How far is Cormorant, MN from Saint Cloud, MN?
The driving distance from Cormorant, MN to Saint Cloud, MN is about 148.4 miles (238.9 km), with a travel time of about 02h 59m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 121.8 miles (196 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 58m 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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City in Douglas County, Minnesota, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Cormorant and Saint Cloud.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cormorant and Saint Cloud.
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Start on County Highway 5
1.5 km · 2 min · County Highway 5
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Continue on County Highway 9
3072 ft · 1 min · County Highway 9
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Turn right onto County Road 9
1.7 mi · 4 min · County Road 9
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Turn left onto South Pelican Drive
3157 ft · 1 min · South Pelican Drive
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Continue on South Pelican Drive
1 mi · 3 min · South Pelican Drive
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Turn right onto South Shore Drive
2.5 mi · 6 min · South Shore Drive
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Continue on 215th Avenue
2278 ft · 1 min · 215th Avenue
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Turn right onto East Lake Lizzie Road
4.7 mi · 5 min · East Lake Lizzie Road
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Continue on North Broadway
1.2 mi · 1 min · North Broadway
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Exit the roundabout onto South Broadway
13.7 mi · 16 min · South Broadway
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Continue on West Prairie Avenue
2.7 mi · 3 min · West Prairie Avenue
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Take the exit straight
51.6 mi · 56 min
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Continue straight
55.8 mi · 1 hr
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Take the exit slight left toward CR 75: Saint Cloud
1.1 mi · 2 min
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Continue on County Road 75
5.8 mi · 8 min · County Road 75
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Continue on Division Street
1.1 mi · 2 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 Cormorant 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.
West Prairie Avenue
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55.8 mi · 01h 00m
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 Light Rain leaving Cormorant 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 Cormorant to Saint Cloud?
The road trip is about 148.4 miles (238.9 km) and usually takes 02h 59m 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?
Garfield is a useful midpoint, sitting about 74.1 miles from Cormorant and 74.3 miles from Saint Cloud.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 121.8 miles (196 km), while the road route adds roughly 26.6 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 12:32 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.70 one way or $37.40 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 46.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Light Rain around Cormorant and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Saint Cloud.
Stop Ideas Near Garfield
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Cormorant and Saint Cloud. Straight-line distance: 121.78 mi (195.98 km).
#1 Cormorant
Township in Becker County, Minnesota
| Population | 1,113 |
| Coordinates | 46.7305100, -96.0656100 |
| Altitude | 417 |
| 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: 239 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 56m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 42m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 58m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 28m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 07m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 51m |
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 | $18.70 | $37.40 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $20.55 | $41.09 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $23.01 | $46.03 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $25.49 | $50.97 |
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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