How far is Saint Cloud, MN from Independence, MN?
The driving distance from Saint Cloud, MN to Independence, MN is about 53.3 miles (85.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 13m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 43.1 miles (69.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 27m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 13m.
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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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Saint Cloud and Independence.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saint Cloud and Independence.
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Start on Courthouse Square
82 m · 14 sec · Courthouse Square
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Turn right onto 1st Street North
66 m · 15 sec · 1st Street North
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Turn left onto 9th Avenue North
122 m · 13 sec · 9th Avenue North
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Turn right onto West Saint Germain Street
2899 ft · 1 min · West Saint Germain Street
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Turn left onto Washington Memorial Drive
1.1 km · 2 min · Washington Memorial Drive
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Turn left onto Roosevelt Road
3.9 mi · 6 min · Roosevelt Road
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Take the ramp straight
2008 ft · 49 sec
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Merge slight left
22.1 mi · 24 min
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Take the exit slight right
2023 ft · 52 sec
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Turn right onto State Highway 25
7.5 mi · 11 min · State Highway 25
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Continue on State Highway 25
1.5 mi · 3 min · State Highway 25
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Turn left
1.9 mi · 3 min
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Continue straight
9.4 mi · 14 min
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Turn right onto Dogwood Street
3.4 mi · 5 min · Dogwood Street
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Continue straight
1258 ft · 25 sec
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Continue on County Road 92
1052 ft · 23 sec · County Road 92
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Turn right
804 ft · 16 sec
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Babcock Boulevard
7 m · 1 sec · Babcock Boulevard
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Exit the roundabout onto Babcock Boulevard
1.3 km · 1 min · Babcock Boulevard
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Turn left onto Valley Road
949 ft · 42 sec · Valley Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Valley Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Saint Cloud and Independence.
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.
Roosevelt Road
Merge slight left
22.1 mi · 00h 24m
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 Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Independence.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Saint Cloud to Independence?
The road trip is about 53.3 miles (85.8 km) and usually takes 01h 13m 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?
Monticello is a useful midpoint, sitting about 26.6 miles from Saint Cloud and 26.7 miles from Independence.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 43.1 miles (69.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.2 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 4:02 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.71 one way or $13.42 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Saint Cloud and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Independence.
Stop Ideas Near Monticello
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Saint Cloud and Independence. Straight-line distance: 43.11 mi (69.38 km).
#1 Saint Cloud
City in Minnesota
| Population | 68,510 |
| Coordinates | 45.5608000, -94.1624900 |
| Altitude | 314 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Independence
City in Hennepin County, Minnesota, United States
| Population | 3,786 |
| Coordinates | 45.0252400, -93.7074600 |
| Altitude | 298 |
| Country | United States |
End: Independence (-93.70746, 45.02524)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 86 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 46m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 19m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 39m |
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 | $6.71 | $13.42 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $7.37 | $14.74 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $8.26 | $16.51 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $9.14 | $18.29 |
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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