How far is Rock Creek, MN from Saint Cloud, MN?
The driving distance from Rock Creek, MN to Saint Cloud, MN is about 71.8 miles (115.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 32m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 59.5 miles (95.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 04m 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
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Human settlement in Mille Lacs County, Minnesota, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Rock Creek and Saint Cloud.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rock Creek and Saint Cloud.
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Start on 558 Street
147 m · 27 sec · 558 Street
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Turn left onto Forest Boulevard
1.2 km · 2 min · Forest Boulevard
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Turn left
9.4 mi · 14 min
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Turn right onto State Highway 107
1.8 mi · 3 min · State Highway 107
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Turn left onto State Highway 70
7.2 mi · 11 min · State Highway 70
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Turn right
4.4 mi · 6 min
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Turn left
32.7 mi · 37 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
38 m · 2 sec
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Exit the roundabout
15.1 mi · 19 min
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Turn right onto 7th Avenue South
1060 ft · 39 sec · 7th Avenue South
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Turn left onto Courthouse Square
68 m · 12 sec · Courthouse Square
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Continue on Courthouse Square
111 m · 16 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 Rock Creek 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.
Longest stretch
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32.7 mi · 00h 37m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Rock Creek and Mostly Cloudy near Saint Cloud.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Rock Creek to Saint Cloud?
The road trip is about 71.8 miles (115.5 km) and usually takes 01h 32m 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?
Bock is a useful midpoint, sitting about 35.8 miles from Rock Creek and 36 miles from Saint Cloud.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 59.5 miles (95.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.3 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 3:26 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.03 one way or $18.06 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 22.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Rock Creek and Mostly Cloudy near Saint Cloud.
Stop Ideas Near Bock
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 Bock.
St. Cloud
Saint Paul Union Depot
Staples
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Rock Creek and Saint Cloud. Straight-line distance: 59.52 mi (95.79 km).
#1 Rock Creek
City in Pine County, Minnesota, United States
| Population | 1,658 |
| Coordinates | 45.7574600, -92.9624300 |
| Altitude | 286 |
| 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: 115 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 23m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 47m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 26m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 11m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 01m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 53m |
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 | $9.03 | $18.06 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $9.92 | $19.84 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $11.11 | $22.22 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $12.31 | $24.61 |
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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