How far is Maple Grove, MN from Dundas, MN?
The driving distance from Maple Grove, MN to Dundas, MN is about 56.5 miles (91 km), with a travel time of about 01h 09m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 46.2 miles (74.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 19m 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 09m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
The most populous city in Dakota County, Minnesota.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Maple Grove and Dundas.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Maple Grove and Dundas.
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Start on Bass Lake Road
2569 ft · 54 sec · Bass Lake Road
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Take the ramp right toward I 494 South
89 m · 7 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 494 South
1372 ft · 35 sec
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Merge slight left
20.1 mi · 25 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 35W South: Albert Lea
1038 ft · 25 sec
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Continue on I 35W South: Albert Lea
2054 ft · 50 sec
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Merge slight left
29.8 mi · 33 min
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Take the exit slight right toward CR 1
1827 ft · 52 sec
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Turn left onto Millersburg Boulevard
3.8 mi · 5 min · Millersburg Boulevard
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Continue on West Avenue West
3267 ft · 1 min · West Avenue West
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Turn left onto Railway Street South
1403 ft · 44 sec · Railway Street South
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Turn right onto Hester Street
1325 ft · 45 sec · Hester Street
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Turn left onto 2nd Street North
23 m · 2 sec · 2nd Street North
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 2nd Street North
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Maple Grove and Dundas.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
I 35W South
Merge slight left
29.8 mi · 00h 33m
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.
Sunny leaving Maple Grove and Sunny near Dundas.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Maple Grove to Dundas?
The road trip is about 56.5 miles (91 km) and usually takes 01h 09m 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?
Burnsville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 28.3 miles from Maple Grove and 28.3 miles from Dundas.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 46.2 miles (74.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.3 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:10 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.10 one way or $14.20 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 17.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Maple Grove and Sunny near Dundas.
Stop Ideas Near Burnsville
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 Burnsville.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Maple Grove and Dundas. Straight-line distance: 46.14 mi (74.26 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 Dundas
City in Rice County, Minnesota, United States
| Population | 1,652 |
| Coordinates | 44.4294100, -93.2018800 |
| Altitude | 284 |
| Country | United States |
End: Dundas (-93.20188, 44.42941)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 91 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 53m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 24m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 07m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 56m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 48m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 42m |
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 | $7.10 | $14.20 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $7.80 | $15.61 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $8.74 | $17.48 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $9.68 | $19.36 |
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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