Origin
Maple Grove, MN
Late night in Maple Grove on Friday
Local time
12:31 AM
CDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Maple Grove, MN to Hugo, MN
Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology
Drive Time
40m
Distance
33 mi
53 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
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.
Maple Grove, MN
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Hugo, MN
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
This straightforward 33-mile drive from Maple Grove, MN to Hugo, MN is a quick trip, estimated to take about 40 minutes. Designed as a single-day excursion, you won't need an overnight stay. The route is heavily highway-focused, with 88% of it on major interstates like I-694, I-35E, and I-94, making for an efficient journey. Expect a fuel cost of around $5 for this short distance. It's a practical option for moving between two points within the Midwest region of Minnesota, offering a no-frills travel experience.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 40m. Total distance: 33 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
40m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (88%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Prepare for a predominantly highway-focused experience, as this route is 88% interstate driving. You'll spend a significant portion of your time navigating I-694, which includes the longest uninterrupted stretch of 12.9 miles. The character of the drive is marked by the efficiency of major roadways, designed for straightforward travel rather than scenic exploration. While the specific roads will change as you transition between I-694, I-35E, and I-94, the overall feel remains consistent: a fast-paced journey through Minnesota's suburban and exurban landscapes.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 694 is the longest continuous segment at about 12.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 694 and I 35E. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 11 decision points packed into just 33 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 40m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 8.8 miles (I 694): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.
7
0.6 mi into trip
|
~1m in
Turn left toward I 494 North
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 494 North
8
2 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 94 East, I 694 East
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 94 East, I 694 East
6
8.8 mi into trip
|
~11m in
|
I 694
Keep slight left at fork onto I 694
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
21.7 mi into trip
|
~26m in
|
I 35E
Keep slight left at fork onto I 35E toward I 35E North: Duluth
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 35E North: Duluth
7
30.6 mi into trip
|
~35m in
Take the exit toward CR 14 East
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 123A
Toward CR 14 East
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 Maple Grove, MN to Hugo, MN, road signs begin pointing toward Cr 14 East along the way.
Cr 14 East
30.6 mi in
|
~35m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 694 | 12.9 mi | 14m |
| I 35E | 8.9 mi | 9m |
| I 94 | 6.3 mi | 7m |
| Frenchman Road North | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| I 494 | 1 mi | 1m |
| Bass Lake Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Forest Boulevard North | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 694
— 12.9 mi, about 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Maple Grove, MN and Hugo, MN.
1
Start on CR 10
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Bass Lake Road
2
Turn left
316 ft
·
9 sec
Toward I 494 North
Use the left lane.
3
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
Toward I 494 North
4
Merge onto I 494
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
I 494
5
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
35 sec
Toward I 94 East, I 694 East
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
6
Merge onto I 94; I 694
6.3 mi
·
7 min
·
I 94; I 694
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork onto I 694
12 mi
·
12 min
·
I 694
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 694
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
I 694
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 35E
8.9 mi
·
9 min
·
I 35E
Toward I 35E North: Duluth
Use the slight left lane.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Exit 123A
Toward CR 14 East
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Turn right onto CR 14
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
Main Street
Use the right lane.
12
Continue on CH 8
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Frenchman Road North
13
Turn left onto US 61
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
Forest Boulevard North
14
Arrive at destination
US 61
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.91 one way
$9.82 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $5.29 | $10.58 |
| premium | $4.53 | $5.89 | $11.78 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.29 | $14.57 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.9 | 0 | $3.47 | $1.58 |
| Efficient EV | 8.3 | 0 | $2.89 | $1.32 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.2 | 0 | $4.62 | $2.11 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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
Hugo, MN
Late night in Hugo on Friday
Local time
12:31 AM
CDT
Current temp
71°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
25 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
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 Maple Grove, MN to Hugo, MN covers 33 miles and takes about 40m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 694, I 35E, 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 16.5 miles from Maple Grove, MN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.91 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.
This is a short but busy drive. With 11 decision points packed into just 33 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 40m.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 8.8 miles (I 694): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Maple Grove, MN to Hugo, MN, road signs begin pointing toward Cr 14 East along the way.
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