How far is Clinton, MN from Saint Cloud, MN?
The driving distance from Clinton, MN to Saint Cloud, MN is about 136.5 miles (219.6 km), with a travel time of about 02h 52m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 110.2 miles (177.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 45m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 52m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Kandiyohi County, Minnesota, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Clinton and Saint Cloud.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clinton and Saint Cloud.
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Start on Main Street
10 m · 7 sec · Main Street
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Turn left onto 3rd Street
11.2 mi · 17 min · 3rd Street
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Turn left
41.3 mi · 47 min
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Turn left onto Church Street
552 ft · 7 sec · Church Street
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Continue on 14th Street South
1225 ft · 20 sec · 14th Street South
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Turn right onto Atlantic Avenue
113 m · 16 sec · Atlantic Avenue
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Turn left onto 13th Street North
35.8 mi · 47 min · 13th Street North
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At the end of the road, turn left
43.7 mi · 53 min
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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 Clinton 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.
Longest stretch
At the end of the road, turn left
43.7 mi · 00h 53m
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 Clinton and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Saint Cloud.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Clinton to Saint Cloud?
The road trip is about 136.5 miles (219.6 km) and usually takes 02h 52m 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?
Sunburg is a useful midpoint, sitting about 68.1 miles from Clinton and 68.4 miles from Saint Cloud.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 110.2 miles (177.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 26.3 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 12:44 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.20 one way or $34.41 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 42.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Clinton and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Saint Cloud.
Stop Ideas Near Sunburg
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Clinton and Saint Cloud. Straight-line distance: 110.18 mi (177.32 km).
#1 Clinton
City in Big Stone County, Minnesota, United States
| Population | 1,020 |
| Coordinates | 45.4602400, -96.4336700 |
| Altitude | 351 |
| 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: 220 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 32m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 24m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 43m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 16m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 56m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 42m |
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 | $17.20 | $34.41 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $18.90 | $37.80 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $21.17 | $42.34 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $23.44 | $46.89 |
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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