How far is Ham Lake, MN from Saint Cloud, MN?
The driving distance from Ham Lake, MN to Saint Cloud, MN is about 58.7 miles (94.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 12m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 49.2 miles (79.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 25m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 12m.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ham Lake and Saint Cloud.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ham Lake and Saint Cloud.
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Start on 154th Avenue Northeast
45 m · 9 sec · 154th Avenue Northeast
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Turn left onto Jackson Street Northeast
2007 ft · 1 min · Jackson Street Northeast
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Turn left onto 157th Avenue Northeast
1.8 mi · 3 min · 157th Avenue Northeast
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Continue on Crosstown Boulevard Northwest
1.2 mi · 2 min · Crosstown Boulevard Northwest
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Turn left onto Hanson Boulevard Northwest
1.8 mi · 3 min · Hanson Boulevard Northwest
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Turn right onto Bunker Lake Boulevard Northwest
2.5 mi · 4 min · Bunker Lake Boulevard Northwest
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Turn left onto Round Lake Boulevard Northwest
1.4 km · 2 min · Round Lake Boulevard Northwest
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Take the ramp slight right toward US 10 West, MN 47 North
1659 ft · 41 sec
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Merge slight left
8 mi · 9 min
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Continue straight
40.4 mi · 51 min
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Turn left onto East Saint Germain Street
1.2 km · 2 min · East Saint Germain Street
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Continue on Veterans Bridge
809 ft · 23 sec · Veterans Bridge
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Continue on 1st Street North
1165 ft · 29 sec · 1st Street North
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Continue on 2nd Street North
120 m · 14 sec · 2nd Street North
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Turn left 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 Ham Lake 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.
US 10 West
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40.4 mi · 00h 51m
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.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ham Lake to Saint Cloud?
The road trip is about 58.7 miles (94.5 km) and usually takes 01h 12m 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?
Big Lake is a useful midpoint, sitting about 29.2 miles from Ham Lake and 29.5 miles from Saint Cloud.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 49.2 miles (79.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.5 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:04 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.39 one way or $14.78 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 18.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
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Stop Ideas Near Big Lake
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ham Lake and Saint Cloud. Straight-line distance: 49.19 mi (79.17 km).
#1 Ham Lake
City in Anoka County, Minnesota, United States
| Population | 16,943 |
| Coordinates | 45.2502400, -93.2499500 |
| Altitude | 274 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Saint Cloud
City in Minnesota
| Population | 68,510 |
| Coordinates | 45.5608000, -94.1624900 |
| Altitude | 314 |
| Country | United States |
End: Courthouse Square (-94.162654, 45.560987)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 95 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 57m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 28m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 58m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 43m |
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 | $7.39 | $14.78 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $8.12 | $16.23 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $9.09 | $18.18 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $10.07 | $20.14 |
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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