Origin
Royalton, MN
Evening in Royalton on Wednesday
Local time
8:44 PM
CDT
Current temp
35°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Royalton, MN to Maple Grove, MN
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 13m
Distance
73.2 mi
118 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 8m
★
6 AM
1h 14m
8 AM
1h 25m
10 AM
1h 18m
12 PM
1h 17m
3 PM
1h 18m
5 PM
1h 25m
8 PM
1h 10m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Royalton, MN
Tom Fisk
Maple Grove, MN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Royalton, MN to Maple Grove, MN covers 73.2 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 165th Avenue Southeast, Park Boulevard Southeast, County Road 11 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $10.89 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
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
36.6 miles from Royalton, MN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 36m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 13m drive with frequent turns across 73.2 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
165th Avenue Southeast is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Royalton, MN to Maple Grove, MN is easy. At 1h 13m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Royalton, MN to Maple Grove, MN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 165th Avenue Southeast | — | — |
| Park Boulevard Southeast | — | — |
| County Road 11 | — | — |
| Highway 25 | — | — |
| Pine Street | — | — |
| Broadway Street East | — | — |
| Fenning Avenue | — | — |
| I 494 South | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
165th Avenue Southeast
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Royalton, MN and Maple Grove, MN.
1
Start on West Centre Street
102 ft
·
5 sec
·
West Centre Street
2
Turn left
16 mi
·
18 min
3
Keep slight left
26 mi
·
30 min
4
Turn right onto 165th Avenue Southeast
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
165th Avenue Southeast
5
Continue on Park Boulevard Southeast
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Park Boulevard Southeast
6
Continue on County Road 11
0.7 mi
·
58 sec
·
County Road 11
7
Turn right onto State Highway 25
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
State Highway 25
8
Continue on Pine Street
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
Pine Street
9
Turn left onto Broadway Street East
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Broadway Street East
10
Turn right onto Fenning Avenue
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
Fenning Avenue
11
Take the ramp left
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
12
Merge slight left
21 mi
·
22 min
13
Take the exit slight right toward I 494 South
0.4 mi
·
32 sec
·
I 494 South
14
Continue straight
1.2 mi
·
1 min
15
Take the exit slight right toward CR 10: Bass Lake Road
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
CR 10: Bass Lake Road
16
Turn right onto Bass Lake Road
0.5 mi
·
51 sec
·
Bass Lake Road
17
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 36.6 miles from Royalton, MN, or about 36m into the drive.
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 16 miles or 16m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 36.6 miles or 36m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 2m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Maple Grove, MN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Royalton, MN so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Royalton, MN
This is one driving day of about 73.2 miles and 1h 13m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from Royalton, MN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 36.6 mi from Royalton, MN · 36m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
37 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 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 36.6 miles from Royalton, 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.89 one way
$21.79 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
26 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $11.74 | $23.48 |
| premium | $4.53 | $13.06 | $26.12 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.16 | $32.32 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 22 | 0 | $7.69 | $3.51 |
| Efficient EV | 18.3 | 0 | $6.41 | $2.93 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 29.3 | 0 | $10.25 | $4.68 |
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 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
Maple Grove, MN
Evening in Maple Grove on Wednesday
Local time
8:44 PM
CDT
Current temp
46°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
11 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 13m 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 Royalton, MN to Maple Grove, MN covers 73.2 miles and takes about 1h 13m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are 165th Avenue Southeast, Park Boulevard Southeast, County Road 11. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 36.6 miles from Royalton, MN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.89 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.
The drive from Royalton, MN to Maple Grove, MN is easy. At 1h 13m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Royalton, MN to Maple Grove, MN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Royalton, MN to Maple Grove, MN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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