How far is Saint Cloud, MN from Granite Falls, MN?
The driving distance from Saint Cloud, MN to Granite Falls, MN is about 101.3 miles (163.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 09m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 85 miles (136.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 18m 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.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 09m.
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.
Human settlement in Kandiyohi 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 Saint Cloud and Granite Falls.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saint Cloud and Granite Falls.
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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 · 16 sec · 8th 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 16th Avenue North
124 m · 16 sec · 16th Avenue North
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Turn left onto 3rd Street North
1.6 mi · 3 min · 3rd Street North
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Turn left onto MN-15 S
1862 ft · 36 sec · MN-15 S
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Turn right onto Division Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · Division Street
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Turn left onto 10th Avenue South
1423 ft · 35 sec · 10th Avenue South
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Turn right onto 2nd Street South
18 mi · 22 min · 2nd Street South
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Continue on 4th Street West
713 ft · 12 sec · 4th Street West
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Continue on 4th Street Southwest
1.4 km · 1 min · 4th Street Southwest
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Continue on MN 23
1.1 mi · 1 min · MN 23
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Continue straight
35.1 mi · 42 min
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Keep slight left to continue on US 71, MN 23
38.6 mi · 49 min
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Turn right
3.2 mi · 4 min
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Turn right onto Granite Street
1578 ft · 45 sec · Granite Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto 9th Avenue
14 m · 1 sec · 9th Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 9th Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Saint Cloud and Granite Falls.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
US 71
Keep slight left to continue on US 71, MN 23
38.6 mi · 00h 49m
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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Saint Cloud and Chance Rain Showers near Granite Falls.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Saint Cloud to Granite Falls?
The road trip is about 101.3 miles (163.1 km) and usually takes 02h 09m 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?
Spicer is a useful midpoint, sitting about 50.6 miles from Saint Cloud and 50.8 miles from Granite Falls.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 85 miles (136.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 16.3 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 2:12 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.78 one way or $25.55 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 31.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
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Stop Ideas Near Spicer
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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St. Cloud
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Saint Cloud and Granite Falls. Straight-line distance: 85.02 mi (136.82 km).
#1 Saint Cloud
City in Minnesota
| Population | 68,510 |
| Coordinates | 45.5608000, -94.1624900 |
| Altitude | 314 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Granite Falls
City in Minnesota
| Population | 1,863 |
| Coordinates | 44.8099600, -95.5455800 |
| Altitude | 280 |
| Country | United States |
End: Granite Falls (-95.54558, 44.80996)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 163 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 22m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 32m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 01m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 41m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 26m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 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 | $12.78 | $25.55 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $14.04 | $28.07 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $15.72 | $31.45 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $17.41 | $34.83 |
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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