How far is Saint Cloud, MN from Warsaw, MN?

The driving distance from Saint Cloud, MN to Warsaw, MN is about 119.9 miles (192.9 km), with a travel time of about 02h 21m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 98.1 miles (157.9 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 42m 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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Quick Snapshot
Road
119.87 mi
02h 21m
Flight
98.1 mi
157.88 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
98.1 mi
Kilometers
157.88 km
Flight Time
00h 11m

Driving Distance

Road route
119.87 mi
Kilometers
192.91 km
Drive Time
02h 21m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 02h 21m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Warsaw
Thu, Apr 16, 1:39 AM CDT
Return by in Saint Cloud
Thu, Apr 16, 4:00 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Saint Cloud
2026-04-15T23:18
Arrive Warsaw
Thu, Apr 16, 1:39 AM CDT
Route Timing
02h 21m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:21 AM to 12:21 PM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
1:48 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Saint Cloud
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Minnetonka Mills
MN

A city in Hennepin County, Minnesota.

From Saint Cloud
59.9 mi
01h 10m
To Warsaw
60 mi
01h 10m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
45°F
Tonight

Clear

Starts
Wed, Apr 15 8:00 PM CDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph SE
Destination
67°F
This Afternoon

Partly Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 15 2:00 PM CDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph ENE

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Saint Cloud and Warsaw.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Saint Cloud and Warsaw.

  1. 1

    Start on Courthouse Square

    82 m · 14 sec · Courthouse Square

  2. 2

    Turn right onto 1st Street North

    66 m · 15 sec · 1st Street North

  3. 3

    Turn left onto 9th Avenue North

    122 m · 13 sec · 9th Avenue North

  4. 4

    Turn right onto West Saint Germain Street

    2899 ft · 1 min · West Saint Germain Street

  5. 5

    Turn left onto Washington Memorial Drive

    1.1 km · 2 min · Washington Memorial Drive

  6. 6

    Turn left onto Roosevelt Road

    3.9 mi · 6 min · Roosevelt Road

  7. 7

    Take the ramp straight

    2008 ft · 49 sec

  8. 8

    Merge slight left

    45.4 mi · 49 min

  9. 9

    Take the exit slight right toward I 494 South

    2227 ft · 32 sec

  10. 10

    Continue straight

    21.9 mi · 27 min

  11. 11

    Take the exit slight right toward I 35W South: Albert Lea

    1038 ft · 25 sec

  12. 12

    Continue on I 35W South: Albert Lea

    2054 ft · 50 sec

  13. 13

    Merge slight left

    39.9 mi · 43 min

  14. 14

    Take the exit slight right toward MN 60

    1172 ft · 29 sec

  15. 15

    Keep slight left to continue on MN 60 West

    77 m · 8 sec

  16. 16

    Turn left onto Highway 60 West

    1.6 km · 1 min · Highway 60 West

  17. 17

    Continue on Morristown Boulevard

    4.5 mi · 6 min · Morristown Boulevard

  18. 18

    Turn right onto Farwell Avenue

    1112 ft · 31 sec · Farwell Avenue

  19. 19

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Farwell Avenue

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Saint Cloud and Warsaw.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Interchange-aware route

The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.

Directions
19 steps
7 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
6
2 merges, 4 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
15.8 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Roosevelt Road
49.7 mi · 41%
I 35W South
40.5 mi · 34%
I 494 South
22.3 mi · 19%
Morristown Boulevard
4.53 mi · 4%
Highway 60 West
0.97 mi · 1%
Washington Memorial Drive
0.67 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

Roosevelt Road

Merge slight left

45.4 mi · 00h 49m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
02h 21m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
04h 42m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+21.8 mi
98.1 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Minnetonka Mills
01h 10m from Saint Cloud
Leave By
1:48 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Clear leaving Saint Cloud and Partly Sunny near Warsaw.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Saint Cloud to Warsaw?

The road trip is about 119.9 miles (192.9 km) and usually takes 02h 21m 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?

Minnetonka Mills is a useful midpoint, sitting about 59.9 miles from Saint Cloud and 60 miles from Warsaw.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 98.1 miles (157.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 21.8 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 1:48 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.10 one way or $30.19 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 37.6 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Clear around Saint Cloud and Partly Sunny near Warsaw.

Stop Ideas Near Minnetonka Mills

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Minnetonka Mills and the surrounding midpoint area.
Minneapolis City Hall
Scenic stop 9.6 mi away

Minneapolis City Hall

Minneapolis , MN
350 S 5th St, Minneapolis, MN 55415
Rating 4.3/5 28 reviews City Hall,Tourist attraction
City of Bloomington
Meeting point 12.5 mi away

City of Bloomington

Bloomington , MN
1800 W Old Shakopee Rd, Bloomington, MN 55431
Rating 3.6/5 25 reviews City Hall,City government office
Mall of America®
Nearby stop 13.2 mi away

Mall of America®

Bloomington , MN
60 E Broadway, Bloomington, MN 55425, United States
Rating 4.6/5 44,911 reviews Shopping mall

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Minnetonka Mills.

RAIL

Saint Paul Union Depot

20 mi away
Midway Station
RAIL

Red Wing station

82 mi away
420 Levee Street
RAIL

St. Cloud

89 mi away
555 East St. Germain Street

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Saint Cloud and Warsaw. Straight-line distance: 98.1 mi (157.88 km).

Photo coming soon

#1 Saint Cloud

City in Minnesota

Population68,510
Coordinates45.5608000, -94.1624900
Altitude314
CountryUnited States
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#2 Warsaw

Census-designated place in Rice County, Minnesota, United States

Population1,388
Coordinates44.2494100, -93.3938300
Altitude305
CountryUnited States
Start: Saint Cloud (-94.16249, 45.5608)
End: Warsaw (-93.39383, 44.24941)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 193 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)03h 59m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)02h 59m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 23m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 59m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 42m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 29m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
4.23 gal
16.01 L · about $15.10
Round trip
$30.19
8.46 gal · 32.02 L
Estimated CO2
37.6 kg one way
Round trip: 75.2 kg / 166 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.57 $15.10 $30.19
Mid-grade $3.92 $16.59 $33.17
Premium $4.39 $18.58 $37.16
Diesel $4.86 $20.57 $41.15

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Minnesota · Apr 16, 2026

There is no time difference between Saint Cloud and Warsaw. The current time is 23:18:37.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.