How far is Gilbert, MN from Saint Cloud, MN?
The driving distance from Gilbert, MN to Saint Cloud, MN is about 183.5 miles (295.3 km), with a travel time of about 03h 35m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 155.7 miles (250.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 10m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 35m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Minnesota, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Rain Showers
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Gilbert and Saint Cloud.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gilbert and Saint Cloud.
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Start on Minnesota Avenue East
8 m · 6 sec · Minnesota Avenue East
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Turn left onto North Broadway
1.6 mi · 3 min · North Broadway
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Continue on State Highway 37
1.9 mi · 3 min · State Highway 37
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Take the ramp left toward US 53 South
8.8 mi · 10 min
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Continue straight
27.4 mi · 32 min
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Take the exit slight right
15.3 mi · 19 min
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Continue straight
3.9 mi · 7 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
56.6 mi · 1 hr 1 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 23 West, CR 61: Mora
1085 ft · 27 sec · Veterans' Evergreen Memorial Drive
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Continue on Veterans' Evergreen Memorial Drive
16.3 mi · 19 min · Veterans' Evergreen Memorial Drive
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Continue straight
1.2 mi · 1 min
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Turn left
1.7 mi · 2 min
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Turn right
32.7 mi · 37 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
38 m · 2 sec
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Exit the roundabout
15.1 mi · 19 min
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Turn right onto 7th Avenue South
1060 ft · 39 sec · 7th Avenue South
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Turn left onto Courthouse Square
68 m · 12 sec · Courthouse Square
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Continue on Courthouse Square
111 m · 16 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 Gilbert 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.
I 35 South
Merge slight left
56.6 mi · 01h 01m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Gilbert 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 Gilbert to Saint Cloud?
The road trip is about 183.5 miles (295.3 km) and usually takes 03h 35m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Willow River is a useful midpoint, sitting about 91.7 miles from Gilbert and 91.8 miles from Saint Cloud.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 155.7 miles (250.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 27.8 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:50 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $23.09 one way or $46.18 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 57.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Gilbert and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Saint Cloud.
Stop Ideas Near Willow River
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 Willow River.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Gilbert and Saint Cloud. Straight-line distance: 155.74 mi (250.64 km).
#1 Gilbert
City in Saint Louis County, Minnesota, United States
| Population | 1,761 |
| Coordinates | 47.4888200, -92.4649100 |
| Altitude | 467 |
| 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: 295 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 06m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 35m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 40m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 03m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 37m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 17m |
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 | $23.09 | $46.18 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $25.37 | $50.74 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $28.42 | $56.83 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $31.47 | $62.94 |
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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