How far is Midway, MN from Saint Cloud, MN?
The driving distance from Midway, MN to Saint Cloud, MN is about 123 miles (197.9 km), with a travel time of about 02h 36m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 99.4 miles (159.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 13m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 36m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Township in Morrison County, Minnesota
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Areas Of Fog then Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Midway and Saint Cloud.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Midway and Saint Cloud.
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Start on County Highway 47
1.6 mi · 4 min · County Highway 47
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Turn left onto State Highway 87
5.4 mi · 9 min · State Highway 87
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Continue on Main Street
3.3 mi · 6 min · Main Street
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Turn right onto Aspen Avenue South
22.6 mi · 32 min · Aspen Avenue South
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Turn left onto Ash Avenue Northeast
6.2 mi · 7 min · Ash Avenue Northeast
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Continue on West Mason Avenue
78.4 mi · 1 hr 30 min · West Mason Avenue
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Keep slight left
4.3 mi · 5 min
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Turn right 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 Midway 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 Mason Avenue
Continue on West Mason Avenue
78.4 mi · 01h 30m
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.
Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny leaving Midway and Areas Of Fog then Mostly Sunny near Saint Cloud.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Midway to Saint Cloud?
The road trip is about 123 miles (197.9 km) and usually takes 02h 36m 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?
Motley is a useful midpoint, sitting about 61.5 miles from Midway and 61.5 miles from Saint Cloud.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 99.4 miles (159.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 23.6 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 1:16 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.49 one way or $30.98 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 38.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny around Midway and Areas Of Fog then Mostly Sunny near Saint Cloud.
Stop Ideas Near Motley
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 Motley.
Staples
St. Cloud
Detroit Lakes
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Midway and Saint Cloud. Straight-line distance: 99.38 mi (159.94 km).
#1 Midway
Unincorporated community in Becker County, Minnesota
| Population | 1,416 |
| Coordinates | 46.7819000, -95.2603100 |
| Altitude | 465 |
| 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: 198 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 05m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 04m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 27m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 02m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 45m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 32m |
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 | $15.49 | $30.98 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $17.02 | $34.03 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $19.06 | $38.12 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $21.11 | $42.22 |
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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