Maple Grove to Mantorville is 96.1 miles and takes about 2 hours and 2 minutes via US 52, with a fuel budget near $14 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Minnesota, taking you from the Midwest region to another part of the Midwest. The route is mostly highway, making for a straightforward drive. It’s a good option if you're looking for a relatively quick trip between these two points without a lot of fuss. You can expect a predictable drive that should get you to your destination efficiently.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
48.1 miles from Maple Grove, MN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 58m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 52
24.6 mi
28m
Lafayette Freeway
13.3 mi
16m
I 694
11.7 mi
12m
Highway 57 Boulevard
10.7 mi
13m
State Highway 57
9.3 mi
11m
I 94
6.3 mi
7m
County 14 Boulevard
5.8 mi
9m
Voyageur Highway
5.5 mi
6m
Longest stretch:
US 52
— 24.6 mi, about 28m
Traffic on I-35
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 18 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~5,508 veh/hr typical
Quietest
2 AM
~287 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
19.2×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 48 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Maple Grove, MN and Mantorville, MN.
1
Start on CR 10
0.6 mi·1 min·Bass Lake Road
2
Turn left
316 ft·9 sec
Toward I 494 NorthUse the left lane.
3
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·45 sec
Toward I 494 North
4
Merge onto I 494
1.0 mi·1 min·I 494
5
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi·35 sec
Toward I 94 East, I 694 EastUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
6
Merge onto I 94; I 694
6.3 mi·7 min·I 94; I 694
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork onto I 694
12 mi·12 min·I 694
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork onto US 10
5.5 mi·6 min·Voyageur Highway
Exit 46Toward US 10 East, I 35 South: St PaulUse the slight right lane.
9
Keep slight left at fork onto US 10
0.6 mi·36 sec·US 10
Exit 107AToward US 10 East, I 94 East, US 52 South: 10th Street, Wacouta StreetUse the slight left / straight lanes.
10
Take the exit onto US 52
0.3 mi·38 sec·US 52
Exit 242DToward US 52Use the slight right lane.
11
Merge onto US 52
13 mi·16 min·Lafayette Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight right at fork onto US 52
21 mi·24 min·US 52
Toward RochesterUse the straight lane.
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi·40 sec
Exit 96Toward CR 24: Cannon Falls
14
Enter roundabout onto CR 24
26 ft·0 sec·County 24 Boulevard
15
Continue on CR 24
0.1 mi·19 sec·County 24 Boulevard
16
Enter roundabout onto CR 14
221 ft·6 sec·County 14 Boulevard
17
Continue on CR 14
5.8 mi·9 min·County 14 Boulevard
18
Turn left onto CR 9
4.1 mi·5 min·County 9 Boulevard
19
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·42 sec
Toward US 52 South
20
Merge onto US 52
3.3 mi·3 min·US 52
21
Take the exit
0.1 mi·33 sec
Exit 86Toward MN 57, CR 8: WanamingoUse the slight right lane.
22
Turn left onto MN 57
3.9 mi·5 min·Highway 57 Boulevard
23
Continue on MN 57
0.8 mi·2 min·Main Street
24
Enter roundabout onto MN 57
136 ft·7 sec·State Highway 57
25
Continue on MN 57
0.4 mi·27 sec·State Highway 57
26
Continue on MN 57
6.8 mi·8 min·Highway 57 Boulevard
27
Continue on MN 57
8.9 mi·11 min·State Highway 57
28
Continue on MN 57
0.3 mi·42 sec·North Main Street
29
Turn right onto 7th Street West
118 ft·5 sec·7th Street West
30
Arrive at destination
7th Street West
Trip Plan
Given this is a drive that can easily be completed in under 3 hours, you have a lot of flexibility with your departure time. Leaving anytime in the morning or early afternoon should allow you to reach Mantorville with plenty of daylight. Since there are no designated stops, you can easily make this a direct trip or add a brief pause if needed. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $14, and plan your refueling accordingly before you leave Maple Grove or along US 52 if necessary. The longest stretch without a major road change is 24.6 miles on US 52, so perhaps plan a quick stretch break around that point if you feel the need.
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 48.1 miles from Maple Grove, MN, or about 58m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 24.6 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 21 miles or 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 48.1 miles or 58m 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 39m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Mantorville, MN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Maple Grove, 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 Maple Grove, MN
This is one driving day of about 96.1 miles and 2h 2m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from Maple Grove, MN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 52 for about 24.6 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 21
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.6 and 74.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
0.6 mi into trip|~1m in
Turn left toward I 494 North
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 494 North
8
2 mi into trip|~3m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 94 East, I 694 East
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 94 East, I 694 East
9
20.4 mi into trip|~24m in|US 10 / Voyageur Highway
Keep slight right at fork onto US 10 / Voyageur Highway toward US 10 East, I 35 South: St Paul
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 46
Toward US 10 East, I 35 South: St Paul
9
25.9 mi into trip|~31m in|US 10
Keep slight left at fork onto US 10 toward US 10 East, I 94 East, US 52 South: 10th Street, Wacouta Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Exit 107A
Toward US 10 East, I 94 East, US 52 South: 10th...
8
74.9 mi into trip|~1h 33m in
Take the exit toward MN 57, CR 8: Wanamingo
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 86
Toward MN 57, CR 8: Wanamingo
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$16.17 one way
$32.33 round trip
$4.27/gal25.4 MPG avg34 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.60
$17.41
$34.82
premium
$5.04
$19.05
$38.11
diesel
$5.64
$21.33
$42.67
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: 33.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-05-11.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
28.8
0
$10.09
$4.61
Efficient EV
24
0
$8.41
$3.84
EV Truck/SUV
38.4
0
$13.45
$6.15
Gas CO2
34 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (68% 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 May 9, 2026
Origin
Maple Grove, MN
Morning
in Maple Grove on Friday
Local time
11:08 AM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
NNW 5 to 15 mph28% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued May 9 at 6:25AM CDT by NWS Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued May 9 at 5:43AM CDT by NWS Duluth MN
Destination
Mantorville, MN
Morning
in Mantorville on Friday
Local time
11:08 AM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
NW 10 to 18 mph31% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued May 9 at 6:25AM CDT by NWS Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued May 9 at 5:43AM CDT by NWS Duluth MN
69°F
Vermillion, MN
48 mi in
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
2h 2m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
You'll spend about 80% of your time on highways, with the longest continuous stretch on US 52 measuring 24.6 miles. Expect to transition from Lafayette Freeway and I-694, which feature more urban merging and exits, onto US 52 for a more open highway cruise. The remaining 20% of the drive will be on surface roads as you approach your destination. This profile suggests a drive that is largely unimpeded by frequent stops or sharp turns.
80% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
30 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 24.6 mi on US 52.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 52 and Lafayette Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 21 significant decision points across 96.1 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 0.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 20.4 miles (US 10 / Voyageur Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,228 ft718 ft
Total Climb
717 ft
Total Descent
488 ft
Highest Point
1,228 ft
~82.4 mi in
Elevation Range
510 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Maple Grove, MN and Mantorville, MN, road signs point toward Rochester, Cr 24: Cannon Falls and Cr 8: Wanamingo.
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 2m. Total distance: 96.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 2m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (80%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 24.6 miles on US 52. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 5 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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 Mantorville, 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. There are 5 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 20.4 miles (US 10 / Voyageur Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Mantorville, MN before heading back.
