How far is Maple Grove, MI from Cascade, MI?
The driving distance from Maple Grove, MI to Cascade, MI is about 23.8 miles (38.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 40m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 18.5 miles (29.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 20m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Areas Of Fog then Mostly Sunny
Areas Of Fog then Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Maple Grove and Cascade.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Maple Grove and Cascade.
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Start on McMaster Road
38 m · 11 sec · McMaster Road
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Turn left onto Maple Grove Road
606 ft · 33 sec · Maple Grove Road
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Turn sharp right
13.9 mi · 19 min
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Turn left onto County Road 480
7.2 mi · 11 min · County Road 480
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Turn left onto County Road NG
1.2 km · 3 min · County Road NG
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Continue on County Road NC
1.8 mi · 7 min · County Road NC
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Maple Grove and Cascade.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Longest stretch
Turn sharp right
13.9 mi · 00h 19m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Areas Of Fog then Mostly Sunny leaving Maple Grove and Areas Of Fog then Mostly Sunny near Cascade.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Maple Grove to Cascade?
The road trip is about 23.8 miles (38.3 km) and usually takes 00h 40m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Skandia is a useful midpoint, sitting about 11.9 miles from Maple Grove and 11.9 miles from Cascade.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 18.5 miles (29.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.3 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:10 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.17 one way or $6.34 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 7.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Areas Of Fog then Mostly Sunny around Maple Grove and Areas Of Fog then Mostly Sunny near Cascade.
Stop Ideas Near Skandia
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Skandia.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Maple Grove and Cascade. Straight-line distance: 18.49 mi (29.76 km).
#1 Maple Grove
Township in Saginaw County, Michigan
| Population | 1,316 |
| Coordinates | 46.3041100, -87.1573700 |
| Altitude | 338 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Cascade
Cascade is a place in Michigan, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 46.4468800, -87.4854200 |
| Altitude | 374 |
| Country | United States |
End: Cascade (-87.48542, 46.44688)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 38 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 28m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 23m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 20m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 17m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $3.17 | $6.34 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $3.57 | $7.15 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $3.91 | $7.82 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $4.46 | $8.91 |
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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