How far is Lakeville, MN from Sauk Centre, MN?
The driving distance from Lakeville, MN to Sauk Centre, MN is about 130.1 miles (209.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 30m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 112.2 miles (180.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 00m 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 02h 30m.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lakeville and Sauk Centre.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lakeville and Sauk Centre.
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Start on 207th Street West
7 m · 5 sec · 207th Street West
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Turn right onto Holyoke Avenue
2278 ft · 1 min · Holyoke Avenue
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward 202nd Street West
60 m · 4 sec · 202nd Street West / Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway
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Exit the rotary onto 202nd Street West / Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway
2565 ft · 51 sec · 202nd Street West / Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway
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Continue on Kenwood Trail / Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway
1.2 km · 1 min · Kenwood Trail / Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway
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Continue on Kenwood Trail /Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway
1.6 mi · 2 min · Kenwood Trail /Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Kenwood Trail
38 m · 2 sec · Kenwood Trail
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Exit the roundabout onto Kenwood Trail
1.2 mi · 2 min · Kenwood Trail
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Take the ramp right toward I 35 North
951 ft · 23 sec
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Merge slight left
2.6 mi · 3 min
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Keep slight left
8.3 mi · 10 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 494 East, MN 5 East
1527 ft · 37 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 494 West, MN 5 West
1.3 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left
5.8 mi · 7 min
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Keep slight left
15.9 mi · 20 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 94 West: Saint Cloud
3250 ft · 50 sec
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Continue straight
16.6 mi · 18 min
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Keep slight left
73 mi · 1 hr 18 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 71, MN 28: Glenwood, Sauk Centre
1931 ft · 51 sec
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Turn right onto Main Street South
1.1 mi · 2 min · Main Street South
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Turn left onto Sinclair Lewis Avenue
45 m · 4 sec · Sinclair Lewis Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Sinclair Lewis Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lakeville and Sauk Centre.
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 94 West
Keep slight left
73 mi · 01h 18m
Route Summary
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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 Lakeville to Sauk Centre?
The road trip is about 130.1 miles (209.4 km) and usually takes 02h 30m 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?
Monticello is a useful midpoint, sitting about 65 miles from Lakeville and 65.1 miles from Sauk Centre.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 112.2 miles (180.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 17.9 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 1:30 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.38 one way or $32.76 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 40.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Lakeville and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Sauk Centre.
Stop Ideas Near Monticello
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lakeville and Sauk Centre. Straight-line distance: 112.15 mi (180.49 km).
#1 Lakeville
The most populous city in Dakota County, Minnesota.
| Population | 69,583 |
| Coordinates | 44.6496900, -93.2427200 |
| Altitude | 296 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Sauk Centre
City in Stearns County, Minnesota, USA
| Population | 1,172 |
| Coordinates | 45.7374700, -94.9525200 |
| Altitude | 381 |
| Country | United States |
End: Sauk Centre (-94.95252, 45.73747)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 209 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 20m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 15m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 36m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 10m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 51m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 37m |
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 | $16.38 | $32.76 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $18.00 | $35.99 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $20.16 | $40.32 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $22.33 | $44.65 |
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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