How far is Maple Grove, MN from Esko, MN?
The driving distance from Maple Grove, MN to Esko, MN is about 145.8 miles (234.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 41m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 124.5 miles (200.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 22m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CST.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 41m.
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.
City in Pine County, Minnesota, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Maple Grove and Esko.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Maple Grove and Esko.
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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 right to continue on I 94 East, I 694 East
2523 ft · 36 sec
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Merge slight left
6.3 mi · 8 min
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Keep slight left
6.5 mi · 7 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 35W North
1038 ft · 27 sec
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Merge slight left
3 mi · 4 min
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Keep slight left
16.7 mi · 18 min
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Keep slight left
109.5 mi · 1 hr 57 min
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Take the exit slight right toward CR 1: Esko, Thomson
2115 ft · 58 sec
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Turn left onto Thomson Road
1.2 km · 2 min · Thomson Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Thomson Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Maple Grove and Esko.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
I 35W North
Keep slight left
110 mi · 01h 57m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Maple Grove and Partly Sunny near Esko.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Maple Grove to Esko?
The road trip is about 145.8 miles (234.7 km) and usually takes 02h 41m 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?
Pine City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 72.9 miles from Maple Grove and 73 miles from Esko.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 124.5 miles (200.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 21.3 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 CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:08 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.40 one way or $40.81 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 45.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Maple Grove and Partly Sunny near Esko.
Stop Ideas Near Pine City
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 Pine City.
St. Cloud
Saint Paul Union Depot
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Maple Grove and Esko. Straight-line distance: 124.48 mi (200.33 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 Esko
Esko is a place in Minnesota, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 46.7057800, -92.3632500 |
| Altitude | 356 |
| Country | United States |
End: Esko (-92.36325, 46.70578)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 235 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 51m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 38m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 55m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 25m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 05m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 49m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.96 | $20.40 | $40.81 |
| Mid-grade | $4.45 | $22.90 | $45.79 |
| Premium | $4.97 | $25.60 | $51.19 |
| Diesel | $6.09 | $31.37 | $62.75 |
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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