How far is Saint Cloud, MN from Keewatin, MN?
The driving distance from Saint Cloud, MN to Keewatin, MN is about 165.6 miles (266.5 km), with a travel time of about 03h 26m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 137.2 miles (220.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 52m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Aitkin County, Minnesota, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Areas Of Fog then Mostly Sunny
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Saint Cloud and Keewatin.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saint Cloud and Keewatin.
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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
747 ft · 21 sec · 1st Street North
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Turn right onto 5th Avenue North
1190 ft · 39 sec · 5th Avenue North
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Turn left onto 2nd Street South
980 ft · 31 sec · 2nd Street South
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Continue on Granite City Crossing
888 ft · 22 sec · Granite City Crossing
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Continue on 3rd Street Southeast
14.6 mi · 18 min · 3rd Street Southeast
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
35 m · 1 sec
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Exit the roundabout
32.7 mi · 37 min
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Turn left
19.7 mi · 25 min
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Continue straight
33.6 mi · 42 min
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At the end of the road, turn left onto East Highway 210
1.2 mi · 2 min · East Highway 210
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Turn right onto State Highway 65
35.8 mi · 45 min · State Highway 65
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
45 m · 2 sec
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Exit the roundabout
18.9 mi · 24 min
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Turn right
7.5 mi · 9 min
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Turn left onto 1st Street
2546 ft · 1 min · 1st Street
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Turn right onto Old Hwy 169
821 ft · 23 sec · Old Hwy 169
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Old Hwy 169
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Saint Cloud and Keewatin.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
State Highway 65
Turn right onto State Highway 65
35.8 mi · 00h 45m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Areas Of Fog then Mostly Sunny leaving Saint Cloud and Sunny near Keewatin.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Saint Cloud to Keewatin?
The road trip is about 165.6 miles (266.5 km) and usually takes 03h 26m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
McGrath is a useful midpoint, sitting about 82.7 miles from Saint Cloud and 82.8 miles from Keewatin.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 137.2 miles (220.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 28.4 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:08 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.84 one way or $41.69 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 51.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Areas Of Fog then Mostly Sunny around Saint Cloud and Sunny near Keewatin.
Stop Ideas Near McGrath
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 McGrath.
St. Cloud
Duluth (Greyhound Station), Minnesota
Duluth (University of Minnesota), Minnesota
Staples
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Saint Cloud and Keewatin. Straight-line distance: 137.23 mi (220.85 km).
#1 Saint Cloud
City in Minnesota
| Population | 68,510 |
| Coordinates | 45.5608000, -94.1624900 |
| Altitude | 314 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Keewatin
City in Minnesota, United States
| Population | 1,010 |
| Coordinates | 47.3996600, -93.0724200 |
| Altitude | 444 |
| Country | United States |
End: Keewatin (-93.07242, 47.39966)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 266 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 31m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 08m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 18m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 45m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 21m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 03m |
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 | $20.84 | $41.69 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $22.90 | $45.80 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $25.65 | $51.30 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $28.41 | $56.81 |
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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