How far is Saint Cloud, MN from East Gull Lake, MN?
The driving distance from Saint Cloud, MN to East Gull Lake, MN is about 69.8 miles (112.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 29m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 59.3 miles (95.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 58m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 29m.
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
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Township in Morrison County, Minnesota
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Saint Cloud and East Gull Lake.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saint Cloud and East Gull Lake.
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Start on Courthouse Square
2 m · 2 sec · Courthouse Square
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Turn right onto 8th Avenue North
77 m · 14 sec · 8th Avenue North
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Turn right onto 2nd Street North
120 m · 10 sec · 2nd Street North
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Continue on 1st Street North
1165 ft · 27 sec · 1st Street North
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Continue on Veterans Bridge
809 ft · 23 sec · Veterans Bridge
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Continue on East Saint Germain Street
1.2 km · 2 min · East Saint Germain Street
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Turn left
32.6 mi · 38 min
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Keep slight right
32.3 mi · 38 min
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Take the exit slight left
94 m · 9 sec
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Continue on County Road 125
2 mi · 5 min · County Road 125
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Continue on Gull Lake Dam Road
1.6 km · 2 min · Gull Lake Dam Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Gull Lake Dam Road
62 m · 9 sec · Gull Lake Dam Road
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Continue on Gull Lake Dam Road
663 ft · 22 sec · Gull Lake Dam Road
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Continue on Gull Lake Dam Road
731 ft · 21 sec · Gull Lake Dam Road
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Turn right onto East Gull Lake Drive
134 m · 20 sec · East Gull Lake Drive
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At the end of the road, turn left onto East Gull Lake Drive
1151 ft · 51 sec · East Gull Lake Drive
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Turn right onto Pike Bay Road
17 m · 2 sec · Pike Bay Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Pike Bay Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Saint Cloud and East Gull Lake.
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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32.6 mi · 00h 38m
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.
Sunny leaving Saint Cloud and Sunny near East Gull Lake.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Saint Cloud to East Gull Lake?
The road trip is about 69.8 miles (112.4 km) and usually takes 01h 29m 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?
Belle Prairie is a useful midpoint, sitting about 34.9 miles from Saint Cloud and 34.9 miles from East Gull Lake.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 59.3 miles (95.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.5 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:32 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.78 one way or $17.56 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 21.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Saint Cloud and Sunny near East Gull Lake.
Stop Ideas Near Belle Prairie
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 Belle Prairie.
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St. Cloud
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Saint Cloud and East Gull Lake. Straight-line distance: 59.27 mi (95.38 km).
#1 Saint Cloud
City in Minnesota
| Population | 68,510 |
| Coordinates | 45.5608000, -94.1624900 |
| Altitude | 314 |
| Country | United States |
#2 East Gull Lake
City in Cass County, Minnesota, United States
| Population | 1,059 |
| Coordinates | 46.4080200, -94.3558400 |
| Altitude | 382 |
| Country | United States |
End: East Gull Lake (-94.35584, 46.40802)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 112 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 19m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 44m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 23m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 09m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 52m |
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 | $8.78 | $17.56 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $9.65 | $19.29 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $10.80 | $21.61 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $11.97 | $23.93 |
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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