle River, MN so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Turtle River, MN
This is one driving day of about 218.6 miles and 4h 31m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 48 miles from Turtle River, MN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on US 10 for about 86 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 21
5 decision points cluster between mile 11 and 212.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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11 mi into trip|~16m in|US 71 / Voyageur Highway
Enter roundabout onto US 71 / Voyageur Highway
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
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17.1 mi into trip|~24m in|US 71
Take the exit onto US 71 toward US 71 South, MN 197: Park Rapids, Bemidji
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 71 South, MN 197: Park Rapids, Bemidj...
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100.8 mi into trip|~2h 10m in|US 10
At end of road, turn left onto US 10
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
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210.1 mi into trip|~4h 18m in|MN 610
Take the exit onto MN 610 toward MN 610 East
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 212
Toward MN 610 East
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212.7 mi into trip|~4h 21m in
Take the exit toward CR 81 South, CR 130: Elm Creek 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.
Exit 2A-B
Toward CR 81 South, CR 130: Elm Creek Boulevard
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$36.92 one way
$73.84 round trip
$4.29/gal25.4 MPG avg77 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.77
$41.04
$82.09
premium
$5.31
$45.67
$91.33
diesel
$6.18
$53.22
$106.44
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$37
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$62–$87
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 76.5 kg one way.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
65.6
0
$22.95
$10.49
Efficient EV
54.7
0
$19.13
$8.74
EV Truck/SUV
87.4
1
$30.60
$13.99
Gas CO2
76 kg
EV CO2
26 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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.
Forecast as of Oct 17, 2026
Origin
Turtle River, MN
Morning
in Turtle River on Sunday
Local time
8:12 AM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Sunny
SSW 12 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Freeze Warning
Freeze Warning issued October 17 at 3:49AM CDT until October 17 at 9:00AM CDT by NWS Aberdeen SD
Freeze Warning
Freeze Warning issued October 17 at 3:24AM CDT until October 17 at 9:00AM CDT by NWS Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN
Destination
Brooklyn Park, MN
Morning
in Brooklyn Park on Sunday
Local time
8:12 AM
CDT
Current temp
58°F
Sunny
SSW 10 to 15 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Freeze Warning
Freeze Warning issued October 17 at 3:49AM CDT until October 17 at 9:00AM CDT by NWS Aberdeen SD
Freeze Warning
Freeze Warning issued October 17 at 3:24AM CDT until October 17 at 9:00AM CDT by NWS Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
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
3 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
4h 31m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
You'll spend about 69% of this 218.6-mile trip on highways, which means a good portion involves higher speeds and fewer intersections. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 86 miles on US 10. After the main highway sections, you'll transition to surface roads for the remainder of the trip. Be prepared for a noticeable shift in pace and traffic density as you move from the highway to these local roads.
69% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
34 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 86 mi on US 10.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 10 and State Highway 64 Southwest. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 11 miles in near US 71 / Voyageur Highway.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 21 significant decision points across 218.6 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 11 miles (US 71 / Voyageur Highway): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 17.1 miles (US 71): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 100.8 miles (US 10): Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,616 ft876 ft
Total Climb
299 ft
Total Descent
747 ft
Highest Point
1,616 ft
~46.8 mi in
Elevation Range
740 ft
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 Turtle River, MN to Brooklyn Park, MN, road signs begin pointing toward Bemidji along the way.
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 31m. Total distance: 218.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 31m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 86 miles on US 10. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 11 miles (US 71 / Voyageur Highway): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 17.1 miles (US 71): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 100.8 miles (US 10): Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 4.5 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.0 hours — manageable with a long break at Brooklyn Park, MN, but most travelers stay overnight.
