How far is Saint Cloud, MN from Cormorant, MN?
The driving distance from Saint Cloud, MN to Cormorant, MN is about 148.5 miles (239 km), with a travel time of about 02h 58m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 121.8 miles (196 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 57m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 58m.
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.
City in Douglas County, Minnesota, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Chance Light Rain
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Saint Cloud and Cormorant.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saint Cloud and Cormorant.
-
1
Start on Courthouse Square
2 m · 2 sec · Courthouse Square
-
2
Turn right onto 8th Avenue North
77 m · 16 sec · 8th Avenue North
-
3
Turn left onto 2nd Street North
2749 ft · 1 min · 2nd Street North
-
4
Turn right onto 16th Avenue North
124 m · 16 sec · 16th Avenue North
-
5
Turn left onto 3rd Street North
1.6 mi · 3 min · 3rd Street North
-
6
Turn left onto MN-15 S
1862 ft · 36 sec · MN-15 S
-
7
Turn right onto Division Street
1.5 mi · 2 min · Division Street
-
8
Continue on County Road 75
5.8 mi · 8 min · County Road 75
-
9
Take the exit straight
1.5 km · 2 min
-
10
Merge slight left onto I-94 W
107.2 mi · 1 hr 55 min · I-94 W
-
11
Take the exit slight right toward US 59 North, CH 88: Pelican Rapids, Detroit Lakes
16.7 mi · 19 min
-
12
Exit the roundabout onto North Broadway
1.2 mi · 1 min · North Broadway
-
13
Continue on Head Lake Road
4.7 mi · 5 min · Head Lake Road
-
14
Turn left onto 215th Avenue
2278 ft · 1 min · 215th Avenue
-
15
Continue on South Shore Drive
2.5 mi · 6 min · South Shore Drive
-
16
Turn left onto South Pelican Drive
1 mi · 3 min · South Pelican Drive
-
17
At the end of the road, turn right onto South Pelican Drive
3157 ft · 1 min · South Pelican Drive
-
18
At the end of the road, turn right onto County Road 9
1.7 mi · 4 min · County Road 9
-
19
Turn left onto County Highway 9
3072 ft · 1 min · County Highway 9
-
20
Continue on County Highway 5
1.5 km · 2 min · County Highway 5
-
21
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · County Highway 5
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Saint Cloud and Cormorant.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I-94 W
Merge slight left onto I-94 W
107 mi · 01h 55m
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 Saint Cloud and Chance Light Rain near Cormorant.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Saint Cloud to Cormorant?
The road trip is about 148.5 miles (239 km) and usually takes 02h 58m 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?
Garfield is a useful midpoint, sitting about 74.1 miles from Saint Cloud and 74.4 miles from Cormorant.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 121.8 miles (196 km), while the road route adds roughly 26.7 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 12:32 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.70 one way or $37.40 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 46.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Saint Cloud and Chance Light Rain near Cormorant.
Stop Ideas Near Garfield
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 Garfield.
Staples
Detroit Lakes
St. Cloud
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Saint Cloud and Cormorant. Straight-line distance: 121.78 mi (195.98 km).
#1 Saint Cloud
City in Minnesota
| Population | 68,510 |
| Coordinates | 45.5608000, -94.1624900 |
| Altitude | 314 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Cormorant
Township in Becker County, Minnesota
| Population | 1,113 |
| Coordinates | 46.7305100, -96.0656100 |
| Altitude | 417 |
| Country | United States |
End: Cormorant (-96.06561, 46.73051)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 239 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 56m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 42m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 58m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 28m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 07m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 51m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.57 | $18.70 | $37.40 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $20.55 | $41.09 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $23.01 | $46.03 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $25.49 | $50.97 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in Minnesota · Apr 23, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.