How far is Maple Grove, MN from Kasson, MN?
The driving distance from Maple Grove, MN to Kasson, MN is about 105.3 miles (169.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 02m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 80 miles (128.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 05m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 02m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Rice County, Minnesota, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Mostly Cloudy then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Maple Grove and Kasson.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Maple Grove and Kasson.
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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
56.9 mi · 1 hr 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 14 East: Rochester
1399 ft · 34 sec
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Continue straight
25.6 mi · 30 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 57, CR 13: Kasson, Mantorville
1881 ft · 54 sec
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Turn left onto Mantorville Avenue South
2464 ft · 1 min · Mantorville Avenue South
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Turn left
23 m · 2 sec
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Turn right onto Mantorville Avenue South
128 m · 14 sec · Mantorville Avenue South
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Continue on Mantorville Avenue South
20 m · 3 sec · Mantorville Avenue South
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Turn slight right onto East Main Street
637 ft · 21 sec · East Main Street
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Turn right onto 2nd Avenue Northwest
51 m · 7 sec · 2nd Avenue Northwest
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 2nd Avenue Northwest
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Maple Grove and Kasson.
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
56.9 mi · 01h 02m
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 Mostly Cloudy then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Kasson.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Maple Grove to Kasson?
The road trip is about 105.3 miles (169.5 km) and usually takes 02h 02m 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?
Dundas is a useful midpoint, sitting about 52.6 miles from Maple Grove and 52.7 miles from Kasson.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 80 miles (128.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 25.3 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 2:24 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.28 one way or $26.55 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 33.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Maple Grove and Mostly Cloudy then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Kasson.
Stop Ideas Near Dundas
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 Dundas.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Maple Grove and Kasson. Straight-line distance: 79.96 mi (128.68 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 Kasson
City in Minnesota, United States
| Population | 6,530 |
| Coordinates | 44.0299600, -92.7507400 |
| Altitude | 382 |
| Country | United States |
End: Kasson (-92.75074, 44.02996)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 169 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 30m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 37m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 06m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 45m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 30m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 18m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.57 | $13.28 | $26.55 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $14.59 | $29.17 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $16.34 | $32.68 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $18.09 | $36.19 |
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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