How far is Dodge Center, MN from Maple Grove, MN?
The driving distance from Dodge Center, MN to Maple Grove, MN is about 100.6 miles (161.9 km), with a travel time of about 01h 38m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 78 miles (125.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 16m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 38m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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City in Rice County, Minnesota, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Dodge Center and Maple Grove.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dodge Center and Maple Grove.
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Start on East Main Street
1207 ft · 40 sec · East Main Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto 3rd Avenue Southwest
2038 ft · 49 sec · 3rd Avenue Southwest
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Continue on 190th Avenue
1159 ft · 19 sec · 190th Avenue
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Take the ramp right toward US 14 West, MN 56 North: Owatonna
15.2 mi · 18 min
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Continue straight
4.6 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 35 North: Minneapolis
3211 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
47.9 mi · 51 min
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Keep slight left
8.3 mi · 10 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 494 East, MN 5 East
1527 ft · 37 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 494 West, MN 5 West
1.3 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left
5.8 mi · 7 min
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Keep slight left
14.3 mi · 18 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 Dodge Center 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.
I 35 North
Merge slight left
47.9 mi · 00h 51m
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.
Slight Chance Rain And Snow Showers leaving Dodge Center and Chance Snow Showers near Maple Grove.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Dodge Center to Maple Grove?
The road trip is about 100.6 miles (161.9 km) and usually takes 01h 38m 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?
Dundas is a useful midpoint, sitting about 49.8 miles from Dodge Center and 50.8 miles from Maple Grove.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 78 miles (125.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 22.6 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 3:14 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.67 one way or $25.34 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 31.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain And Snow Showers around Dodge Center and Chance Snow Showers near Maple Grove.
Stop Ideas Near Dundas
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 Dodge Center and Maple Grove. Straight-line distance: 78 mi (125.53 km).
#1 Dodge Center
City in Dodge County, Minnesota, United States of America
| Population | 2,798 |
| Coordinates | 44.0280200, -92.8546400 |
| Altitude | 394 |
| 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: 162 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 21m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 30m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 00m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 40m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 26m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 15m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.57 | $12.67 | $25.34 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $13.92 | $27.84 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $15.59 | $31.18 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $17.27 | $34.53 |
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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