How far is Cold Spring, MN from Waite Park, MN?
The driving distance from Cold Spring, MN to Waite Park, MN is about 14.6 miles (23.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 17m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 12.1 miles (19.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 35m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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City in Stearns County, Minnesota, United States
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cold Spring and Waite Park.
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Start on Main Street
2868 ft · 1 min · Main Street
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Turn left
13 mi · 16 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
1313 ft · 28 sec · Division Street
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Turn left onto 6th Avenue North
1392 ft · 47 sec · 6th Avenue North
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 6th Avenue North
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Cold Spring and Waite Park.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
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13 mi · 00h 16m
Route Summary
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A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Cold Spring and Chance Rain Showers near Waite Park.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Cold Spring to Waite Park?
The road trip is about 14.6 miles (23.5 km) and usually takes 00h 17m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Rockville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 7.1 miles from Cold Spring and 7.5 miles from Waite Park.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 12.1 miles (19.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.5 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:54 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.86 one way or $3.71 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 4.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Cold Spring and Chance Rain Showers near Waite Park.
Stop Ideas Near Rockville
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Cold Spring and Waite Park. Straight-line distance: 12.14 mi (19.54 km).
#1 Cold Spring
City in Minnesota, United States
| Population | 4,350 |
| Coordinates | 45.4558000, -94.4288800 |
| Altitude | 335 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Waite Park
City in Stearns County, Minnesota, United States
| Population | 7,796 |
| Coordinates | 45.5571900, -94.2241600 |
| Altitude | 327 |
| Country | United States |
End: 6th Avenue North (-94.224134, 45.557213)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 23 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 17m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 14m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 12m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 10m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.57 | $1.86 | $3.71 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $2.04 | $4.08 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $2.28 | $4.57 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $2.53 | $5.06 |
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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