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Trip from Eveleth, 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

3h 45m

Distance

196.6 mi

316 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$29

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 38 min
4 AM
3h 33m ★
6 AM
3h 45m
8 AM
4h 11m
10 AM
3h 54m
12 PM
3h 52m
3 PM
3h 55m
5 PM
4h 9m
8 PM
3h 38m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Eveleth, MN, MN

Eveleth, MN

Danila Perevoshchikov

city in Hennepin County, Minnesota, United States

Maple Grove, MN

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Trip Overview

This 197.1-mile drive from Eveleth, Minnesota, to Maple Grove, Minnesota, is a manageable one-day trip, taking approximately 3 hours and 1 minute to complete. You'll primarily navigate via Fayal Road and US 53 South before merging onto I-35 South. With a projected fuel cost of around $28, it's an economical journey. The route is characterized by frequent turns, suggesting a more local, less highway-intensive experience. It's a straightforward transit through the Midwest region, ideal for those looking for a direct route without extensive planning.

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

98.3 miles from Eveleth, MN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 55m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 35 109.7 mi 1h 57m
US 53 33.8 mi 39m
MN 33 19.7 mi 26m
I 35W 14.7 mi 16m
I 694 12.4 mi 15m
I 494 1.2 mi 1m
Fayal Road 0.7 mi 1m
Bass Lake Road 0.5 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 35 — 109.7 mi, about 1h 57m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Eveleth, MN and Maple Grove, MN.

1

Start on Grant Avenue

0.1 mi · 25 sec · Grant Avenue
2

At end of road, turn left onto CR 101

0.7 mi · 1 min · Fayal Road
3

Take the ramp

2.4 mi · 3 min
Toward US 53 South: Duluth Use the straight lane.
4

Continue on US 53; MN 37

34 mi · 39 min · US 53; MN 37
Use the straight lane.
5

Take the exit onto MN 33

15 mi · 18 min · MN 33
Use the straight lane.
6

Continue on MN 33

3.9 mi · 7 min · MN 33
Use the straight lane.
7

Enter roundabout onto MN 33

77 ft · 1 sec · MN 33
Toward I 35 South
8

Continue on MN 33

0.5 mi · 40 sec · MN 33
Toward I 35 South
9

Merge onto I 35

110 mi · 1 hr 57 min · I 35
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Keep slight right at fork onto I 35W

15 mi · 16 min · I 35W
Toward I 35W: Minneapolis Use the straight / right lanes.
11

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min
Exit 26C Toward I 694 West Use the slight right lane.
12

Merge onto I 694

12 mi · 15 min · I 694
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 35 sec
Toward I 494 South Use the left / straight lanes.
14

Continue on I 494

1.2 mi · 1 min · I 494
15

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 40 sec
Exit 26 Toward CR 10: Bass Lake Road Use the slight right lane.
16

Turn right onto CR 10

0.5 mi · 50 sec · Bass Lake Road
Use the right lane.
17

Arrive at destination

CR 10

Trip Plan

Given the 3-hour duration, this route is perfectly suited for a single day trip from Eveleth to Maple Grove. You'll want to start your journey with a full tank of gas, as the $28 fuel cost suggests a straightforward expenditure with minimal need for frequent refueling stops. The 'turn-heavy' nature of the drive means paying close attention to navigation; consider setting your GPS before you depart. While there's only one recommended stop, the flexibility of a shorter drive means you can easily add breaks as needed to stretch your legs or grab a quick bite without significantly impacting your arrival time.

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 98.3 miles from Eveleth, MN, or about 1h 55m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 109.7 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 43 miles or 51m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 98.3 miles or 1h 55m 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 3m

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 Eveleth, 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 Eveleth, MN

This is one driving day of about 196.6 miles and 3h 45m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 43 miles from Eveleth, 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 I 35 for about 109.7 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Downtown Mission Creek, MN, MN

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Mission Creek, MN

98 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

Cloquet, MN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 43 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Finlayson, MN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 98.3 miles from Eveleth, MN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 35 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 109.7 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Bearaboo Coffee Escape

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Cloquet, Minnesota

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10 mile 56.2

Hours: 6:30 am–3 pm

+12188795051

Kaffe Stuga Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Harris, Minnesota

1.1 mi

Adagio's Pizza Factory

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

New Brighton, Minnesota

1.5 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Heights Coffee Bar

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Columbia Heights, Minnesota

Near the end, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10 mile 182.6

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+16123149027

Visit website

Bearaboo Coffee Escape

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10 mile 56.2

Cloquet, Minnesota

Hours: 6:30 am–3 pm

+12188795051

Kaffe Stuga Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 140.4

Harris, Minnesota

Hours: 7:30 am–7 pm

+16516749958

Adagio's Pizza Factory

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $20 to $30 mile 182.6

New Brighton, Minnesota

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+16512373486

Visit website

Don Goyo Restaurant Columbia Heights

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 182.6

Columbia Heights, Minnesota

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+17637880299

Visit website

Cabina Coffee

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 126.4

Pine City, Minnesota

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+13206295982

Visit website

Streetcar Kitchen & Pub

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 56.2

Carlton, Minnesota

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+12183843333

Visit website

Phoever ❤️ Vietnamese Cuisine & Coffee

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 182.6

Columbia Heights, Minnesota

Hours: 11 am–12 pm

+17632088754

Visit website

The Coffee Shop NE

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.4 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 182.6

Minneapolis, Minnesota

Hours: 6:30 am–6 pm

+16122598478

Visit website

Heights Coffee Bar

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10 mile 182.6

Columbia Heights, Minnesota

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+16123149027

Visit website

Makwa Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour $1 to $10 mile 182.6

Roseville, Minnesota

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+16513007946

Visit website

Walden Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour $1 to $10 mile 182.6

Minneapolis, Minnesota

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

Visit website

Miigwitches Brew

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~10 min detour

4 mi from route ~10 min detour $1 to $10 mile 56.2

Cloquet, Minnesota

Hours: 6 am–2 pm

+12189007959

PILLLAR Forum Cafe & Bar

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 182.6

Minneapolis, Minnesota

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+16128754140

Visit website

Mojo Coffee Gallery

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour $10 to $20 mile 182.6

Minneapolis, Minnesota

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+16123614949

Visit website

Spyhouse Coffee Roasters | Northeast

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.9 mi from route ~12 min detour $1 to $10 mile 182.6

Minneapolis, Minnesota

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+16123454348

Visit website

Cairo Cafe

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.6 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 182.6

Blaine, Minnesota

United States Hockey Hall of Fame

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour

Eveleth, Minnesota

Hours: Closed

+12187445167

Visit website

Discover the Range

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour

Eveleth, Minnesota

Hours: 8 am–4 pm

+12187498161

Visit website

Gas station designed by Frank Lloyd Wright

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 56.2

Cloquet, Minnesota

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+12188792279

Snake River Fur Post

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 126.4

Pine City, Minnesota

+13206296356

Visit website

Black Bear Golf Course

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 56.2

Cloquet, Minnesota

+12188782485

Visit website

Joyer Adventure Farm at Waldoch Farm

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 168.5

Lino Lakes, Minnesota

+16517801207

Visit website

Playground Plaza

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~10 min detour

4 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 196.6

Maple Grove, Minnesota

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+17632283833

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 11

5 decision points cluster between mile 166.5 and 196.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

7
166.5 mi into trip | ~3h 8m in | I 35W

Keep slight right at fork onto I 35W toward I 35W: Minneapolis

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes. Toward I 35W: Minneapolis
7
181.2 mi into trip | ~3h 24m in

Take the exit toward I 694 West

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 26C Toward I 694 West
6
194.1 mi into trip | ~3h 41m in

Take the exit toward I 494 South

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the left / straight lanes. Toward I 494 South
7
195.9 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
196.1 mi into trip | ~3h 44m 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

$29.26 one way

$58.52 round trip

$3.78/gal 25.4 MPG avg 69 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.07 $31.53 $63.05
premium $4.53 $35.08 $70.16
diesel $5.61 $43.41 $86.81

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$29

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$54–$79

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 68.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $21 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 59 0 $20.64 $9.44
Efficient EV 49.2 0 $17.20 $7.86
EV Truck/SUV 78.6 0 $27.52 $12.58

Gas CO2

69 kg

EV CO2

23 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.

Forecast as of Apr 17, 2026

Origin

Eveleth, MN

Night in Eveleth on Saturday

Local time

11:37 PM

CDT

Current temp

61°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Maple Grove, MN

Night in Maple Grove on Saturday

Local time

11:37 PM

CDT

Current temp

60°F

Partly Cloudy

S 10 to 15 mph 0% chance 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

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

3h 45m on the road

The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' for much of this 197.1-mile journey. While there are sections on US 53 South and I-35 South, the highway share is 0%, indicating you'll be on roads that require more frequent adjustments and attention. The longest uninterrupted stretch isn't specified, but the 'turn-heavy' profile suggests you'll be making numerous directional changes. This isn't a monotonous interstate cruise; rather, it's a route that keeps you engaged with its varied turns and local road feel as you travel between Eveleth and Maple Grove.

97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 109.7 mi on I 35.

How Hard Is This Drive?

7/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 35 and US 53. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 166.5 miles in near I 35W.

Driving Effort 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 196.6 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 166.5 miles (I 35W): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 181.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 194.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

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 3h 45m. Total distance: 196.6 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 45m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (97%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 109.7 miles on I 35. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

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.

Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: at 166.5 miles (I 35W): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 181.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 194.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Possible but tiring. At 3.8 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.5 hours — manageable with a long break at Maple Grove, MN, but most travelers stay overnight.

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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