How far is Cloquet, MN from Minnetonka, MN?
The driving distance from Cloquet, MN to Minnetonka, MN is about 154.8 miles (249.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 17m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 134.7 miles (216.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 35m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 17m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
City in Pine County, Minnesota, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Widespread Fog then Sunny
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Cloquet and Minnetonka.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cloquet and Minnetonka.
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Start on 4th Street
8 m · 1 sec · 4th Street
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Turn left onto Cloquet Avenue
158 m · 22 sec · Cloquet Avenue
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Turn left
2.1 mi · 4 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward I 35 South
24 m · 1 sec
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Exit the roundabout onto I 35 South
2829 ft · 40 sec
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Merge slight left
109.7 mi · 1 hr 58 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 35W: Minneapolis
14.7 mi · 16 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 694 West
2891 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
4.9 mi · 6 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 100
3218 ft · 1 min
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Continue straight
9.5 mi · 12 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 7 West
1299 ft · 31 sec
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Merge slight left onto Minnesota State Highway 7
7.8 mi · 12 min · Minnesota State Highway 7
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Turn left onto County Road 101
73 m · 11 sec · County Road 101
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · County Road 101
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Cloquet and Minnetonka.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 35 South
Merge slight left
110 mi · 01h 58m
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.
Widespread Fog then Sunny leaving Cloquet and Sunny near Minnetonka.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Cloquet to Minnetonka?
The road trip is about 154.8 miles (249.1 km) and usually takes 02h 17m 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?
Rock Creek is a useful midpoint, sitting about 75.4 miles from Cloquet and 79.3 miles from Minnetonka.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 134.7 miles (216.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 20.1 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 1:54 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.49 one way or $38.97 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 48.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Widespread Fog then Sunny around Cloquet and Sunny near Minnetonka.
Stop Ideas Near Rock Creek
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 Rock Creek.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Cloquet and Minnetonka. Straight-line distance: 134.67 mi (216.73 km).
#1 Cloquet
City in Carlton County, Minnesota, United States
| Population | 12,014 |
| Coordinates | 46.7216100, -92.4593600 |
| Altitude | 368 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Minnetonka
The most populous city in Hennepin County, Minnesota.
| Population | 55,370 |
| Coordinates | 44.9133000, -93.5032900 |
| Altitude | 275 |
| Country | United States |
End: County Road 101 (-93.503348, 44.913301)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 249 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 09m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 52m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 05m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 34m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 12m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 55m |
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 | $19.49 | $38.97 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $21.41 | $42.82 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $23.98 | $47.96 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $26.56 | $53.11 |
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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