Origin
Grand Rapids, MN
Afternoon in Grand Rapids on Sunday
Local time
3:29 PM
CDT
Current temp
36°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Grand Rapids, MN to Maple Grove, MN
Drive Time
3h 29m
Distance
165.5 mi
266 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$24
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 17m
★
6 AM
3h 29m
8 AM
3h 54m
10 AM
3h 38m
12 PM
3h 35m
3 PM
3h 39m
5 PM
3h 53m
8 PM
3h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Grand Rapids, MN
Tom Fisk
Maple Grove, MN
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
Traveling from Grand Rapids to Maple Grove covers 165.5 miles, a journey that typically takes about 3 hours and 29 minutes. This trip is perfectly manageable as a single-day excursion, making it an efficient way to transition between these two Minnesota locations. You should budget approximately $24 for fuel to complete the transit. By utilizing a combination of US Highway 169, Voyageur Highway, and I-94, you will stay firmly within the Midwest region throughout the entire drive. Because the duration is under four hours, you have the flexibility to make the trip in one go without the need for an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
82.7 miles from Grand Rapids, MN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 52m into the drive .
Drive Character
This highway-focused route is defined by a mix of steady travel and changing road types, with 65% of the journey spent on highways. You will experience a significant 91-mile stretch on US Highway 169, which serves as the longest uninterrupted portion of your trip. As you transition from the northern reaches of Grand Rapids toward the suburban environment of Maple Grove, the character of the road shifts from regional highway driving to the more structured environment of the interstate system. Expect a consistent pace behind the wheel as you navigate these major thoroughfares. The route is designed for efficiency, prioritizing direct movement between your start and end points.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US Highway 169 is the longest continuous segment at about 91 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US Highway 169 and Voyageur Highway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 18.4 miles in.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 165.5 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 18.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 54 miles (US Highway 169): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 163.1 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
18.4 mi into trip
|
~32m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
54 mi into trip
|
~1h 18m in
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US Highway 169
Enter roundabout onto US Highway 169
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
7
163.1 mi into trip
|
~3h 25m 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
164.7 mi into trip
|
~3h 27m 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
165 mi into trip
|
~3h 28m in
|
CR 10 / Bass Lake Road
Turn right onto CR 10 / Bass Lake Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Grand Rapids, MN to Maple Grove, MN, road signs begin pointing toward Saint Paul along the way.
Saint Paul
154.1 mi in
|
~3h 15m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US Highway 169 | 91 mi | 1h 45m |
| Voyageur Highway | 50 mi | 1h 12m |
| I 94 | 8.3 mi | 9m |
| MN 101 | 6.9 mi | 8m |
| Central Avenue | 2.3 mi | 2m |
| North Pokegama Avenue | 2.1 mi | 2m |
| I 494 | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| Minnesota Avenue North | 1 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
US Highway 169
— 91 mi, about 1h 45m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Grand Rapids, MN and Maple Grove, MN.
1
Start on Northwest 5th Street
467 ft
·
14 sec
·
Northwest 5th Street
2
Turn right onto North Pokegama Avenue
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
North Pokegama Avenue
3
Continue on US 169
16 mi
·
29 min
·
Voyageur Highway
4
Turn left
89 ft
·
1 sec
5
Keep slight right at fork
352 ft
·
4 sec
6
Merge onto US 169
34 mi
·
42 min
·
Voyageur Highway
7
Continue on US 169; MN 210
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
2nd Street Northeast
8
Turn left onto US 169
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Minnesota Avenue North
9
Continue on US 169
0.2 mi
·
13 sec
·
US Highway 169
10
Enter roundabout onto US Highway 169
176 ft
·
2 sec
·
US Highway 169
11
Continue on US Highway 169
55 mi
·
1 hr 4 min
·
US Highway 169
12
Continue on US 169
2.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Central Avenue
13
Continue on US 169
9.5 mi
·
10 min
·
US Highway 169
14
Keep slight right at fork onto US 169
26 mi
·
30 min
·
US Highway 169
15
Continue on US 169
383 ft
·
4 sec
·
POW/MIA Memorial Highway
16
Continue on MN 101
6.9 mi
·
8 min
·
MN 101
Use the none lane.
17
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 94 East: Minneapolis, Saint Paul
18
Merge onto I 94
8.3 mi
·
9 min
·
I 94
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
19
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
31 sec
Exit 216
Toward I 494 South
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Continue on I 494
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
I 494
21
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Exit 26
Toward CR 10: Bass Lake Road
Use the slight right lane.
22
Turn right onto CR 10
0.5 mi
·
50 sec
·
Bass Lake Road
Use the right lane.
23
Arrive at destination
CR 10
Trip Plan
Planning for this 165.5-mile drive is straightforward since it only requires one planned stop to keep your trip comfortable. To maximize your time, consider leaving early in the day to avoid potential traffic congestion as you approach the Maple Grove area. Because the route relies heavily on US Highway 169, keep a close eye on your fuel levels before starting that 91-mile stretch to ensure you aren't searching for a station during the middle of the longest leg. Flexibility is your biggest advantage here, as the relatively short duration allows you to adjust your departure based on your personal schedule. Use your single stop strategically to stretch your legs and refuel, which will help you arrive in Maple Grove feeling refreshed.
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 82.7 miles from Grand Rapids, MN, or about 1h 52m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 91 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 80 miles or 1h 49m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 82.7 miles or 1h 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 2h 53m
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 Grand Rapids, 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 Grand Rapids, MN
This is one driving day of about 165.5 miles and 3h 29m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Grand Rapids, 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 Highway 169 for about 91 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 82.7 mi from Grand Rapids, MN · 1h 52m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
83 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 82.7 miles from Grand Rapids, MN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US Highway 169 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 91 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
$23.67 one way
$47.34 round trip
$3.63/gal
25.4 MPG avg
58 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $3.92 | $25.55 | $51.10 |
| premium | $4.39 | $28.62 | $57.23 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $36.77 | $73.54 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$24
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 57.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 49.7 | 0 | $17.38 | $7.94 |
| Efficient EV | 41.4 | 0 | $14.48 | $6.62 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 66.2 | 0 | $23.17 | $10.59 |
Gas CO2
58 kg
EV CO2
19 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
Maple Grove, MN
Afternoon in Maple Grove on Sunday
Local time
3:29 PM
CDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 29m 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 Grand Rapids, MN to Maple Grove, MN covers 165.5 miles and takes about 3h 29m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US Highway 169, Voyageur Highway, I 94. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 82.7 miles from Grand Rapids, MN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $23.67 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 165.5 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 18.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 54 miles (US Highway 169): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 163.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Grand Rapids, MN to Maple Grove, MN, road signs begin pointing toward Saint Paul along the way.
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