How far is Maple Grove, MN from Richfield, MN?
The driving distance from Maple Grove, MN to Richfield, MN is about 21.5 miles (34.6 km), with a travel time of about 00h 29m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 15.5 miles (25 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 59m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Maple Grove and Richfield.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Maple Grove and Richfield.
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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
11.7 mi · 15 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 62, CR 62
1515 ft · 39 sec
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Turn left onto Crosstown Highway
2.6 mi · 4 min · Crosstown Highway
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Keep slight left to continue on Crosstown Highway
4.8 mi · 6 min · Crosstown Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 35W South
1991 ft · 49 sec
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Merge slight left
58 m · 3 sec
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Take the exit slight right toward CR 53: 66th Street
1102 ft · 29 sec
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Turn left onto West 66th Street
2636 ft · 1 min · West 66th Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward West 66th Street
36 m · 4 sec · West 66th Street
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Exit the roundabout onto West 66th Street
870 ft · 22 sec · West 66th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West 66th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Maple Grove and Richfield.
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.
I 494 South
Merge slight left
11.7 mi · 00h 15m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Maple Grove and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Richfield.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Maple Grove to Richfield?
The road trip is about 21.5 miles (34.6 km) and usually takes 00h 29m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Hopkins is a useful midpoint, sitting about 10.7 miles from Maple Grove and 10.7 miles from Richfield.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 15.5 miles (25 km), while the road route adds roughly 6 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:30 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.71 one way or $5.42 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 6.8 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 Richfield.
Stop Ideas Near Hopkins
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
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Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Hopkins.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Maple Grove and Richfield. Straight-line distance: 15.56 mi (25.04 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 Richfield
City in Hennepin County, Minnesota, United States
| Population | 36,237 |
| Coordinates | 44.8833000, -93.2830000 |
| Altitude | 256 |
| Country | United States |
End: Richfield (-93.283, 44.8833)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 35 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 25m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 16m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.57 | $2.71 | $5.42 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $2.98 | $5.96 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $3.34 | $6.68 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $3.70 | $7.39 |
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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