How far is Rosemount, MN from Saint Paul, MN?
The driving distance from Rosemount, MN to Saint Paul, MN is about 20.3 miles (32.6 km), with a travel time of about 00h 24m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 14.2 miles (22.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 49m 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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Halfway Point
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City in Dakota County, Minnesota, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Rosemount and Saint Paul.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rosemount and Saint Paul.
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Start on 145th Street West
27 m · 7 sec · 145th Street West
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Turn right onto South Robert Trail
1839 ft · 51 sec · South Robert Trail
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Turn slight right
70 m · 5 sec
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Turn straight onto South Robert Trail
2081 ft · 41 sec · South Robert Trail
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Continue on Robert Trail South
7.1 mi · 10 min · Robert Trail South
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward South Robert Trail
31 m · 5 sec · South Robert Trail
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Exit the roundabout onto South Robert Trail
1.2 km · 1 min · South Robert Trail
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward South Robert Trail
39 m · 2 sec · South Robert Trail
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Exit the roundabout onto South Robert Trail
2.5 mi · 4 min · South Robert Trail
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Continue on Robert Street South
4.4 mi · 10 min · Robert Street South
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Turn left onto Kellogg Boulevard East
1189 ft · 53 sec · Kellogg Boulevard East
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Turn right onto Wabasha Street North
50 m · 6 sec · Wabasha Street North
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Wabasha Street North
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Rosemount and Saint Paul.
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.
Robert Trail South
Continue on Robert Trail South
7.13 mi · 00h 10m
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.
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny leaving Rosemount and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Saint Paul.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Rosemount to Saint Paul?
The road trip is about 20.3 miles (32.6 km) and usually takes 00h 24m 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?
Inver Grove Heights is a useful midpoint, sitting about 8 miles from Rosemount and 12.3 miles from Saint Paul.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 14.2 miles (22.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.1 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 7:40 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.53 one way or $5.07 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 6.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny around Rosemount and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Saint Paul.
Stop Ideas Near Inver Grove Heights
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Rosemount and Saint Paul. Straight-line distance: 14.25 mi (22.94 km).
#1 Rosemount
City in Dakota County, Minnesota, United States
| Population | 25,798 |
| Coordinates | 44.7394100, -93.1257700 |
| Altitude | 294 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Saint Paul
The second most populous city in Minnesota and the center of the Minneapolis-Saint Paul metropolitan area.
| Population | 306,717 |
| Coordinates | 44.9444100, -93.0932700 |
| Altitude | 242 |
| Country | United States |
End: Wabasha Street North (-93.093258, 44.944416)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 33 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 24m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 20m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 17m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 15m |
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 | $2.53 | $5.07 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $2.78 | $5.57 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $3.12 | $6.24 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $3.45 | $6.91 |
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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