How far is Maple Grove, MN from Isanti, MN?
The driving distance from Maple Grove, MN to Isanti, MN is about 42.3 miles (68 km), with a travel time of about 00h 54m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 30.6 miles (49.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 48m 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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A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Unincorporated community in Benton County, Minnesota
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Maple Grove and Isanti.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Maple Grove and Isanti.
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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
2 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 169 North
1347 ft · 33 sec
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Merge slight left
3.2 mi · 4 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 610 East
1 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto MN-610
6.7 mi · 8 min · MN-610
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Merge slight left
1.5 km · 59 sec
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 65: Central Avenue
2242 ft · 1 min
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Turn left onto Central Avenue Northeast
24.9 mi · 30 min · Central Avenue Northeast
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Continue straight
1202 ft · 29 sec
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Turn right onto East Main Street
2656 ft · 1 min · East Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Street West
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Maple Grove and Isanti.
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.
Central Avenue Northeast
Turn left onto Central Avenue Northeast
24.9 mi · 00h 30m
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 Isanti.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Maple Grove to Isanti?
The road trip is about 42.3 miles (68 km) and usually takes 00h 54m 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?
Oak Park is a useful midpoint, sitting about 21.1 miles from Maple Grove and 21.1 miles from Isanti.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 30.6 miles (49.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.7 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 4:42 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.32 one way or $10.64 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13.2 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 Isanti.
Stop Ideas Near Oak Park
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 Oak Park.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Maple Grove and Isanti. Straight-line distance: 30.58 mi (49.22 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 Isanti
City in Minnesota, United States
| Population | 2,294 |
| Coordinates | 45.4902400, -93.2477300 |
| Altitude | 285 |
| Country | United States |
End: Isanti (-93.24773, 45.49024)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 68 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 24m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 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 |
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| Regular gas | $3.57 | $5.32 | $10.64 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $5.84 | $11.68 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $6.54 | $13.09 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $7.25 | $14.49 |
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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