How far is Oakdale, MN from Scandia, MN?
The driving distance from Oakdale, MN to Scandia, MN is about 30 miles (48.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 44m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 21.5 miles (34.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 29m 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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This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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Halfway Point
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Oakdale and Scandia.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Oakdale and Scandia.
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Start on 10th Street North
1857 ft · 46 sec · 10th Street North
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 694 North
1329 ft · 32 sec
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Merge slight left
4.3 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 36 East: Stillwater
2712 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight right
4.4 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward CH 15 North: Manning Avenue
1582 ft · 44 sec
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Turn left onto Manning Avenue North
3.1 mi · 6 min · Manning Avenue North
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Manning Avenue North
31 m · 2 sec · Manning Avenue North
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Exit the roundabout onto Manning Avenue North
1.8 mi · 3 min · Manning Avenue North
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Continue on Manning Trail North
10.7 mi · 16 min · Manning Trail North
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Turn right onto Scandia Trail North
3.9 mi · 5 min · Scandia Trail North
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Turn right onto Oakhill Road North
1597 ft · 49 sec · Oakhill Road North
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Turn left onto Olinda Trail North
51 m · 7 sec · Olinda Trail North
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Turn right
27 m · 6 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Oakdale and Scandia.
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.
Manning Trail North
Continue on Manning Trail North
10.7 mi · 00h 16m
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.
Rain leaving Oakdale and Rain near Scandia.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Oakdale to Scandia?
The road trip is about 30 miles (48.3 km) and usually takes 00h 44m 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?
Grant is a useful midpoint, sitting about 15 miles from Oakdale and 15 miles from Scandia.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 21.5 miles (34.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.5 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:00 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.50 one way or $9.01 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain around Oakdale and Rain near Scandia.
Stop Ideas Near Grant
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Oakdale and Scandia. Straight-line distance: 21.52 mi (34.64 km).
#1 Oakdale
City in Stanislaus County, California, United States
| Population | 27,773 |
| Coordinates | 44.9630200, -92.9649400 |
| Altitude | 326 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Scandia
City in Minnesota, United States
| Population | 4,168 |
| Coordinates | 45.2535800, -92.8057700 |
| Altitude | 318 |
| Country | United States |
End: Scandia (-92.80577, 45.25358)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 48 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 00m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 25m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 22m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.25 | $4.50 | $9.01 |
| Mid-grade | $4.72 | $5.00 | $10.00 |
| Premium | $5.26 | $5.58 | $11.16 |
| Diesel | $6.14 | $6.51 | $13.03 |
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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