Origin
Edina, MN
Late night in Edina on Tuesday
Local time
5:34 AM
CDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Edina, MN to Maple Grove, MN
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
23m
Distance
17.8 mi
29 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 22m
★
6 AM
0h 24m
8 AM
0h 28m
10 AM
0h 25m
12 PM
0h 25m
3 PM
0h 26m
5 PM
0h 28m
8 PM
0h 23m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Edina, MN
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Maple Grove, MN
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Trip Overview
This quick 17.8-mile drive from Edina to Maple Grove in Minnesota is easily manageable in about 23 minutes, making it a perfect one-day trip. The route primarily utilizes major roadways like I-494 and Bass Lake Road, with 65% of the journey on highways. Given the short distance and duration, you won't need to worry about overnight stops or splitting the drive. The estimated fuel cost is a modest $3, reflecting the efficient nature of this short hop within the Midwest region. This trip is ideal for a quick errand or connecting between nearby communities without a significant time commitment.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 494 | 11.6 mi | 14m |
| Crosstown Highway | 4.6 mi | 5m |
| Bass Lake Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| MN 100 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 494
— 11.6 mi, about 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Edina, MN and Maple Grove, MN.
1
Start on MN 100
191 ft
·
2 sec
·
MN 100
2
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward MN 62 West
Use the right lane.
3
Merge onto MN 62
4.6 mi
·
5 min
·
Crosstown Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
Toward I 494 North
5
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Toward I 494 North
6
Merge onto I 494
12 mi
·
14 min
·
I 494
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 26
Toward CR 10: Bass Lake Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Turn left onto CR 10
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Bass Lake Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
9
Arrive at destination
CR 10
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 75 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 16.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
Take the exit toward MN 62 West
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward MN 62 West
5
0.3 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
MN 62 / Crosstown Highway
Merge onto MN 62 / Crosstown Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
5 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 494 North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 494 North
5
5.3 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
I 494
Merge onto I 494
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
16.9 mi into trip
|
~22m in
Take the exit toward CR 10: Bass Lake Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 26
Toward CR 10: Bass Lake Road
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.65 one way
$5.30 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $2.85 | $5.71 |
| premium | $4.53 | $3.18 | $6.35 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.93 | $7.86 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.3 | 0 | $1.87 | $0.85 |
| Efficient EV | 4.5 | 0 | $1.56 | $0.71 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.1 | 0 | $2.49 | $1.14 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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
Late night in Maple Grove on Tuesday
Local time
5:34 AM
CDT
Current temp
57°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
1 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
23m 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?
Expect a highway-focused experience for most of this 17.8-mile journey. With 65% of the drive on highways, you'll encounter stretches designed for efficient travel. The longest uninterrupted segment you'll navigate is 11.6 miles on I-494, offering a consistent pace. While the primary roads are I-494 and Bass Lake Road, the Crosstown Highway also plays a role, indicating a mix of interstate and arterial road driving. The overall feel is one of smooth, direct transit, rather than winding scenic byways.
65% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
9 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 11.6 mi on I 494.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 494 and Crosstown Highway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 7 decision points packed into just 17.8 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 23m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 0.3 miles (MN 62 / Crosstown Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
About the Cities
Arriving in Maple Grove, MN
Full guide →Founded 1858
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 23m. Total distance: 17.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
23m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (65%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 11.6 miles on I 494. 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: near the start: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 0.3 miles (MN 62 / Crosstown Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
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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