How far is Crystal, MN from Saint Paul, MN?
The driving distance from Crystal, MN to Saint Paul, MN is about 18.8 miles (30.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 23m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 14.4 miles (23.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 46m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 23m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
The largest city in Minnesota, Minneapolis is a major center for business, finance, and culture.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Crystal and Saint Paul.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Crystal and Saint Paul.
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Start on 42nd Avenue North
2811 ft · 1 min · 42nd Avenue North
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Take the ramp right toward MN 100 South
1447 ft · 35 sec
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Merge slight left
3.5 mi · 4 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 394 West, I 394 East: Minneapolis
994 ft · 24 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 394 East: Minneapolis
2082 ft · 51 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 394 East: Minneapolis
2676 ft · 53 sec
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Merge slight left
2.2 mi · 3 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 94 East, I 94 West
646 ft · 9 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 94 East
2191 ft · 49 sec
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Merge slight left
9.3 mi · 13 min
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Take the exit slight right toward 10th Street, 5th Street
1281 ft · 44 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on 10th Street
2021 ft · 50 sec
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Continue on 10th Street West
882 ft · 34 sec · 10th Street West
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Turn right onto Saint Peter Street
2466 ft · 2 min · Saint Peter Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Kellogg Boulevard West
120 m · 22 sec · Kellogg Boulevard West
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Turn left onto Wabasha Street North
65 m · 9 sec · Wabasha Street North
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Wabasha Street North
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Crystal and Saint Paul.
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.
I 94 East
Merge slight left
9.31 mi · 00h 13m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Crystal and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Saint Paul.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Crystal to Saint Paul?
The road trip is about 18.8 miles (30.3 km) and usually takes 00h 23m 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?
Minneapolis is a useful midpoint, sitting about 9.4 miles from Crystal and 9.4 miles from Saint Paul.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 14.4 miles (23.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.4 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 7:44 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.36 one way or $4.71 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 5.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Crystal and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Saint Paul.
Stop Ideas Near Minneapolis
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Minneapolis City Hall
City of Bloomington
Mall of America®
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Minneapolis.
Saint Paul Union Depot
Red Wing station
St. Cloud
Menomonie, WI
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Crystal and Saint Paul. Straight-line distance: 14.4 mi (23.18 km).
#1 Crystal
City in Hennepin County, Minnesota, United States
| Population | 22,581 |
| Coordinates | 45.0327400, -93.3602300 |
| Altitude | 272 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Saint Paul
The second most populous city in Minnesota and the center of the Minneapolis-Saint Paul metropolitan area.
| Population | 306,717 |
| Coordinates | 44.9444100, -93.0932700 |
| Altitude | 242 |
| Country | United States |
End: Wabasha Street North (-93.093258, 44.944416)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 30 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 37m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 28m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 16m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 14m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.57 | $2.36 | $4.71 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $2.59 | $5.18 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $2.90 | $5.80 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $3.21 | $6.42 |
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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