Crow Wing, MN to Maple Grove, MN is 107.7 miles and takes about 2h 7m via US 10 and I-94, with a fuel budget near $16 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This straightforward drive stays within Minnesota, traversing the Midwest region. It's primarily a highway-focused journey, making it a practical option for a quick trip. You'll find it to be a well-established route, suitable for a single-day excursion without requiring an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
53.9 miles from Crow Wing, MN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 2m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 10
54.5 mi
1h 3m
MN 371
23.3 mi
27m
I 94
21.1 mi
22m
165th Avenue Southeast
1.8 mi
2m
Broadway Street East
1.5 mi
2m
Park Boulevard Southeast
1.4 mi
1m
I 494
1.2 mi
1m
County Road 11
0.7 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
US 10
— 54.5 mi, about 1h 3m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Crow Wing, MN and Maple Grove, MN.
1
Start on MN 371
0.8 mi·1 min·MN 371
2
Continue on MN 371
22 mi·26 min·MN 371
3
Merge onto US 10
28 mi·32 min·US 10
Use the right lane.
4
Keep slight left at fork onto US 10
26 mi·30 min·US 10
5
Turn right onto 165th Avenue Southeast
1.8 mi·2 min·165th Avenue Southeast
6
Continue on Park Boulevard Southeast
1.4 mi·1 min·Park Boulevard Southeast
7
Continue on County Road 11
0.7 mi·57 sec·County Road 11
8
Turn right onto MN 25
0.1 mi·11 sec·State Highway 25
9
Continue on MN 25
0.3 mi·42 sec·Pine Street
10
Turn left onto CR 75
1.5 mi·2 min·Broadway Street East
11
Turn right onto CR 18
0.3 mi·40 sec·Fenning Avenue
12
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·54 sec
13
Merge onto I 94
21 mi·22 min·I 94
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.4 mi·31 sec
Exit 216Toward I 494 SouthUse the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Continue on I 494
1.2 mi·1 min·I 494
16
Take the exit
0.3 mi·40 sec
Exit 26Toward CR 10: Bass Lake RoadUse the slight right lane.
17
Turn right onto CR 10
0.5 mi·50 sec·Bass Lake Road
Use the right lane.
18
Arrive at destination
CR 10
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of just over 2 hours, this trip is easily achievable in a single day. You can depart anytime, but consider leaving mid-morning to avoid peak rush hour traffic. With a fuel cost estimated at $16, it's an economical choice. There are no specific stops recommended, so feel free to make spontaneous breaks as needed. Keep an eye on road conditions for I-94 as you approach the Minneapolis-St. Paul metropolitan area, as traffic can become a factor.
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 53.9 miles from Crow Wing, MN, or about 1h 2m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 54.5 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 24 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 53.9 miles or 1h 2m 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 45m
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 Crow Wing, 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 Crow Wing, MN
This is one driving day of about 107.7 miles and 2h 7m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 24 miles from Crow Wing, MN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 10 for about 54.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 9
5 decision points cluster between mile 23.3 and 107.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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23.3 mi into trip|~27m in|US 10
Merge onto US 10
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
84.2 mi into trip|~1h 41m in|I 94
Merge onto I 94
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
105.3 mi into trip|~2h 4m 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
107 mi into trip|~2h 6m 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
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107.2 mi into trip|~2h 7m in|CR 10 / Bass Lake Road
Turn right onto CR 10 / Bass Lake Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$16.03 one way
$32.06 round trip
$3.78/gal25.4 MPG avg38 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.07
$17.27
$34.54
premium
$4.53
$19.22
$38.43
diesel
$5.61
$23.78
$47.56
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 37.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
32.3
0
$11.31
$5.17
Efficient EV
26.9
0
$9.42
$4.31
EV Truck/SUV
43.1
0
$15.08
$6.89
Gas CO2
38 kg
EV CO2
13 kg (66% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 20, 2026
Origin
Crow Wing, MN
Morning
in Crow Wing on Tuesday
Local time
8:19 AM
CDT
Current temp
35°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Maple Grove, MN
Morning
in Maple Grove on Tuesday
Local time
8:19 AM
CDT
Current temp
57°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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 7m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is predominantly a highway experience, with 93% of the drive on major roadways. You'll encounter a longest continuous stretch of 54.5 miles on US 10 before transitioning to other main roads like MN 371 and I-94. Expect a consistent pace for most of the journey, characterized by smooth highway driving. The profile suggests a focus on efficient travel rather than winding scenic byways.
93% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 54.5 mi on US 10.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 10 and MN 371. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 23.3 miles in near US 10.
Driving Effort5/10
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 107.7 miles you will encounter 9 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 23.3 miles (US 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 84.2 miles (I 94): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 105.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 7m. Total distance: 107.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 7m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 54.5 miles on US 10. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 23.3 miles (US 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 84.2 miles (I 94): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 105.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Maple Grove, MN before heading back.
