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

The driving distance from Lindstrom, MN to Maple Grove, MN is about 47.2 miles (76 km), with a travel time of about 00h 51m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 36.8 miles (59.2 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 42m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
47.24 mi
00h 51m
Flight
36.8 mi
59.22 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
36.8 mi
Kilometers
59.22 km
Flight Time
00h 04m

Driving Distance

Road route
47.24 mi
Kilometers
76.03 km
Drive Time
00h 51m

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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 00h 51m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Maple Grove
Sat, May 2, 9:37 PM CDT
Return by in Lindstrom
Sat, May 2, 10:28 PM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Lindstrom
2026-05-02T20:46
Arrive Maple Grove
Sat, May 2, 9:37 PM CDT
Route Timing
00h 51m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
8:51 AM to 10:51 AM CDT

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

Leave by
4:48 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Lindstrom
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
Circle Pines
MN

City in Anoka County, Minnesota, United States

From Lindstrom
23.4 mi
00h 25m
To Maple Grove
23.8 mi
00h 25m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
62°F
Saturday

Widespread Frost then Sunny

Starts
Sat, May 2 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph WNW
Destination
63°F
Saturday

Areas Of Frost then Sunny

Starts
Sat, May 2 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph WNW

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on Park Street

    41 m · 6 sec · Park Street

  2. 2

    Continue on Park Street

    109 m · 32 sec · Park Street

  3. 3

    Turn left onto Lake Boulevard

    11.8 mi · 15 min · Lake Boulevard

  4. 4

    Merge slight left

    5 mi · 5 min

  5. 5

    Keep slight right to continue on I 35W: Minneapolis

    14.7 mi · 16 min

  6. 6

    Take the exit slight right toward I 694 West

    2891 ft · 1 min

  7. 7

    Merge slight left

    12.4 mi · 15 min

  8. 8

    Take the exit slight left toward I 494 South

    2515 ft · 36 sec

  9. 9

    Continue straight

    1.2 mi · 2 min

  10. 10

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

    1469 ft · 41 sec

  11. 11

    Turn right onto Bass Lake Road

    2536 ft · 51 sec · Bass Lake Road

  12. 12

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Bass Lake Road

Car Route Details

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

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Interchange-aware route

The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.

Directions
12 steps
2 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
5
2 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
25.4 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Lake Boulevard
16.8 mi · 35%
I 35W
14.7 mi · 31%
I 694 West
12.9 mi · 27%
I 494 South
1.71 mi · 4%
Bass Lake Road
0.48 mi · 1%
CR 10
0.28 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

I 35W

Keep slight right to continue on I 35W: Minneapolis

14.7 mi · 00h 16m

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
00h 51m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
01h 42m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+10.4 mi
36.8 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Circle Pines
00h 25m from Lindstrom
Leave By
4:48 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Widespread Frost then Sunny leaving Lindstrom and Areas Of Frost then Sunny near Maple Grove.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 47.2 miles (76 km) and usually takes 00h 51m 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?

Circle Pines is a useful midpoint, sitting about 23.4 miles from Lindstrom and 23.8 miles from Maple Grove.

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

The direct path is about 36.8 miles (59.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.4 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 4:48 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.96 one way or $11.92 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14.8 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Widespread Frost then Sunny around Lindstrom and Areas Of Frost then Sunny near Maple Grove.

Stop Ideas Near Circle Pines

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

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Circle Pines and the surrounding midpoint area.
Minneapolis City Hall
Scenic stop 14.7 mi away

Minneapolis City Hall

Minneapolis , MN
350 S 5th St, Minneapolis, MN 55415
Rating 4.3/5 28 reviews City Hall,Tourist attraction
Ham Lake City Hall
Meeting point 7.5 mi away

Ham Lake City Hall

Ham Lake , MN
15544 Central Ave NE, Ham Lake, MN 55304
Rating 4.3/5 8 reviews City Hall
Champlin Utility Billing
Nearby stop 12.6 mi away

Champlin Utility Billing

Champlin , MN
11955 Champlin Dr, Champlin, MN 55316
Rating 5.0/5 1 reviews Urban planning department

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Circle Pines.

RAIL

Saint Paul Union Depot

21 mi away
Midway Station
RAIL

Red Wing station

81 mi away
420 Levee Street
RAIL

St. Cloud

91 mi away
555 East St. Germain Street
BUS

Menomonie, WI

101 mi away
302 10th Avenue East

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Lindstrom and Maple Grove. Straight-line distance: 36.8 mi (59.22 km).

Lindstrom

#1 Lindstrom

City in Minnesota, USA

Population4,731
Coordinates45.3894100, -92.8479900
Altitude282
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: Park Street (-92.848136, 45.389406)
End: Bass Lake Road (-93.455776, 45.072475)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 76 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 34m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 10m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 56m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 47m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 40m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 35m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.67 gal
6.31 L · about $5.96
Round trip
$11.92
3.34 gal · 12.62 L
Estimated CO2
14.8 kg one way
Round trip: 29.7 kg / 65 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.57 $5.96 $11.92
Mid-grade $3.92 $6.55 $13.10
Premium $4.39 $7.33 $14.67
Diesel $4.86 $8.12 $16.25

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 · May 03, 2026

There is no time difference between Lindstrom and Maple Grove. The current time is 20:46:31.

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.