How far is Saint Cloud, MN from Mounds View, MN?
The driving distance from Saint Cloud, MN to Mounds View, MN is about 63.6 miles (102.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 17m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 56 miles (90.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 34m 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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Halfway Point
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Saint Cloud and Mounds View.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saint Cloud and Mounds View.
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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
41.2 mi · 44 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 610 East
11.6 mi · 13 min
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Take the exit slight right toward CR 3: Coon Rapids Boulevard
1639 ft · 44 sec
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Turn right onto Coon Rapids Boulevard Northwest
1.4 km · 1 min · Coon Rapids Boulevard Northwest
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Continue on County Highway 10
2.2 mi · 3 min · County Highway 10
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Continue on Mounds View Boulevard
1.4 mi · 2 min · Mounds View Boulevard
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Continue on Mounds View Boulevard
1254 ft · 30 sec · Mounds View Boulevard
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Mounds View Boulevard
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Saint Cloud and Mounds View.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Roosevelt Road
Merge slight left
41.2 mi · 00h 44m
Route Summary
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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 Mounds View.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Saint Cloud to Mounds View?
The road trip is about 63.6 miles (102.3 km) and usually takes 01h 17m 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 31.8 miles from Saint Cloud and 31.8 miles from Mounds View.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 56 miles (90.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.6 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 3:56 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.99 one way or $15.99 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 19.9 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 Mounds View.
Stop Ideas Near Monticello
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Saint Cloud and Mounds View. Straight-line distance: 56.02 mi (90.16 km).
#1 Saint Cloud
City in Minnesota
| Population | 68,510 |
| Coordinates | 45.5608000, -94.1624900 |
| Altitude | 314 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Mounds View
City in Ramsey County, Minnesota, United States
| Population | 13,446 |
| Coordinates | 45.1049700, -93.2085600 |
| Altitude | 278 |
| Country | United States |
End: Mounds View (-93.20856, 45.10497)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 102 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 07m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 35m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 16m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 47m |
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 | $7.99 | $15.99 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $8.78 | $17.57 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $9.84 | $19.68 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $10.90 | $21.79 |
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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