How far is Saint Louis Park, MN from Oakdale, MN?
The driving distance from Saint Louis Park, MN to Oakdale, MN is about 23.5 miles (37.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 34m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 18.8 miles (30.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 08m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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Halfway Point
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City in Ramsey County, Minnesota
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Saint Louis Park and Oakdale.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saint Louis Park and Oakdale.
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Start on the route
1823 ft · 26 sec
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Take the exit slight right toward CR 25 East
1054 ft · 26 sec
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Merge slight left onto Minnesota State Highway 7
144 m · 9 sec · Minnesota State Highway 7
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 100 North
1036 ft · 25 sec
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Merge slight left onto CR 5
1.3 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 394 East: Minneapolis
1.1 mi · 2 min
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Merge slight left
1.8 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 94 East, I 94 West
646 ft · 9 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 94 East
2191 ft · 49 sec
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Merge slight left
15.6 mi · 21 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 120: Century Avenue
1335 ft · 35 sec
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Turn left onto Century Avenue North
1.1 mi · 2 min · Century Avenue North
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Turn right onto 10th Street North
1.6 km · 2 min · 10th Street North
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 10th Street North
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Saint Louis Park and Oakdale.
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.
I 94 East
Merge slight left
15.6 mi · 00h 21m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Rain Showers Likely leaving Saint Louis Park and Rain Showers Likely near Oakdale.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Saint Louis Park to Oakdale?
The road trip is about 23.5 miles (37.9 km) and usually takes 00h 34m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Falcon Heights is a useful midpoint, sitting about 11.7 miles from Saint Louis Park and 11.8 miles from Oakdale.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 18.8 miles (30.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.7 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:22 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.53 one way or $7.05 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 7.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around Saint Louis Park and Rain Showers Likely near Oakdale.
Stop Ideas Near Falcon Heights
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
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Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Falcon Heights.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Saint Louis Park and Oakdale. Straight-line distance: 18.76 mi (30.19 km).
#1 Saint Louis Park
The most populous city in Hennepin County, Minnesota.
| Population | 48,821 |
| Coordinates | 44.9483000, -93.3480100 |
| Altitude | 274 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Oakdale
City in Stanislaus County, California, United States
| Population | 27,773 |
| Coordinates | 44.9630200, -92.9649400 |
| Altitude | 326 |
| Country | United States |
End: Oakdale (-92.96494, 44.96302)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 38 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 28m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 23m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 20m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 17m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.25 | $3.53 | $7.05 |
| Mid-grade | $4.72 | $3.91 | $7.83 |
| Premium | $5.26 | $4.37 | $8.73 |
| Diesel | $6.14 | $5.10 | $10.20 |
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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