Origin
Cascade, MI
Late night in Cascade on Thursday
Local time
1:18 AM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cascade, MI to Maple Grove, MI
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
40m
Distance
23.8 mi
38 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 37m
★
6 AM
0h 40m
8 AM
0h 47m
10 AM
0h 43m
12 PM
0h 42m
3 PM
0h 43m
5 PM
0h 47m
8 PM
0h 38m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Cascade, MI
Lorenza Magnaghi
Maple Grove, MI
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Trip Overview
The drive from Cascade, MI to Maple Grove, MI covers 23.8 miles and takes about 40m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US-41, County Road 480, County Road NC for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 13.9 miles on US-41. At current regular gas prices, budget about $3.72 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
11.9 miles from Cascade, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 23m into the drive .
Drive Character
The drive from Cascade, MI to Maple Grove, MI covers 23.8 miles and takes about 40m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 8 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US-41 is the longest continuous segment at about 13.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 2.5 miles in near CR 480 / County Road 480.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Cascade, MI to Maple Grove, MI is easy. At 40m with 58% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.5 miles (CR 480 / County Road 480): Navigation decision point; at 9.7 miles (US 41 / US-41): Navigation decision point; at 23.6 miles (Maple Grove Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach.
Critical Maneuvers
4 of 4 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
2.5 mi into trip
|
~9m in
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CR 480 / County Road 480
Turn right onto CR 480 / County Road 480
Navigation decision point
5
9.7 mi into trip
|
~20m in
|
US 41 / US-41
At end of road, turn right onto US 41 / US-41
Navigation decision point
5
23.6 mi into trip
|
~39m in
|
Maple Grove Road
Turn sharp left onto Maple Grove Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
4
23.8 mi into trip
|
~40m in
|
McMaster Road
Turn right onto McMaster Road
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US-41 | 13.9 mi | 19m |
| County Road 480 | 7.2 mi | 10m |
| County Road NC | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| County Road NG | 0.7 mi | 2m |
| Maple Grove Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| McMaster Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US-41
— 13.9 mi, about 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cascade, MI and Maple Grove, MI.
1
Start on this road
1.0 mi
·
3 min
·
this road
2
Continue on County Road NC
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
County Road NC
3
Continue on County Road NG
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
County Road NG
4
Turn right onto CR 480
7.2 mi
·
10 min
·
County Road 480
5
At end of road, turn right onto US 41
14 mi
·
19 min
·
US-41
6
Turn sharp left onto Maple Grove Road
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
Maple Grove Road
7
Turn right onto McMaster Road
124 ft
·
5 sec
·
McMaster Road
8
Arrive at destination
McMaster Road
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 11.9 miles from Cascade, MI, or about 23m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 13.9 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 23.8 miles or 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 11.9 miles or 23m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 35m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Maple Grove, MI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Have your navigation ready before leaving Cascade, MI.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Cascade, MI
This is one driving day of about 23.8 miles and 40m.
At 23.8 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on US-41 for about 13.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 11.9 mi from Cascade, MI · 23m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 23.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 11.9 miles from Cascade, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Maple Grove, MI
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Maple Grove, MI if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.72 one way
$7.44 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $4.09 | $8.17 |
| premium | $4.89 | $4.58 | $9.16 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.25 | $10.51 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.1 | 0 | $2.50 | $1.14 |
| Efficient EV | 6 | 0 | $2.08 | $0.95 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.5 | 0 | $3.33 | $1.52 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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
Maple Grove, MI
Late night in Maple Grove on Thursday
Local time
1:18 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°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
1 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
40m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Cascade, MI to Maple Grove, MI covers 23.8 miles and takes about 40m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US-41, County Road 480, County Road NC. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 11.9 miles from Cascade, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.72 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Cascade, MI to Maple Grove, MI is easy. At 40m with 58% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.5 miles (CR 480 / County Road 480): Navigation decision point; at 9.7 miles (US 41 / US-41): Navigation decision point; at 23.6 miles (Maple Grove Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach.
The route from Cascade, MI to Maple Grove, MI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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