How far is Cokato, MN from Saint Cloud, MN?
The driving distance from Cokato, MN to Saint Cloud, MN is about 43.6 miles (70.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 57m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 33.6 miles (54 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 55m 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 Stearns 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 Cokato and Saint Cloud.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cokato and Saint Cloud.
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Start on Broadway Avenue South
1534 ft · 38 sec · Broadway Avenue South
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Turn left onto Cokato Street East
2675 ft · 35 sec · Cokato Street East
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Continue on 50th Street Southwest
2.7 mi · 3 min · 50th Street Southwest
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Continue on US 12
2 mi · 2 min · US 12
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Continue on Parker Avenue East
1.3 mi · 2 min · Parker Avenue East
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Turn right onto State Highway 15
34.5 mi · 45 min · State Highway 15
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Turn right onto 3rd Street North
1.6 mi · 3 min · 3rd Street North
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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 Cokato and Saint Cloud.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
State Highway 15
Turn right onto State Highway 15
34.5 mi · 00h 45m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Cokato 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 Cokato to Saint Cloud?
The road trip is about 43.6 miles (70.2 km) and usually takes 00h 57m 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?
Kimball is a useful midpoint, sitting about 21.8 miles from Cokato and 21.8 miles from Saint Cloud.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 33.6 miles (54 km), while the road route adds roughly 10 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 4:34 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.50 one way or $10.99 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Cokato and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Saint Cloud.
Stop Ideas Near Kimball
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 Kimball.
St. Cloud
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Cokato and Saint Cloud. Straight-line distance: 33.54 mi (53.97 km).
#1 Cokato
City in Wright County, Minnesota, United States
| Population | 1,397 |
| Coordinates | 45.0758000, -94.1899800 |
| Altitude | 321 |
| 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: 70 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 27m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 05m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 37m |
| 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 | $5.50 | $10.99 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $6.04 | $12.08 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $6.76 | $13.53 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $7.49 | $14.98 |
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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