Solway to Maple Grove is 215 miles and takes about 4 hours 20 minutes via US 10, with a fuel budget near $34 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Minnesota, traversing the Midwest region. Expect a predominantly highway experience, making for a straightforward trip. It's a good option if you need to get from point A to point B efficiently without much fuss, suitable for a single day's travel.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
107.5 miles from Solway, MN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 13m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 10
86 mi
1h 39m
State Highway 64 Southwest
33.7 mi
42m
State 64
28.6 mi
35m
I 94
21.1 mi
22m
Washington Avenue South
13.7 mi
17m
1st Street/US-2
9.7 mi
11m
Paul Bunyan Expressway
5.7 mi
6m
State Highway 200
4.6 mi
5m
Longest stretch:
US 10
— 86 mi, about 1h 39m
Traffic on I-94
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 28 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~3,797 veh/hr typical
· worst 4,595
Quietest
2 AM
~202 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
18.8×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 99 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 Solway, MN and Maple Grove, MN.
1
Start on CR 5
305 ft·8 sec·Centerline Road North
2
Turn left onto US 2
9.7 mi·11 min·1st Street/US-2
3
Keep slight right at fork onto US 2
5.7 mi·6 min·Paul Bunyan Expressway
Toward US 2, US 71 South: Grand Rapids, Park Rapids
4
Take the exit onto US 71
0.4 mi·48 sec·US 71
Toward US 71 South, MN 197: Park Rapids, Bemidji
5
Turn right onto US 71
14 mi·17 min·Washington Avenue South
6
Continue on MN 200
4.6 mi·5 min·State Highway 200
7
Turn right onto MN 64
16 mi·19 min·State 64
8
At end of road, turn right onto MN 34; MN 64
0.6 mi·58 sec·Broadway Street East
9
Turn left onto MN 64
0.9 mi·1 min·Marie Avenue Southeast
10
Continue on MN 64
13 mi·16 min·State 64
11
Continue on MN 64; MN 87
0.9 mi·1 min·State Highway 87 Southwest / State 64
12
Turn right onto MN 64
34 mi·42 min·State Highway 64 Southwest
13
At end of road, turn right onto MN 210
0.3 mi·20 sec·State Highway 210
14
At end of road, turn left onto US 10
60 mi·1 hr 8 min·US 10
Use the right lane.
15
Keep slight left at fork onto US 10
26 mi·30 min·US 10
16
Turn right onto 165th Avenue Southeast
1.8 mi·2 min·165th Avenue Southeast
17
Continue on Park Boulevard Southeast
1.4 mi·1 min·Park Boulevard Southeast
18
Continue on County Road 11
0.7 mi·57 sec·County Road 11
19
Turn right onto MN 25
0.1 mi·11 sec·State Highway 25
20
Continue on MN 25
0.3 mi·42 sec·Pine Street
21
Turn left onto CR 75
1.5 mi·2 min·Broadway Street East
22
Turn right onto CR 18
0.3 mi·40 sec·Fenning Avenue
23
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·54 sec
24
Merge onto I 94
21 mi·22 min·I 94
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25
Take the exit
0.4 mi·31 sec
Exit 216Toward I 494 SouthUse the straight / slight right lanes.
26
Continue on I 494
1.2 mi·1 min·I 494
27
Take the exit
0.3 mi·40 sec
Exit 26Toward CR 10: Bass Lake RoadUse the slight right lane.
28
Turn right onto CR 10
0.5 mi·50 sec·Bass Lake Road
Use the right lane.
29
Arrive at destination
CR 10
Trip Plan
With a drive time of just over 4 hours, leaving Solway in the morning should get you to Maple Grove with plenty of daylight to spare. There's one recommended stop, so plan to take a break around the halfway point to stretch your legs. The longest stretch without a major turn is 86 miles on US 10, so keep an eye on your fuel gauge as you approach that point. Given the relatively short distance and predominantly highway nature, you have flexibility with your departure 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 107.5 miles from Solway, MN, or about 2h 13m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 86 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 47 miles or 58m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 107.5 miles or 2h 13m 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 32m
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 Solway, 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 Solway, MN
This is one driving day of about 215 miles and 4h 20m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 47 miles from Solway, 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 US 10 for about 86 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 17
5 decision points cluster between mile 9.7 and 214.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
9.7 mi into trip|~11m in|US 2 / Paul Bunyan Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto US 2 / Paul Bunyan Expressway toward US 2, US 71 South: Grand Rapids, Park Rapids
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 2, US 71 South: Grand Rapids, Park Ra...
5
15.4 mi into trip|~17m in|US 71
Take the exit onto US 71 toward US 71 South, MN 197: Park Rapids, Bemidji
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 71 South, MN 197: Park Rapids, Bemidj...
7
212.6 mi into trip|~4h 16m 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
214.3 mi into trip|~4h 18m 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
214.5 mi into trip|~4h 19m 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
$35.97 one way
$71.95 round trip
$4.25/gal25.4 MPG avg75 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.53
$38.32
$76.64
premium
$5.11
$43.25
$86.49
diesel
$6.28
$53.12
$106.25
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$36
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$61–$86
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 75.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-19.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
64.5
0
$22.58
$10.32
Efficient EV
53.8
0
$18.81
$8.60
EV Truck/SUV
86
1
$30.10
$13.76
Gas CO2
75 kg
EV CO2
25 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 Oct 23, 2026
Origin
Solway, MN
Morning
in Solway on Saturday
Local time
7:02 AM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Rain
SSE 21 mph80% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Maple Grove, MN
Morning
in Maple Grove on Saturday
Local time
7:02 AM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Chance Rain Showers
SSE 15 mph52% chanceLive 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
2 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
4h 20m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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 be on highway for about 76% of this 215-mile route. The longest continuous stretch on a main road is 86 miles on US 10. Expect to transition from highway to surface roads for parts of the drive, particularly along State Highway 64 Southwest and State 64. The profile is mostly highway, so you'll likely notice a steady flow of traffic and fewer frequent exits once you leave the primary highway segments.
76% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
29 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 86 mi on US 10.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 10 and State Highway 64 Southwest. You will hit about 17 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 9.7 miles in near US 2 / Paul Bunyan Expressway.
Driving Effort6/10
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 215 miles you will encounter 17 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: at 9.7 miles (US 2 / Paul Bunyan Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 15.4 miles (US 71): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 212.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,542 ft928 ft
Total Climb
167 ft
Total Descent
674 ft
Highest Point
1,542 ft
~46.1 mi in
Elevation Range
613 ft
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 Solway, MN to Maple Grove, MN, road signs begin pointing toward Bemidji along the way.
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 20m. Total distance: 215 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 20m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (76%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 86 miles on US 10. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 4 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 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. There are 4 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 9.7 miles (US 2 / Paul Bunyan Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 15.4 miles (US 71): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 212.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 4.3 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.7 hours — manageable with a long break at Maple Grove, MN, but most travelers stay overnight.
