How far is Maple Grove, MN from Lindstrom, MN?

The driving distance from Maple Grove, MN to Lindstrom, MN is about 46.9 miles (75.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 55m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 36.8 miles (59.2 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 51m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
46.85 mi
00h 55m
Flight
36.8 mi
59.22 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
36.8 mi
Kilometers
59.22 km
Flight Time
00h 04m

Driving Distance

Road route
46.85 mi
Kilometers
75.39 km
Drive Time
00h 55m

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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 00h 55m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Lindstrom
Sat, May 2, 10:04 PM CDT
Return by in Maple Grove
Sat, May 2, 10:59 PM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Maple Grove
2026-05-02T21:08
Arrive Lindstrom
Sat, May 2, 10:04 PM CDT
Route Timing
00h 55m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
8:56 AM to 10:56 AM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
4:38 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Maple Grove
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Circle Pines
MN

City in Anoka County, Minnesota, United States

From Maple Grove
23.4 mi
00h 27m
To Lindstrom
23.4 mi
00h 27m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
63°F
Saturday

Areas Of Frost then Sunny

Starts
Sat, May 2 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph WNW
Destination
62°F
Saturday

Widespread Frost then Sunny

Starts
Sat, May 2 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph WNW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Maple Grove and Lindstrom.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Maple Grove and Lindstrom.

  1. 1

    Start on Bass Lake Road

    1 km · 1 min · Bass Lake Road

  2. 2

    Turn left onto I 494 North

    96 m · 10 sec

  3. 3

    Keep slight left to continue on I 494 North

    1772 ft · 45 sec

  4. 4

    Merge slight left

    1 mi · 1 min

  5. 5

    Keep slight right to continue on I 94 East, I 694 East

    2523 ft · 36 sec

  6. 6

    Merge slight left

    6.3 mi · 8 min

  7. 7

    Keep slight left

    6.5 mi · 7 min

  8. 8

    Take the exit slight right toward I 35W North

    1038 ft · 27 sec

  9. 9

    Merge slight left

    3 mi · 4 min

  10. 10

    Keep slight left

    16.7 mi · 18 min

  11. 11

    Keep slight right to continue on Lake Boulevard

    11.6 mi · 14 min · Lake Boulevard

  12. 12

    Turn right onto Park Street

    41 m · 6 sec · Park Street

  13. 13

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Park Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Maple Grove and Lindstrom.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
13 steps
2 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
4
3 merges, 1 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
27.8 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 35W North
20 mi · 43%
I 94 East
13.2 mi · 28%
Lake Boulevard
11.6 mi · 25%
I 494 North
1.41 mi · 3%
Bass Lake Road
0.62 mi · 1%
Park Street
0.03 mi
Longest Stretch

I 35W North

Keep slight left

16.7 mi · 00h 18m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
00h 55m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
01h 52m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+10.1 mi
36.8 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Circle Pines
00h 27m from Maple Grove
Leave By
4:38 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Areas Of Frost then Sunny leaving Maple Grove and Widespread Frost then Sunny near Lindstrom.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Maple Grove to Lindstrom?

The road trip is about 46.9 miles (75.4 km) and usually takes 00h 55m 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?

Circle Pines is a useful midpoint, sitting about 23.4 miles from Maple Grove and 23.4 miles from Lindstrom.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 36.8 miles (59.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.1 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 4:38 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.89 one way or $11.78 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14.7 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Areas Of Frost then Sunny around Maple Grove and Widespread Frost then Sunny near Lindstrom.

Stop Ideas Near Circle Pines

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Circle Pines and the surrounding midpoint area.
Minneapolis City Hall
Scenic stop 14.4 mi away

Minneapolis City Hall

Minneapolis , MN
350 S 5th St, Minneapolis, MN 55415
Rating 4.3/5 28 reviews City Hall,Tourist attraction
Ham Lake City Hall
Meeting point 7.4 mi away

Ham Lake City Hall

Ham Lake , MN
15544 Central Ave NE, Ham Lake, MN 55304
Rating 4.3/5 8 reviews City Hall
Champlin Utility Billing
Nearby stop 12.2 mi away

Champlin Utility Billing

Champlin , MN
11955 Champlin Dr, Champlin, MN 55316
Rating 5.0/5 1 reviews Urban planning department

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Circle Pines.

RAIL

Saint Paul Union Depot

21 mi away
Midway Station
RAIL

Red Wing station

81 mi away
420 Levee Street
RAIL

St. Cloud

91 mi away
555 East St. Germain Street
BUS

Menomonie, WI

101 mi away
302 10th Avenue East

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Maple Grove and Lindstrom. Straight-line distance: 36.8 mi (59.22 km).

Maple Grove

#1 Maple Grove

The second most populous city in Hennepin County, Minnesota.

Population72,881
Coordinates45.0724600, -93.4557900
Altitude287
CountryUnited States
Lindstrom

#2 Lindstrom

City in Minnesota, USA

Population4,731
Coordinates45.3894100, -92.8479900
Altitude282
CountryUnited States
Start: Maple Grove (-93.45579, 45.07246)
End: Lindstrom (-92.84799, 45.38941)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 75 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 33m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 10m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 56m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 46m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 40m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 35m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.65 gal
6.26 L · about $5.89
Round trip
$11.78
3.3 gal · 12.52 L
Estimated CO2
14.7 kg one way
Round trip: 29.3 kg / 65 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.57 $5.89 $11.78
Mid-grade $3.92 $6.47 $12.94
Premium $4.39 $7.25 $14.49
Diesel $4.86 $8.03 $16.05

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Minnesota · May 03, 2026

There is no time difference between Maple Grove and Lindstrom. The current time is 21:08:57.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.