How far is Maple Grove, MN from Clearwater, MN?
The driving distance from Maple Grove, MN to Clearwater, MN is about 41.6 miles (66.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 47m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 37.5 miles (60.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 35m 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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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Wright County, Minnesota, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Maple Grove and Clearwater.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Maple Grove and Clearwater.
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Start on Bass Lake Road
1 km · 1 min · Bass Lake Road
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Turn left onto I 494 North
96 m · 10 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 494 North
1772 ft · 45 sec
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Merge slight left
1 mi · 1 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
21.3 mi · 23 min
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Take the exit slight right
1360 ft · 37 sec
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Turn right onto State Highway 24
1726 ft · 37 sec · State Highway 24
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Turn left
793 ft · 18 sec
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Turn right onto Ash Street
850 ft · 43 sec · Ash Street
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Turn left onto Lowerbluff Street
666 ft · 29 sec · Lowerbluff Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Maple Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Maple Grove and Clearwater.
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 94 West
Keep slight left
21.3 mi · 00h 23m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Maple Grove and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Clearwater.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Maple Grove to Clearwater?
The road trip is about 41.6 miles (66.9 km) and usually takes 00h 47m 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?
Albertville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 20.8 miles from Maple Grove and 20.8 miles from Clearwater.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 37.5 miles (60.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.1 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 4:54 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.25 one way or $10.49 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Maple Grove and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Clearwater.
Stop Ideas Near Albertville
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 Albertville.
Saint Paul Union Depot
St. Cloud
Red Wing station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Maple Grove and Clearwater. Straight-line distance: 37.51 mi (60.37 km).
#1 Maple Grove
The second most populous city in Hennepin County, Minnesota.
| Population | 72,881 |
| Coordinates | 45.0724600, -93.4557900 |
| Altitude | 287 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Clearwater
City in Minnesota, United States
| Population | 1,390 |
| Coordinates | 45.4194100, -94.0488700 |
| Altitude | 294 |
| Country | United States |
End: Clearwater (-94.04887, 45.41941)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 67 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 23m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 02m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 31m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.57 | $5.25 | $10.49 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $5.76 | $11.53 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $6.46 | $12.91 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $7.15 | $14.30 |
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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