Spicer, MN to Maple Grove, MN is 99.2 miles and takes about 1h 54m via I 94, with a fuel budget near $15 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Minnesota, moving from the Midwest region to the same region. Expect a straightforward drive primarily on major highways, making it a convenient option for a quick trip. The route is mostly highway, so it’s a good choice if you want to cover ground efficiently without many detours.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
49.6 miles from Spicer, MN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 94
52.2 mi
56m
MN 23
44.2 mi
54m
I 494
1.2 mi
1m
Bass Lake Road
0.5 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 94
— 52.2 mi, about 56m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Spicer, MN and Maple Grove, MN.
1
Start on MN 23
0.1 mi·20 sec·MN 23
2
Continue on MN 23
44 mi·53 min·MN 23
3
Take the exit
0.4 mi·49 sec
Toward Interstate 94 EastUse the right lane.
4
Merge onto I 94
52 mi·56 min·I 94
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.4 mi·31 sec
Exit 216Toward I 494 SouthUse the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Continue on I 494
1.2 mi·1 min·I 494
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi·40 sec
Exit 26Toward CR 10: Bass Lake RoadUse the slight right lane.
8
Turn right onto CR 10
0.5 mi·50 sec·Bass Lake Road
Use the right lane.
9
Arrive at destination
CR 10
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of 1h 54m, you have flexibility with your departure time. Leaving mid-morning can help you avoid the worst of rush hour traffic in the Twin Cities. With only 99.2 miles, you won't need many stops, but it's wise to fill up your gas tank before leaving Spicer, MN, as the estimated fuel cost is only $15. Consider taking MN 23 for a brief change of scenery before rejoining the interstate system.
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 49.6 miles from Spicer, MN, or about 1h into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 52.2 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 22 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 49.6 miles or 1h 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 34m
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 Spicer, MN so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Spicer, MN
This is one driving day of about 99.2 miles and 1h 54m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Spicer, MN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 94 for about 52.2 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 5
5 decision points cluster between mile 44.2 and 98.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
44.2 mi into trip|~54m in
Take the exit toward Interstate 94 East
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward Interstate 94 East
5
44.6 mi into trip|~54m in|I 94
Merge onto I 94
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
96.8 mi into trip|~1h 51m 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
98.4 mi into trip|~1h 53m 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
98.7 mi into trip|~1h 53m 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
$14.76 one way
$29.53 round trip
$3.78/gal25.4 MPG avg35 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.07
$15.91
$31.81
premium
$4.53
$17.70
$35.40
diesel
$5.61
$21.90
$43.80
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 34.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
29.8
0
$10.42
$4.76
Efficient EV
24.8
0
$8.68
$3.97
EV Truck/SUV
39.7
0
$13.89
$6.35
Gas CO2
35 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (66% 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 20, 2026
Origin
Spicer, MN
Late night
in Spicer on Tuesday
Local time
5:18 AM
CDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Maple Grove, MN
Late night
in Maple Grove on Tuesday
Local time
5:18 AM
CDT
Current temp
27°F
Mostly Clear
0 mph0% 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
26 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 54m 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?
This drive is almost entirely on highways, with a 98% highway share. You'll spend the vast majority of your time on interstates. The longest continuous stretch on a single highway is 52.2 miles on I 94. You'll encounter a dense network of exits and merges as you approach the Minneapolis-St. Paul metropolitan area.
98% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
9 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 52.2 mi on I 94.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 94 and MN 23. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 44.2 miles in.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 54m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 44.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 44.6 miles (I 94): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 96.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The longest stretch is about 52.2 miles on I 94. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 9 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.
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: at 44.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 44.6 miles (I 94): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 96.8 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.
