How far is Clara City, MN from Saint Cloud, MN?
The driving distance from Clara City, MN to Saint Cloud, MN is about 83.7 miles (134.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 72 miles (115.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 33m 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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Human settlement in Kandiyohi County, Minnesota, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Clara City and Saint Cloud.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clara City and Saint Cloud.
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Start on 1st Avenue Southwest
61.5 mi · 1 hr 15 min · 1st Avenue Southwest
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Continue on 4th Street West
713 ft · 12 sec · 4th Street West
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Continue on 4th Street Southeast
18 mi · 23 min · 4th Street Southeast
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Turn left onto 10th Avenue South
1424 ft · 34 sec · 10th Avenue South
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Turn right onto Division Street
1.2 km · 1 min · Division Street
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Turn left onto 44th Avenue North
1978 ft · 46 sec · 44th Avenue North
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Turn right onto 3rd Street Northeast
2 mi · 4 min · 3rd Street Northeast
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Turn right onto 16th Avenue North
124 m · 17 sec · 16th Avenue North
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Turn left onto 2nd Street North
2749 ft · 1 min · 2nd Street North
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Turn right onto 8th Avenue North
77 m · 16 sec · 8th Avenue North
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Turn left onto Courthouse Square
2 m · 1 sec · Courthouse Square
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Courthouse Square
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Clara City and Saint Cloud.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
1st Avenue Southwest
Start on 1st Avenue Southwest
61.5 mi · 01h 15m
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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Clara City and Chance Rain Showers near Saint Cloud.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Clara City to Saint Cloud?
The road trip is about 83.7 miles (134.7 km) and usually takes 01h 46m 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?
Regal is a useful midpoint, sitting about 41.8 miles from Clara City and 41.9 miles from Saint Cloud.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 72 miles (115.8 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 2:56 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.53 one way or $21.06 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 26.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Clara City and Chance Rain Showers near Saint Cloud.
Stop Ideas Near Regal
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 Regal.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Clara City and Saint Cloud. Straight-line distance: 71.97 mi (115.83 km).
#1 Clara City
City in Chippewa County, Minnesota, United States
| Population | 1,276 |
| Coordinates | 44.9549600, -95.3664000 |
| Altitude | 322 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Saint Cloud
City in Minnesota
| Population | 68,510 |
| Coordinates | 45.5608000, -94.1624900 |
| Altitude | 314 |
| Country | United States |
End: Saint Cloud (-94.16249, 45.5608)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 135 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 47m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 05m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 40m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 23m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 11m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 02m |
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 | $10.53 | $21.06 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $11.57 | $23.13 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $12.96 | $25.91 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $14.35 | $28.70 |
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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