Origin
Erie, MN
Afternoon in Erie on Thursday
Local time
1:05 PM
CDT
Current temp
37°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Erie, MN to Maple Grove, MN
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
5h 42m
Distance
290.8 mi
468 km
Drive Score
10/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$43
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 30m
★
6 AM
5h 43m
8 AM
6h 9m
10 AM
5h 52m
12 PM
5h 49m
3 PM
5h 53m
5 PM
6h 8m
8 PM
5h 35m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Erie, MN
Tom Fisk
Maple Grove, MN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Erie, MN to Maple Grove, MN covers 290.8 miles and takes about 5h 42m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 59, West Mason Avenue, US 10 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 85 miles on US 59. At current regular gas prices, budget about $43.28 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
145.4 miles from Erie, MN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 52m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 42m. Total distance: 290.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 42m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (61%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 5h 42m highway drive covering 290.8 miles, with most of the trip on US 59 and West Mason Avenue. The longest continuous stretch is about 85 miles on US 59.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 59 is the longest continuous segment at about 85 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 59 and West Mason Avenue. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 3.6 miles in near CH 3 / Center Street East.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 290.8 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 3.6 miles (CH 3 / Center Street East): Navigation decision point; at 149 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 288.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
3.6 mi into trip
|
~8m in
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CH 3 / Center Street East
At end of road, turn right onto CH 3 / Center Street East
Navigation decision point
5
149 mi into trip
|
~2h 56m in
Enter roundabout
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
7
288.4 mi into trip
|
~5h 39m in
Take the exit toward I 494 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 216
Toward I 494 South
7
290 mi into trip
|
~5h 41m in
Take the exit toward CR 10: Bass Lake Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 26
Toward CR 10: Bass Lake Road
6
290.3 mi into trip
|
~5h 42m in
|
CR 10 / Bass Lake Road
Turn right onto CR 10 / Bass Lake Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 59 | 85 mi | 1h 36m |
| West Mason Avenue | 78.4 mi | 1h 29m |
| US 10 | 71.1 mi | 1h 22m |
| I 94 | 21.1 mi | 22m |
| Center Street East | 15.4 mi | 19m |
| Ash Avenue Northwest | 7.3 mi | 8m |
| 350th Avenue Northeast | 3.6 mi | 8m |
| 165th Avenue Southeast | 1.8 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
US 59
— 85 mi, about 1h 36m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Erie, MN and Maple Grove, MN.
1
Start on CH 26
3.6 mi
·
8 min
·
350th Avenue Northeast
2
At end of road, turn right onto CH 3
15 mi
·
19 min
·
Center Street East
3
Keep straight at fork
178 ft
·
3 sec
4
Turn left onto US 59
85 mi
·
1 hr 36 min
·
US 59
5
Turn left onto US 10
45 mi
·
51 min
·
US 10
6
Enter roundabout
103 ft
·
1 sec
7
Continue
66 ft
·
0 sec
8
Turn straight onto US 10
7.3 mi
·
8 min
·
Ash Avenue Northwest
9
Continue on US 10
78 mi
·
1 hr 29 min
·
West Mason Avenue
Use the right lane.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto US 10
26 mi
·
30 min
·
US 10
11
Turn right onto 165th Avenue Southeast
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
165th Avenue Southeast
12
Continue on Park Boulevard Southeast
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Park Boulevard Southeast
13
Continue on County Road 11
0.7 mi
·
57 sec
·
County Road 11
14
Turn right onto MN 25
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
State Highway 25
15
Continue on MN 25
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
Pine Street
16
Turn left onto CR 75
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Broadway Street East
17
Turn right onto CR 18
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
Fenning Avenue
18
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
19
Merge onto I 94
21 mi
·
22 min
·
I 94
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
31 sec
Exit 216
Toward I 494 South
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Continue on I 494
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
I 494
22
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Exit 26
Toward CR 10: Bass Lake Road
Use the slight right lane.
23
Turn right onto CR 10
0.5 mi
·
50 sec
·
Bass Lake Road
Use the right lane.
24
Arrive at destination
CR 10
Trip Plan
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 145.4 miles from Erie, MN, or about 2h 52m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 85 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 64 miles or 1h 19m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 145.4 miles or 2h 52m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 39m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Maple Grove, MN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Erie, MN so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Erie, MN
This is one driving day of about 290.8 miles and 5h 42m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 64 miles from Erie, 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 59 for about 85 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 145.4 mi from Erie, MN · 2h 52m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
145 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 64 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 145.4 miles from Erie, MN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 59 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 85 miles.
Arriving in Maple Grove, MN
The final approach into Maple Grove, MN usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Maple Grove, MN.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$43.28 one way
$86.55 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
102 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $46.63 | $93.26 |
| premium | $4.53 | $51.89 | $103.77 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $64.20 | $128.41 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$43
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$68–$93
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 101.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $31 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 87.2 | 1 | $30.53 | $13.96 |
| Efficient EV | 72.7 | 0 | $25.45 | $11.63 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 116.3 | 1 | $40.71 | $18.61 |
Gas CO2
102 kg
EV CO2
34 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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, MN
Afternoon in Maple Grove on Thursday
Local time
1:05 PM
CDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
40°F
Little Falls, MN
145 mi in
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
9 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
5h 42m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Erie, MN to Maple Grove, MN covers 290.8 miles and takes about 5h 42m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 59, West Mason Avenue, US 10. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 145.4 miles from Erie, MN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $43.28 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 290.8 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 3.6 miles (CH 3 / Center Street East): Navigation decision point; at 149 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 288.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Erie, MN to Maple Grove, MN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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