How far is Spencer Brook, MN from Maple Grove, MN?
The driving distance from Spencer Brook, MN to Maple Grove, MN is about 42.8 miles (68.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 47m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 31.1 miles (50 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 34m 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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Halfway Point
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City in Sherburne County, Minnesota, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Spencer Brook and Maple Grove.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Spencer Brook and Maple Grove.
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Start on Feldspar Street Northwest
2.4 mi · 6 min · Feldspar Street Northwest
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Continue on County Road 7
1.1 km · 2 min · County Road 7
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Continue on Nacre Street Northwest
1.4 km · 2 min · Nacre Street Northwest
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Continue on Variolite Drive
1 km · 2 min · Variolite Drive
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Continue on Variolite Street Northwest
1.7 mi · 4 min · Variolite Street Northwest
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Turn right onto 261st Avenue Northwest
4.5 mi · 6 min · 261st Avenue Northwest
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Turn left onto 112th Street
2 mi · 3 min · 112th Street
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Turn right onto 245th Avenue
1.1 km · 1 min · 245th Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn right onto US Highway 169
2683 ft · 41 sec · US Highway 169
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Continue on US Highway 169
9.2 mi · 11 min · US Highway 169
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Continue on POW/MIA Memorial Highway
117 m · 5 sec · POW/MIA Memorial Highway
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Continue straight
6.9 mi · 8 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 94 East: Minneapolis, Saint Paul
1.1 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left
8.3 mi · 9 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 494 South
2227 ft · 32 sec
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Continue straight
1.2 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward CR 10: Bass Lake Road
1469 ft · 41 sec
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Turn right onto Bass Lake Road
2536 ft · 51 sec · Bass Lake Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Bass Lake Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Spencer Brook and Maple Grove.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
US Highway 169
Continue on US Highway 169
9.23 mi · 00h 11m
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 Cloudy then Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Spencer Brook and Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Maple Grove.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Spencer Brook to Maple Grove?
The road trip is about 42.8 miles (68.9 km) and usually takes 00h 47m 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?
Elk River is a useful midpoint, sitting about 20.7 miles from Spencer Brook and 22.1 miles from Maple Grove.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 31.1 miles (50 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 4:56 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.39 one way or $10.78 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Rain Showers around Spencer Brook and Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Maple Grove.
Stop Ideas Near Elk River
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 Elk River.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Spencer Brook and Maple Grove. Straight-line distance: 31.06 mi (49.99 km).
#1 Spencer Brook
Township in Isanti County, Minnesota
| Population | 1,672 |
| Coordinates | 45.5219100, -93.4405100 |
| Altitude | 290 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Maple Grove
The second most populous city in Hennepin County, Minnesota.
| Population | 72,881 |
| Coordinates | 45.0724600, -93.4557900 |
| Altitude | 287 |
| Country | United States |
End: Bass Lake Road (-93.455776, 45.072475)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 69 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 25m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 51m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 32m |
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 | $5.39 | $10.78 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $5.92 | $11.84 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $6.63 | $13.26 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $7.34 | $14.69 |
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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