Origin
East Bethel, MN
Morning in East Bethel on Sunday
Local time
6:54 AM
CDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from East Bethel, MN to Maple Grove, MN
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
41m
Distance
31.3 mi
50 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 38m
★
6 AM
0h 41m
8 AM
0h 48m
10 AM
0h 43m
12 PM
0h 43m
3 PM
0h 44m
5 PM
0h 48m
8 PM
0h 39m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
East Bethel, MN
Tom Fisk
Maple Grove, MN
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Trip Overview
East Bethel, MN to Maple Grove, MN is 31.3 miles and takes about 41 minutes via MN 65 and US 169, with a fuel budget near $5 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, short trip within the Midwest region, specifically within Minnesota. It's a highway-focused drive that should be easy to navigate. Given the short duration and minimal fuel cost, this route is ideal for a quick, uncomplicated journey, making it a good option for a day trip or a simple commute.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MN 65 | 12.9 mi | 16m |
| MN-610 | 7.4 mi | 8m |
| US 169 | 3.2 mi | 3m |
| I 94 | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Viking Boulevard Northeast | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| I 494 | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| US 10 | 0.8 mi | <1m |
| Bass Lake Road | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
MN 65
— 12.9 mi, about 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between East Bethel, MN and Maple Grove, MN.
1
Start on CR 22
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Viking Boulevard Northeast
2
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Toward CR 22 West, MN 65 South
3
Merge onto MN 65
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
MN 65
Use the straight lane.
4
Keep slight right at fork onto MN 65
12 mi
·
15 min
·
MN 65
Use the left lane.
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward US 10 West
Use the right lane.
6
Merge onto US 10
0.8 mi
·
49 sec
·
US 10
7
Keep slight right at fork onto MN 610
7.4 mi
·
8 min
·
MN-610
Use the slight right lane.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
Exit 5A
Toward US 169 South
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Merge onto US 169
3.2 mi
·
3 min
·
US 169
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
Toward I 94 West
Use the slight right lane.
11
Merge onto I 94; I 694
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
I 94; I 694
12
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
35 sec
Toward I 494 South
Use the left / straight lanes.
13
Continue on I 494
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
I 494
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Exit 26
Toward CR 10: Bass Lake Road
Use the slight right lane.
15
Turn right onto CR 10
0.5 mi
·
50 sec
·
Bass Lake Road
Use the right lane.
16
Arrive at destination
CR 10
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 135 decision points cluster between mile 2.7 and 30.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
2.7 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
MN 65
Keep slight right at fork onto MN 65
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
14.7 mi into trip
|
~19m in
Take the exit toward US 10 West
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward US 10 West
6
15.8 mi into trip
|
~21m in
|
MN 610 / MN-610
Keep slight right at fork onto MN 610 / MN-610
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
7
23.2 mi into trip
|
~29m in
Take the exit toward US 169 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Exit 5A
Toward US 169 South
7
30.5 mi into trip
|
~39m 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
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.66 one way
$9.32 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $5.02 | $10.04 |
| premium | $4.53 | $5.58 | $11.17 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.91 | $13.82 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.4 | 0 | $3.29 | $1.50 |
| Efficient EV | 7.8 | 0 | $2.74 | $1.25 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.5 | 0 | $4.38 | $2.00 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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 Sunday
Local time
6:54 AM
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
20 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
41m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is predominantly highway, with 87% of the 31.3 miles on major roads like MN 65, MN-610, and US 169. You'll experience a highway-focused profile for most of the 41-minute trip. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 12.9 miles, likely on MN 65, allowing for a consistent pace. The route is designed for efficient travel, so expect smooth sailing on these well-maintained highways for the majority of your journey.
87% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 12.9 mi on MN 65.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on MN 65 and MN-610. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.7 miles in near MN 65.
Driving Effort
10/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 13 decision points packed into just 31.3 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 41m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.7 miles (MN 65): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 14.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 15.8 miles (MN 610 / MN-610): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from East Bethel, MN to Maple Grove, MN, road signs begin pointing toward Cr 22 West along the way.
Cr 22 West
1.6 mi in
|
~3m
About the Cities
Arriving in Maple Grove, MN
Full guide →Maple Grove is a suburban city in the Twin Cities of Minnesota.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 41m. Total distance: 31.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
41m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (87%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 12.9 miles on MN 65. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Maple Grove, MN before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.7 miles (MN 65): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 14.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 15.8 miles (MN 610 / MN-610): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner 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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