How far is Alexandria, MN from Maple Grove, MN?

The driving distance from Alexandria, MN to Maple Grove, MN is about 119.7 miles (192.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 50m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 108.7 miles (175 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 41m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
Trip Tools

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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
119.68 mi
01h 50m
Flight
108.72 mi
174.97 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
108.72 mi
Kilometers
174.97 km
Flight Time
00h 13m

Driving Distance

Road route
119.68 mi
Kilometers
192.6 km
Drive Time
01h 50m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 01h 50m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Maple Grove
Wed, Apr 15, 2:49 PM CDT
Return by in Alexandria
Wed, Apr 15, 4:40 PM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Alexandria
2026-04-15T12:59
Arrive Maple Grove
Wed, Apr 15, 2:49 PM CDT
Route Timing
01h 50m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:51 AM to 11:51 AM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
2:48 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Alexandria
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Saint Joseph
MN

City in Minnesota, United States

From Alexandria
59.6 mi
00h 55m
To Maple Grove
60 mi
00h 55m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
69°F
Today

Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 15 10:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 mph SSW
Destination
68°F
Today

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 15 8:00 AM CDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph NE

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Alexandria and Maple Grove.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Alexandria and Maple Grove.

  1. 1

    Start on Broadway Street

    1.2 mi · 3 min · Broadway Street

  2. 2

    Continue on State Highway 29

    1.8 mi · 3 min · State Highway 29

  3. 3

    Turn left onto I 94, US 52, MN 27: St. Cloud

    1429 ft · 37 sec

  4. 4

    Merge slight left

    113.7 mi · 2 hr 2 min

  5. 5

    Take the exit slight right toward I 494 South

    2227 ft · 32 sec

  6. 6

    Continue straight

    1.2 mi · 2 min

  7. 7

    Take the exit slight right toward CR 10: Bass Lake Road

    1469 ft · 41 sec

  8. 8

    Turn right onto Bass Lake Road

    2536 ft · 51 sec · Bass Lake Road

  9. 9

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Bass Lake Road

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Alexandria and Maple Grove.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
9 steps
2 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
7.5 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 94
114 mi · 95%
State Highway 29
1.82 mi · 2%
I 494 South
1.65 mi · 1%
Broadway Street
1.23 mi · 1%
Bass Lake Road
0.48 mi
CR 10
0.28 mi
Longest Stretch

I 94

Merge slight left

114 mi · 02h 02m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A comfortable day-trip route

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

Drive Time
01h 50m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
03h 42m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+11 mi
108.7 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Saint Joseph
00h 55m from Alexandria
Leave By
2:48 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving Alexandria and Mostly Sunny near Maple Grove.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Alexandria to Maple Grove?

The road trip is about 119.7 miles (192.6 km) and usually takes 01h 50m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Saint Joseph is a useful midpoint, sitting about 59.6 miles from Alexandria and 60 miles from Maple Grove.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 108.7 miles (175 km), while the road route adds roughly 11 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.

When is the best time to leave for this route?

A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:48 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.06 one way or $30.12 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 37.5 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around Alexandria and Mostly Sunny near Maple Grove.

Stop Ideas Near Saint Joseph

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Saint Joseph, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Saint Joseph.

RAIL

St. Cloud

13 mi away
555 East St. Germain Street
RAIL

Staples

95 mi away
First & Fourth Aves
RAIL

Saint Paul Union Depot

111 mi away
Midway Station

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Alexandria and Maple Grove. Straight-line distance: 108.72 mi (174.97 km).

Alexandria

#1 Alexandria

City in Minnesota, United States

Population2,902
Coordinates45.8852400, -95.3775400
Altitude428
CountryUnited States
Maple Grove

#2 Maple Grove

The second most populous city in Hennepin County, Minnesota.

Population72,881
Coordinates45.0724600, -93.4557900
Altitude287
CountryUnited States
Start: Broadway Street (-95.377655, 45.885241)
End: Bass Lake Road (-93.455776, 45.072475)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 193 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)03h 59m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)02h 59m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 23m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 59m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 42m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 29m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
4.22 gal
15.99 L · about $15.06
Round trip
$30.12
8.44 gal · 31.98 L
Estimated CO2
37.5 kg one way
Round trip: 75 kg / 165 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.57 $15.06 $30.12
Mid-grade $3.92 $16.55 $33.09
Premium $4.39 $18.53 $37.07
Diesel $4.86 $20.53 $41.05

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Minnesota · Apr 15, 2026

There is no time difference between Alexandria and Maple Grove. The current time is 12:59:08.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.