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Trip from Hermantown, 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

2h 57m

Distance

157.9 mi

254 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$24

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 34 min
4 AM
2h 46m ★
6 AM
2h 57m
8 AM
3h 20m
10 AM
3h 5m
12 PM
3h 3m
3 PM
3h 6m
5 PM
3h 19m
8 PM
2h 51m

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

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Downtown Hermantown, MN, MN

Hermantown, MN

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city in Hennepin County, Minnesota, United States

Maple Grove, MN

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Trip Overview

This 157.9-mile drive from Hermantown, MN to Maple Grove, MN is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 57 minutes. The route is predominantly highway-focused, with 93% of the journey on interstates, primarily I-35 and I-35W, with a brief segment on I-694. Given its efficiency, you can expect a fuel cost of around $24. This drive is a straightforward connection within the Midwest, ideal for those seeking a direct and uncomplicated journey between these two Minnesota locations. It's designed for getting you where you need to go with minimal fuss.

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

79 miles from Hermantown, MN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 28m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 35 118.6 mi 2h 7m
I 35W 14.7 mi 16m
I 694 12.4 mi 15m
Midway Road 6.9 mi 9m
Maple Grove Road 2 mi 3m
I 494 1.2 mi 1m
Bass Lake Road 0.5 mi <1m
246 0.3 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 35 — 118.6 mi, about 2h 7m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on Ugstad Road

264 ft · 12 sec · Ugstad Road
2

Turn left onto CH 6

2.0 mi · 3 min · Maple Grove Road
3

Enter roundabout onto CR 13

232 ft · 4 sec · Midway Road
4

Continue on CR 13

6.8 mi · 9 min · Midway Road
5

Take the ramp onto 246

0.3 mi · 39 sec · 246
Toward I 35 South: Saint Paul, Minneapolis
6

Merge onto I 35

119 mi · 2 hr 7 min · I 35
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7

Keep slight right at fork onto I 35W

15 mi · 16 min · I 35W
Toward I 35W: Minneapolis Use the straight / right lanes.
8

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min
Exit 26C Toward I 694 West Use the slight right lane.
9

Merge onto I 694

12 mi · 15 min · I 694
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 35 sec
Toward I 494 South Use the left / straight lanes.
11

Continue on I 494

1.2 mi · 1 min · I 494
12

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 40 sec
Exit 26 Toward CR 10: Bass Lake Road Use the slight right lane.
13

Turn right onto CR 10

0.5 mi · 50 sec · Bass Lake Road
Use the right lane.
14

Arrive at destination

CR 10

Trip Plan

With a total duration of under 3 hours, this 157.9-mile journey from Hermantown to Maple Grove is perfect for a single-day adventure. You can depart at your leisure, perhaps after a morning coffee, and still arrive well before evening. The route is straightforward, with most of the driving on I-35 and I-35W, so plan for one main stop if needed, though the relatively short distance may not even require it. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $24; it’s always wise to top off before embarking on the 118.6-mile stretch on I-35 to ensure a continuous journey.

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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 79 miles from Hermantown, MN, or about 1h 28m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 118.6 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 35 miles or 41m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 79 miles or 1h 28m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 22m

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 Hermantown, 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 Hermantown, MN

This is one driving day of about 157.9 miles and 2h 57m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 35 miles from Hermantown, 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 118.6 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Downtown Circle Pines, MN, MN

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Circle Pines, MN

79 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

Woodbury, MN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 35 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Pine City, MN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 79 miles from Hermantown, 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 118.6 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

Kaffe Stuga Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Harris, Minnesota

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 101.5

Hours: 7:30 am–7 pm

+16516749958

Phoever ❤️ Vietnamese Cuisine & Coffee

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Columbia Heights, Minnesota

2.1 mi

Skyline Social & Games

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Duluth, Minnesota

2.5 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Coffeesmith

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Forest Lake, Minnesota

Later in the drive, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10 mile 124.1

Hours: 6 am–7 pm

+16513009039

Visit website

Heights Coffee Bar

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Columbia Heights, Minnesota

2.1 mi

Casa Latte LLC

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Hermantown, Minnesota

2.8 mi

Kaffe Stuga Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 101.5

Harris, Minnesota

Hours: 7:30 am–7 pm

+16516749958

Phoever ❤️ Vietnamese Cuisine & Coffee

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 146.6

Columbia Heights, Minnesota

Hours: 11 am–12 pm

+17632088754

Visit website

Skyline Social & Games

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour

Duluth, Minnesota

Hours: 11 am–11 pm

+12187278555

Visit website

Adagio's Pizza Factory

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour $20 to $30 mile 146.6

New Brighton, Minnesota

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+16512373486

Visit website

Don Goyo Restaurant Columbia Heights

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 146.6

Columbia Heights, Minnesota

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+17637880299

Visit website

The Coffee Shop NE

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20 mile 146.6

Minneapolis, Minnesota

Hours: 6:30 am–6 pm

+16122598478

Visit website

Lynde’s Restaurant & Catering

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour $10 to $20 mile 157.9

Osseo, Minnesota

Hours: 6 am–2 pm

+17634243696

Visit website

Cabina Coffee

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~12 min detour

4.8 mi from route ~12 min detour $10 to $20 mile 90.2

Pine City, Minnesota

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+13206295982

Visit website

Coffeesmith

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10 mile 124.1

Forest Lake, Minnesota

Hours: 6 am–7 pm

+16513009039

Visit website

Heights Coffee Bar

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10 mile 146.6

Columbia Heights, Minnesota

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+16123149027

Visit website

Casa Latte LLC

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20

Hermantown, Minnesota

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+12187297690

Yellow Bike Coffee

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour Inexpensiv

Duluth, Minnesota

Hours: 6 am–3 pm

+12182126111

Visit website

Walden Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour $1 to $10 mile 146.6

Minneapolis, Minnesota

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

Visit website

Mojo Coffee Gallery

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

4 mi from route ~10 min detour $10 to $20 mile 146.6

Minneapolis, Minnesota

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+16123614949

Visit website

PILLLAR Forum Cafe & Bar

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 146.6

Minneapolis, Minnesota

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+16128754140

Visit website

Cairo Cafe

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 146.6

Blaine, Minnesota

Golden Lake Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 135.3

Circle Pines, Minnesota

Hours: 6 am–9 pm

+17637845898

Visit website

Black Bear Golf Course

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 22.6

Cloquet, Minnesota

+12188782485

Visit website

Joyer Adventure Farm at Waldoch Farm

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 135.3

Lino Lakes, Minnesota

+16517801207

Visit website

Playground Plaza

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~10 min detour

4 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 157.9

Maple Grove, Minnesota

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+17632283833

Visit website

Snake River Fur Post

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour

4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 90.2

Pine City, Minnesota

+13206296356

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 10

5 decision points cluster between mile 127.8 and 157.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

7
127.8 mi into trip | ~2h 20m 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
142.5 mi into trip | ~2h 36m 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
155.4 mi into trip | ~2h 53m 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
157.1 mi into trip | ~2h 55m 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
157.4 mi into trip | ~2h 56m 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

$23.50 one way

$47.00 round trip

$3.78/gal 25.4 MPG avg 55 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.07 $25.32 $50.64
premium $4.53 $28.17 $56.35
diesel $5.61 $34.86 $69.72

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$24

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$49–$74

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 55.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 47.4 0 $16.58 $7.58
Efficient EV 39.5 0 $13.82 $6.32
EV Truck/SUV 63.2 0 $22.11 $10.11

Gas CO2

55 kg

EV CO2

18 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 15, 2026

Origin

Hermantown, MN

Late night in Hermantown on Sunday

Local time

4:54 AM

CDT

Current temp

37°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Maple Grove, MN

Late night in Maple Grove on Sunday

Local time

4:54 AM

CDT

Current temp

46°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

9 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 57m 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 the majority of this trip, with 93% of the 157.9 miles taking place on interstates like I-35 and I-35W. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 118.6 miles on I-35, meaning you can settle in for a solid period of consistent driving. This profile suggests a route that prioritizes speed and directness over winding scenic byways. You'll spend most of your time on multi-lane highways, making for a predictable and generally smooth drive as you transition from the Hermantown area towards Maple Grove.

93% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 118.6 mi on I 35.

How Hard Is This Drive?

7/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 35 and I 35W. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 127.8 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 10 significant decision points across 157.9 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 127.8 miles (I 35W): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 142.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 155.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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.

On the drive from Hermantown, MN to Maple Grove, MN, road signs begin pointing toward Minneapolis along the way.

Minneapolis

8.9 mi in | ~13m | via 246

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 2h 57m. Total distance: 157.9 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 57m 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 118.6 miles on I 35. 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.

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 127.8 miles (I 35W): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 142.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 155.4 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.

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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