How far is Saint Cloud, MN from Winthrop, MN?
The driving distance from Saint Cloud, MN to Winthrop, MN is about 75.9 miles (122.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 43m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 71 miles (114.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 26m 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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A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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Township in Meeker County, Minnesota
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Saint Cloud and Winthrop.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saint Cloud and Winthrop.
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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
47.4 mi · 1 hr 1 min · MN-15 S
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Continue on Main Street North
1669 ft · 34 sec · Main Street North
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Main Street North
31 m · 1 sec · Main Street North
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Exit the roundabout onto Main Street North
1.7 mi · 4 min · Main Street North
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Continue on State Highway 15
1.5 mi · 3 min · State Highway 15
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward State Highway 15
35 m · 5 sec · State Highway 15
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Exit the roundabout onto State Highway 15
22.2 mi · 28 min · State Highway 15
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Turn left onto 4th Street West
2549 ft · 1 min · 4th Street West
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 4th Street West
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Saint Cloud and Winthrop.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
MN-15 S
Turn left onto MN-15 S
47.4 mi · 01h 01m
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.
Sunny leaving Saint Cloud and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Sunny near Winthrop.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Saint Cloud to Winthrop?
The road trip is about 75.9 miles (122.1 km) and usually takes 01h 43m 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?
Dassel is a useful midpoint, sitting about 38 miles from Saint Cloud and 37.9 miles from Winthrop.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 71 miles (114.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.9 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 3:04 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.56 one way or $19.13 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 23.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Saint Cloud and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Sunny near Winthrop.
Stop Ideas Near Dassel
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 Dassel.
St. Cloud
Saint Paul Union Depot
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Saint Cloud and Winthrop. Straight-line distance: 71.02 mi (114.3 km).
#1 Saint Cloud
City in Minnesota
| Population | 68,510 |
| Coordinates | 45.5608000, -94.1624900 |
| Altitude | 314 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Winthrop
City in Minnesota, United States
| Population | 1,323 |
| Coordinates | 44.5430200, -94.3663700 |
| Altitude | 316 |
| Country | United States |
End: Winthrop (-94.36637, 44.54302)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 122 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 31m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 53m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 31m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 15m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 05m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 56m |
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 | $9.56 | $19.13 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $10.51 | $21.02 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $11.77 | $23.54 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $13.04 | $26.07 |
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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