How far is Paynesville, MN from Saint Cloud, MN?
The driving distance from Paynesville, MN to Saint Cloud, MN is about 33.6 miles (54 km), with a travel time of about 00h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 29.4 miles (47.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 32m 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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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Minnesota, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Paynesville and Saint Cloud.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Paynesville and Saint Cloud.
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Start on Lake Avenue South
2 m · 3 sec · Lake Avenue South
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Turn right onto Business 23
1.5 mi · 3 min · Business 23
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Take the ramp straight
2388 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
27.6 mi · 34 min
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Turn left onto 10th Avenue South
1424 ft · 34 sec · 10th Avenue South
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Turn right onto Division Street
1.2 km · 1 min · Division Street
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Turn left onto 44th Avenue North
1978 ft · 46 sec · 44th Avenue North
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Turn right onto 3rd Street Northeast
2 mi · 4 min · 3rd Street Northeast
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Turn right onto 16th Avenue North
124 m · 17 sec · 16th Avenue North
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Turn left onto 2nd Street North
2749 ft · 1 min · 2nd Street North
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Turn right 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 Paynesville and Saint Cloud.
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.
Business 23
Merge slight left
27.6 mi · 00h 34m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Paynesville and Rain Showers Likely near Saint Cloud.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Paynesville to Saint Cloud?
The road trip is about 33.6 miles (54 km) and usually takes 00h 46m 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?
Cold Spring is a useful midpoint, sitting about 16.8 miles from Paynesville and 16.8 miles from Saint Cloud.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 29.4 miles (47.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.2 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 4:58 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.21 one way or $8.42 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Paynesville and Rain Showers Likely near Saint Cloud.
Stop Ideas Near Cold Spring
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 Cold Spring.
St. Cloud
Staples
Saint Paul Union Depot
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Paynesville and Saint Cloud. Straight-line distance: 29.39 mi (47.3 km).
#1 Paynesville
City in Stearns County, Minnesota, United States
| Population | 1,527 |
| Coordinates | 45.3805200, -94.7119500 |
| Altitude | 357 |
| 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: 54 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 07m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 28m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 25m |
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 | $4.21 | $8.42 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $4.63 | $9.25 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $5.18 | $10.37 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $5.74 | $11.48 |
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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