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Albert Lea Travel Information Center
Albert Lea Travel Information Center sits on I-35 near Albert Lea in Freeborn County (mile 1), northbound. Truckers get 29 dedicated spaces, per FHWA data. On record: restrooms, drinking water and picnic tables. The next stop north is Straight River Rest Area, about 34 miles on. Rochester, MN is the closest big city, about 56 miles away as the crow flies.
| Highway | I-35 · Northbound |
|---|---|
| Mile marker | 1 |
| Location | Albert Lea, Freeborn County, Minnesota Directions (43.5162, -93.3528) |
| Amenities | Restrooms, Drinking water, Picnic tables |
| Truck parking | 29 spaces (FHWA survey) |
Sources: U.S. DOT truck parking data (FHWA, 2019); OpenStreetMap volunteers for the facilities. Closed, moved or wrong? Tell us.
Next rest stops on I-35
Heading northbound
Straight River Rest Area
about 34 miles · Rest area near Hope
Heading southbound
Iowa Welcome Center
about 5.6 miles · Welcome center in Iowa
Food and fuel: Emporia Service Area, about 464 mi
Overnight parking
Plan for a break of no more than 4 hours (10 for trucks); that is the Minnesota limit.
Rest stops on other highways nearby
- Hayward Rest Area Rest area14 truck spaces
- Oakland Woods Rest Area Rest area10 truck spaces
Straight-line distances.
More rest stops
All rest stops on I-35 in Minnesota · I-35 in all states · Rest areas in Minnesota · Rest stop finder
Frequently asked questions
Where is Albert Lea Travel Information Center?
On I-35 northbound at mile 1 near Albert Lea in Freeborn County, Minnesota. Follow the highway signs; the Directions link helps if you come from a side road.
Which direction does Albert Lea Travel Information Center serve?
Northbound traffic on I-35.
Does Albert Lea Travel Information Center have restrooms?
Yes, restrooms are mapped here.
How far is the next rest stop after Albert Lea Travel Information Center?
Northbound: Straight River Rest Area, about 34 miles. Southbound: Iowa Welcome Center, about 5.6 miles.
Can you sleep at Albert Lea Travel Information Center?
Plan for a break of no more than 4 hours (10 for trucks); that is the Minnesota limit.
Is there truck parking at Albert Lea Travel Information Center?
Yes. The federal survey counted 29 spaces for trucks.
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