How far is Cannon Falls, MN from Maple Grove, MN?
The driving distance from Cannon Falls, MN to Maple Grove, MN is about 59.9 miles (96.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 00m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 47.5 miles (76.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 01m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 00m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Dakota County, Minnesota, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Rain Showers
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Cannon Falls and Maple Grove.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cannon Falls and Maple Grove.
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Start on West Main Street
3132 ft · 1 min · West Main Street
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Take the ramp right toward US 52 North: Saint Paul
1522 ft · 37 sec
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Merge slight left
23.2 mi · 27 min
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Keep slight left to continue on MN 55 West: Minneapolis
13.2 mi · 17 min
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Keep slight left to continue on Crosstown Highway
8.5 mi · 11 min · Crosstown Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 494 North
684 ft · 17 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 494 North
1898 ft · 48 sec
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Merge slight left
11.6 mi · 14 min
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Take the exit slight right toward CR 10: Bass Lake Road
1416 ft · 37 sec
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Turn left onto Bass Lake Road
1 km · 1 min · Bass Lake Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Bass Lake Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Cannon Falls and Maple Grove.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
US 52 North
Merge slight left
23.2 mi · 00h 27m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Cannon Falls 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 Cannon Falls to Maple Grove?
The road trip is about 59.9 miles (96.4 km) and usually takes 01h 00m 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?
Mendota Heights is a useful midpoint, sitting about 29.4 miles from Cannon Falls and 30.5 miles from Maple Grove.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 47.5 miles (76.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.4 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:28 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.53 one way or $15.06 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 18.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Cannon Falls and Mostly Sunny near Maple Grove.
Stop Ideas Near Mendota Heights
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Minneapolis City Hall
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Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Mendota Heights.
Saint Paul Union Depot
Red Wing station
Menomonie, WI
St. Cloud
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Cannon Falls and Maple Grove. Straight-line distance: 47.49 mi (76.42 km).
#1 Cannon Falls
City in Goodhue County, Minnesota, United States
| Population | 1,087 |
| Coordinates | 44.5069100, -92.9054800 |
| Altitude | 256 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Maple Grove
The second most populous city in Hennepin County, Minnesota.
| Population | 72,881 |
| Coordinates | 45.0724600, -93.4557900 |
| Altitude | 287 |
| Country | United States |
End: Bass Lake Road (-93.455776, 45.072475)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 96 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 59m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 29m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 11m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 51m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 44m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.57 | $7.53 | $15.06 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $8.27 | $16.55 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $9.27 | $18.53 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $10.26 | $20.53 |
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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