Origin
Royalton, MN
Late night in Royalton on Sunday
Local time
3:02 AM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Royalton, 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
1h 26m
Distance
72.3 mi
116 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 20m
★
6 AM
1h 27m
8 AM
1h 40m
10 AM
1h 31m
12 PM
1h 30m
3 PM
1h 32m
5 PM
1h 40m
8 PM
1h 23m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Royalton, MN
Tom Fisk
Maple Grove, MN
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
Royalton to Maple Grove is 72.3 miles and takes about 1 hour 26 minutes via US 10 and I-94, with a fuel budget near $11 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Minnesota, traversing the Midwest region. You'll find this drive to be predominantly highway-focused, making it a straightforward journey. Given the relatively short distance and duration, it's an ideal option for a single-day excursion, allowing for a relaxed start or plenty of time upon arrival. Consider this route if you're looking for an efficient way to travel between these two points with minimal fuss.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 10 | 42.3 mi | 49m |
| I 94 | 21.1 mi | 22m |
| 165th Avenue Southeast | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Broadway Street East | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Park Boulevard Southeast | 1.4 mi | 1m |
| I 494 | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| County Road 11 | 0.7 mi | <1m |
| Bass Lake Road | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 10
— 42.3 mi, about 49m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Royalton, MN and Maple Grove, MN.
1
Start on CH 26; IC F
101 ft
·
4 sec
·
West Centre Street
2
Turn left onto US 10
16 mi
·
18 min
·
US 10
Use the right lane.
3
Keep slight left at fork onto US 10
26 mi
·
30 min
·
US 10
4
Turn right onto 165th Avenue Southeast
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
165th Avenue Southeast
5
Continue on Park Boulevard Southeast
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Park Boulevard Southeast
6
Continue on County Road 11
0.7 mi
·
57 sec
·
County Road 11
7
Turn right onto MN 25
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
State Highway 25
8
Continue on MN 25
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
Pine Street
9
Turn left onto CR 75
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Broadway Street East
10
Turn right onto CR 18
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
Fenning Avenue
11
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
12
Merge onto I 94
21 mi
·
22 min
·
I 94
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
31 sec
Exit 216
Toward I 494 South
Use the straight / slight right 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
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
36 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 36.2 miles from Royalton, MN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 71.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 10
Turn left onto US 10
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
48.8 mi into trip
|
~1h in
|
I 94
Merge onto I 94
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
69.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 23m in
Take the exit toward I 494 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 216
Toward I 494 South
7
71.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 25m 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
71.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 25m 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
$10.76 one way
$21.52 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $11.59 | $23.19 |
| premium | $4.53 | $12.90 | $25.80 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.96 | $31.93 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.7 | 0 | $7.59 | $3.47 |
| Efficient EV | 18.1 | 0 | $6.33 | $2.89 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28.9 | 0 | $10.12 | $4.63 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 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.
Destination
Maple Grove, MN
Late night in Maple Grove on Sunday
Local time
3:02 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
21 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
1h 26m 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 route is characterized by its highway-focused profile, with 90% of the drive taking place on major roads like US 10 and I-94. You'll experience a consistent pace for much of the journey, especially during the longest uninterrupted stretch of 42.3 miles on US 10. While predominantly high-speed, the transition onto 165th Avenue Southeast offers a slight shift in scenery and road type as you near your destination. Expect a straightforward driving experience with minimal complex intersections or slower local roads.
90% 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: 42.3 mi on US 10.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 10 and I 94. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 10.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 72.3 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 10): Lane positioning matters here; at 48.8 miles (I 94): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 69.9 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 1h 26m. Total distance: 72.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 26m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (90%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 42.3 miles on US 10. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 (US 10): Lane positioning matters here; at 48.8 miles (I 94): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 69.9 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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