How far is Apple Valley, MN from East Grand Forks, MN?
The driving distance from Apple Valley, MN to East Grand Forks, MN is about 335.4 miles (539.8 km), with a travel time of about 06h 03m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 286 miles (460.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 12h 07m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 7:30 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Drive time stays fixed at 06h 03m.
Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Apple Valley and East Grand Forks.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Apple Valley and East Grand Forks.
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Start on County Road 42
11 m · 6 sec · County Road 42
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Turn right onto Cedar Avenue
9.5 mi · 12 min · Cedar Avenue
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Take the exit slight right toward I 494 West, MN 5 West
973 ft · 26 sec
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Merge slight left
8.8 mi · 11 min
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Keep slight left
15.9 mi · 20 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 94 West: Saint Cloud
3250 ft · 50 sec
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Continue straight
16.6 mi · 18 min
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Keep slight left
203.1 mi · 3 hr 39 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 29 North, US 81 North: Grand Forks
2839 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
76.3 mi · 1 hr 14 min
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Take the exit slight right
1374 ft · 33 sec
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Keep slight right
551 ft · 13 sec
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Turn straight onto DeMers Avenue
3.5 mi · 7 min · DeMers Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · DeMers Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Apple Valley and East Grand Forks.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
I 94 West
Keep slight left
203 mi · 03h 39m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
Better with a longer stop
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
Mostly Sunny leaving Apple Valley and Sunny near East Grand Forks.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Apple Valley to East Grand Forks?
The road trip is about 335.4 miles (539.8 km) and usually takes 06h 03m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Evansville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 167.5 miles from Apple Valley and 167.9 miles from East Grand Forks.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 286 miles (460.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 49.4 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 6:00 AM to 7:30 AM CDT. Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $42.22 one way or $84.44 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 105.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Apple Valley and Sunny near East Grand Forks.
Stop Ideas Near Evansville
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Apple Valley and East Grand Forks. Straight-line distance: 285.95 mi (460.19 km).
#1 Apple Valley
A city in Dakota County, Minnesota.
| Population | 54,847 |
| Coordinates | 44.7319100, -93.2177200 |
| Altitude | 291 |
| Country | United States |
#2 East Grand Forks
City in Polk County, Minnesota, United States of America
| Population | 8,401 |
| Coordinates | 47.9299800, -97.0245200 |
| Altitude | 253 |
| Country | United States |
End: East Grand Forks (-97.02452, 47.92998)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 540 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 11h 10m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 08h 23m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 42m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 35m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 47m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 04h 11m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.57 | $42.22 | $84.44 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $46.39 | $92.77 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $51.96 | $103.91 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $57.54 | $115.08 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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