Origin
Maple Grove, MN
Morning in Maple Grove on Friday
Local time
11:58 AM
CDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Maple Grove, MN to Hutchinson, MN
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 17m
Distance
57.7 mi
93 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 12m
★
6 AM
1h 18m
8 AM
1h 30m
10 AM
1h 22m
12 PM
1h 21m
3 PM
1h 23m
5 PM
1h 29m
8 PM
1h 14m
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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Hutchinson, MN
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
The drive from Maple Grove, MN to Hutchinson, MN covers 57.7 miles and takes about 1h 17m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on MN 7, Minnesota State Highway 7, I 494 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 33 miles on MN 7. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.59 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 17m. Total distance: 57.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 17m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (96%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 17m highway drive covering 57.7 miles, with most of the trip on MN 7 and Minnesota State Highway 7. The longest continuous stretch is about 33 miles on MN 7.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
MN 7 is the longest continuous segment at about 33 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on MN 7 and Minnesota State Highway 7. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in.
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 57.7 miles you will encounter 12 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 0.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 0.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 0.8 miles (I 494): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.5 mi into trip
|
~0m in
Take the ramp toward I 494 South
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 494 South
8
0.5 mi into trip
|
~1m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 494 South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 494 South
5
0.8 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
I 494
Merge onto I 494
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
10.1 mi into trip
|
~13m in
Take the exit toward MN 7 West
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 16B
Toward MN 7 West
5
57.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 17m in
|
MN 15 / Main Street South
Turn left onto MN 15 / Main Street South
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MN 7 | 33 mi | 42m |
| Minnesota State Highway 7 | 13.2 mi | 18m |
| I 494 | 9.3 mi | 11m |
| Bass Lake Road | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| 2nd Avenue Southeast | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Adams Street Southeast | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Main Street South | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Adams Street Northeast | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
MN 7
— 33 mi, about 42m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Maple Grove, MN and Hutchinson, MN.
1
Start on CR 10
0.5 mi
·
54 sec
·
Bass Lake Road
2
Take the ramp
293 ft
·
7 sec
Toward I 494 South
Use the right lane.
3
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Toward I 494 South
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Merge onto I 494
9.3 mi
·
11 min
·
I 494
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 16B
Toward MN 7 West
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Turn straight onto MN 7
13 mi
·
18 min
·
Minnesota State Highway 7
7
Enter roundabout onto MN 7
132 ft
·
2 sec
·
MN 7
8
Continue on MN 7
5.8 mi
·
7 min
·
MN 7
9
Enter roundabout onto MN 7
151 ft
·
2 sec
·
MN 7
10
Continue on MN 7
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
MN 7
11
Enter roundabout onto MN 7
163 ft
·
2 sec
·
MN 7
12
Continue on MN 7
9.0 mi
·
11 min
·
MN 7
13
Enter roundabout onto MN 7
120 ft
·
1 sec
·
MN 7
14
Continue on MN 7
16 mi
·
20 min
·
MN 7
15
Turn left onto CR 25
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
Bluff Street Northeast
16
Continue on CR 25
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
Adams Street Northeast
17
Continue on CR 25
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Adams Street Southeast
18
Turn right onto 2nd Avenue Southeast
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
2nd Avenue Southeast
19
Turn left onto MN 15
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Main Street South
20
Turn right onto 4th Avenue Southwest
129 ft
·
5 sec
·
4th Avenue Southwest
21
Arrive at destination
4th Avenue Southwest
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 28.8 mi from Maple Grove, MN · 39m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 28.8 miles from Maple Grove, MN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Hutchinson, MN
The final approach into Hutchinson, MN usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.59 one way
$17.17 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $9.25 | $18.50 |
| premium | $4.53 | $10.30 | $20.59 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.74 | $25.48 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.3 | 0 | $6.06 | $2.77 |
| Efficient EV | 14.4 | 0 | $5.05 | $2.31 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.1 | 0 | $8.08 | $3.69 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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
Hutchinson, MN
Morning in Hutchinson on Friday
Local time
11:58 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
1h 17m 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 Hutchinson, MN covers 57.7 miles and takes about 1h 17m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are MN 7, Minnesota State Highway 7, I 494. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 28.8 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 $8.59 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 57.7 miles you will encounter 12 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 0.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 0.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 0.8 miles (I 494): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Maple Grove, MN to Hutchinson, MN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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