How far is Saint Paul, MN from Hanover, MN?
The driving distance from Saint Paul, MN to Hanover, MN is about 38.4 miles (61.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 54m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 31.6 miles (50.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 49m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 54m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Hennepin County, Minnesota
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Saint Paul and Hanover.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saint Paul and Hanover.
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Start on Wabasha Street North
1641 ft · 1 min · Wabasha Street North
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Turn right onto 7th Street East
1140 ft · 44 sec · 7th Street East
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Turn left onto Robert Street North
1071 ft · 40 sec · Robert Street North
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Turn right onto 11th Street East
137 m · 18 sec · 11th Street East
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Keep slight left to continue on I 35E North, US 10 West
1156 ft · 30 sec
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Continue straight
4.9 mi · 6 min
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Keep slight right to continue on US 10 West, I 694 West, I 694 East
1620 ft · 20 sec
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Continue on I 694 West, US 10 West
18.5 mi · 23 min
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Continue on I-94 W
3 mi · 3 min · I-94 W
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Take the exit slight right toward CR 30: Maple Grove Parkway
2439 ft · 1 min
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Turn left onto Maple Grove Parkway
2124 ft · 56 sec · Maple Grove Parkway
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Turn right onto County Road 30
1.1 mi · 2 min · County Road 30
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At the end of the road, turn left onto County Road 30
2.9 mi · 5 min · County Road 30
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Turn right onto Oakdale Drive
3.6 mi · 5 min · Oakdale Drive
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At the end of the road, turn right onto County Road 19
2647 ft · 52 sec · County Road 19
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Turn left onto 109th Avenue North
1.5 mi · 3 min · 109th Avenue North
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Continue on Rosedale Avenue North
899 ft · 18 sec · Rosedale Avenue North
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Labeaux Avenue Northeast
34 m · 2 sec · Labeaux Avenue Northeast
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Exit the roundabout onto Labeaux Avenue Northeast
66 m · 8 sec · Labeaux Avenue Northeast
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Continue on Labeaux Avenue Northeast
28 m · 9 sec · Labeaux Avenue Northeast
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Labeaux Avenue Northeast
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Saint Paul and Hanover.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 694 West
Continue on I 694 West, US 10 West
18.5 mi · 00h 23m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Saint Paul and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Hanover.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Saint Paul to Hanover?
The road trip is about 38.4 miles (61.8 km) and usually takes 00h 54m 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?
Brooklyn Center is a useful midpoint, sitting about 19.2 miles from Saint Paul and 19.3 miles from Hanover.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 31.6 miles (50.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.8 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 4:40 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.85 one way or $9.71 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Saint Paul and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Hanover.
Stop Ideas Near Brooklyn Center
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Saint Paul and Hanover. Straight-line distance: 31.56 mi (50.79 km).
#1 Saint Paul
The second most populous city in Minnesota and the center of the Minneapolis-Saint Paul metropolitan area.
| Population | 306,717 |
| Coordinates | 44.9444100, -93.0932700 |
| Altitude | 242 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Hanover
City in Minnesota
| Population | 2,793 |
| Coordinates | 45.1558000, -93.6663500 |
| Altitude | 281 |
| Country | United States |
End: Hanover (-93.66635, 45.1558)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 62 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 16m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 28m |
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 | $4.85 | $9.71 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $5.33 | $10.67 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $5.97 | $11.95 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $6.62 | $13.23 |
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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