Origin
Zimmerman, MN
Morning in Zimmerman on Tuesday
Local time
7:43 AM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Zimmerman, MN to Maple Grove, MN
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
35m
Distance
29.5 mi
47 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 33m
★
6 AM
0h 36m
8 AM
0h 42m
10 AM
0h 38m
12 PM
0h 37m
3 PM
0h 38m
5 PM
0h 41m
8 PM
0h 34m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Zimmerman, MN
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Maple Grove, MN
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick commute or a straightforward connection between Zimmerman and Maple Grove, this 29.5-mile route is an ideal choice. Expect to spend about 35 minutes behind the wheel, making this a perfect candidate for a single-day trip that requires no overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via US Highway 169, I-94, and MN 101 to complete the journey. With a total fuel cost of approximately $4, it is a very budget-friendly trip for solo drivers or small groups. Because both locations are situated within the Midwest, the drive maintains a consistent regional feel throughout the transition. This is a purely practical trip, best suited for those who want to get from point A to point B with maximum efficiency.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US Highway 169 | 10.9 mi | 12m |
| I 94 | 8.3 mi | 9m |
| MN 101 | 6.9 mi | 8m |
| I 494 | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| Bass Lake Road | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| 261st Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| POW/MIA Memorial Highway | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| 2nd Street West | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US Highway 169
— 10.9 mi, about 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Zimmerman, MN and Maple Grove, MN.
1
Start on 2nd Street West
30 ft
·
3 sec
·
2nd Street West
2
Turn right onto 261st Avenue
0.3 mi
·
24 sec
·
261st Avenue
3
Turn right onto US 169
11 mi
·
12 min
·
US Highway 169
4
Continue on US 169
383 ft
·
4 sec
·
POW/MIA Memorial Highway
5
Continue on MN 101
6.9 mi
·
8 min
·
MN 101
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 94 East: Minneapolis, Saint Paul
7
Merge onto I 94
8.3 mi
·
9 min
·
I 94
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
31 sec
Exit 216
Toward I 494 South
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on I 494
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
I 494
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Exit 26
Toward CR 10: Bass Lake Road
Use the slight right lane.
11
Turn right onto CR 10
0.5 mi
·
50 sec
·
Bass Lake Road
Use the right lane.
12
Arrive at destination
CR 10
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 75 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 29 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
261st Avenue
Turn right onto 261st Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
18.1 mi into trip
|
~21m in
Take the exit toward I 94 East: Minneapolis, Saint Paul
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 94 East: Minneapolis, Saint Paul
7
27.1 mi into trip
|
~31m 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
28.8 mi into trip
|
~34m 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
29 mi into trip
|
~34m 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
$4.39 one way
$8.78 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $4.73 | $9.46 |
| premium | $4.53 | $5.26 | $10.53 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.51 | $13.03 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.9 | 0 | $3.10 | $1.42 |
| Efficient EV | 7.4 | 0 | $2.58 | $1.18 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.8 | 0 | $4.13 | $1.89 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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
Morning in Maple Grove on Tuesday
Local time
7:43 AM
CDT
Current temp
57°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
1 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
35m 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 trip is defined by its highway-focused profile, with a full 92 percent of the journey spent on high-speed roads. You can settle in for a steady pace, as the longest uninterrupted stretch covers 10.9 miles along US Highway 169. Do not expect winding backroads or technical maneuvers here; the route prioritizes speed and direct connectivity. As you transition between the primary highways, you will notice the rhythm of the drive remains consistent and predictable. It is a functional, efficient drive that minimizes the need for frequent lane changes or complex navigation, allowing you to focus on the road ahead.
92% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 10.9 mi on US Highway 169.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US Highway 169 and I 94. You will hit about 7 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near 261st Avenue.
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 29.5 miles you will encounter 7 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 (261st Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 18.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 27.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,015 ft
863 ft
Total Climb
237 ft
Total Descent
284 ft
Highest Point
1,015 ft
~4.2 mi in
Elevation Range
152 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
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 Zimmerman, MN to Maple Grove, MN, road signs begin pointing toward Saint Paul along the way.
Saint Paul
18.1 mi in
|
~21m
About the Cities
Arriving in Maple Grove, MN
Full guide →Founded 1858
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 35m. Total distance: 29.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
35m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 10.9 miles on US Highway 169. 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 (261st Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 18.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 27.1 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, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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