Origin
Nashwauk, MN
Morning in Nashwauk on Monday
Local time
7:54 AM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Nashwauk, MN to Maple Grove, MN
Drive Time
3h 44m
Distance
182.5 mi
294 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$26
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 32m
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6 AM
3h 45m
8 AM
4h 10m
10 AM
3h 53m
12 PM
3h 51m
3 PM
3h 55m
5 PM
4h 9m
8 PM
3h 37m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Maple Grove, MN
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
The drive from Nashwauk, MN to Maple Grove, MN covers 182.5 miles and takes about 3h 44m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on MN 65, State Highway 65, US Highway 169 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 54.7 miles on MN 65. At current regular gas prices, budget about $26.10 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
91.2 miles from Nashwauk, MN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 56m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 3h 44m highway drive covering 182.5 miles, with most of the trip on MN 65 and State Highway 65. The longest continuous stretch is about 54.7 miles on MN 65.
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 65 is the longest continuous segment at about 54.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on MN 65 and State Highway 65. You will hit about 15 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 22.3 miles in near MN 65.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 182.5 miles you will encounter 15 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 22.3 miles (MN 65): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 171.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 180.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
22.3 mi into trip
|
~28m in
|
MN 65
Enter roundabout onto MN 65
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
171.1 mi into trip
|
~3h 30m in
Take the exit toward I 94 East: Minneapolis, Saint Paul
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 94 East: Minneapolis, Saint Paul
7
180.1 mi into trip
|
~3h 40m 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
181.7 mi into trip
|
~3h 43m 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
182 mi into trip
|
~3h 43m 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 Nashwauk, MN to Maple Grove, MN, road signs begin pointing toward Saint Paul along the way.
Saint Paul
171.1 mi in
|
~3h 30m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MN 65 | 54.7 mi | 1h 8m |
| State Highway 65 | 53.4 mi | 1h 7m |
| US Highway 169 | 32.9 mi | 37m |
| MN 23 | 18.3 mi | 20m |
| I 94 | 8.3 mi | 9m |
| MN 101 | 6.9 mi | 8m |
| US 169 | 2.7 mi | 3m |
| I 494 | 1.2 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
MN 65
— 54.7 mi, about 1h 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Nashwauk, MN and Maple Grove, MN.
1
Start on this road
79 ft
·
11 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto MN 65
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
1st Street
3
Turn right onto US 169; MN 65
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
US 169; MN 65
4
Turn left onto MN 65
19 mi
·
23 min
·
MN 65
5
Enter roundabout onto MN 65
135 ft
·
1 sec
·
MN 65
6
Continue on MN 65
36 mi
·
45 min
·
MN 65
7
Turn left onto MN 210; MN 65
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
West Highway 210
8
Take the exit onto MN 65
53 mi
·
1 hr 7 min
·
State Highway 65
9
Turn right onto MN 23
18 mi
·
20 min
·
MN 23
10
Turn left
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
11
Merge onto US 169
6.5 mi
·
7 min
·
US Highway 169
12
Keep slight right at fork onto US 169
26 mi
·
30 min
·
US Highway 169
13
Continue on US 169
383 ft
·
4 sec
·
POW/MIA Memorial Highway
14
Continue on MN 101
6.9 mi
·
8 min
·
MN 101
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 94 East: Minneapolis, Saint Paul
16
Merge onto I 94
8.3 mi
·
9 min
·
I 94
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
31 sec
Exit 216
Toward I 494 South
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Continue on I 494
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
I 494
19
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Exit 26
Toward CR 10: Bass Lake Road
Use the slight right lane.
20
Turn right onto CR 10
0.5 mi
·
50 sec
·
Bass Lake Road
Use the right lane.
21
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 91.2 miles from Nashwauk, MN, or about 1h 56m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 54.7 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 42m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 91.2 miles or 1h 56m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 5m
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 Nashwauk, MN so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 Nashwauk, MN
This is one driving day of about 182.5 miles and 3h 44m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Nashwauk, 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 MN 65 for about 54.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 91.2 mi from Nashwauk, MN · 1h 56m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
91 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 91.2 miles from Nashwauk, MN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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
$26.10 one way
$52.21 round trip
$3.63/gal
25.4 MPG avg
64 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $3.92 | $28.17 | $56.35 |
| premium | $4.39 | $31.56 | $63.11 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $40.55 | $81.09 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$26
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 63.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 54.8 | 0 | $19.16 | $8.76 |
| Efficient EV | 45.6 | 0 | $15.97 | $7.30 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 73 | 0 | $25.55 | $11.68 |
Gas CO2
64 kg
EV CO2
21 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
Morning in Maple Grove on Monday
Local time
7:54 AM
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
22 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 44m 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 Nashwauk, MN to Maple Grove, MN covers 182.5 miles and takes about 3h 44m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are MN 65, State Highway 65, US Highway 169. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 91.2 miles from Nashwauk, MN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $26.10 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 182.5 miles you will encounter 15 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 22.3 miles (MN 65): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 171.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 180.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Nashwauk, MN to Maple Grove, MN, road signs begin pointing toward Saint Paul along the way.
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