Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology
Drive Time
1h 13m
Distance
49.5 mi
80 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
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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Stockholm, MN
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The drive from Maple Grove, MN to Stockholm, MN covers 49.5 miles and takes about 1h 13m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 12, Officer Bill Mathews Memorial Highwa, Babcock Boulevard for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 12.2 miles on US 12. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.37 one way before food or hotel costs.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 13m. Total distance: 49.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 13m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (37%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile.
The drive from Maple Grove, MN to Stockholm, MN covers 49.5 miles and takes about 1h 13m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in.
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 49.5 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 6.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Take the ramp toward I 494 South
Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork toward I 494 South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward US 12 West: Wayzata
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork toward US 12 West: Wayzata
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto CR 3 / County Road 3 Southwest
Lane positioning matters here
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 12 | 12.2 mi | 16m |
| Officer Bill Mathews Memorial Highwa | 11 mi | 14m |
| Babcock Boulevard | 6.1 mi | 8m |
| I 494 | 6.1 mi | 7m |
| 60th Street Southwest | 4.9 mi | 8m |
| County Road 3 Southwest | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| County Road 30 Southwest | 1.8 mi | 4m |
| Nelson Boulevard | 1.1 mi | 2m |
Step-by-step road directions between Maple Grove, MN and Stockholm, MN.
Start on CR 10
Take the ramp
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 494
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto US 12
Enter roundabout onto US 12
Continue on US 12
Keep slight right at fork onto US 12
Continue on US 12
Continue on US 12
Continue on US 12
Turn slight right onto US 12; MN 25
Merge onto US 12; MN 25
Continue on US 12; MN 25
Continue on US 12
Continue on US 12
Continue on US 12
Continue on US 12
Continue on US 12
Continue on US 12
Turn left onto CR 31
Turn left onto CR 3
Turn right onto CR 30
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 24.8 mi from Maple Grove, MN · 33m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
25 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.
A short stop after about 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 24.8 miles from Maple Grove, MN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Stockholm, 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.
Regular Gas
$7.37 one way
$14.73 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $7.94 | $15.88 |
| premium | $4.53 | $8.83 | $17.66 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.93 | $21.86 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.9 | 0 | $5.20 | $2.38 |
| Efficient EV | 12.4 | 0 | $4.33 | $1.98 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.8 | 0 | $6.93 | $3.17 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Maple Grove on Friday
Local time
12:37 AM
CDT
Current temp
60°F
Partly Cloudy
Destination
Late night in Stockholm on Friday
Local time
12:37 AM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
69°F
Rockford, MN
25 mi in
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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