How far is Saint Paul, MN from Isanti, MN?
The driving distance from Saint Paul, MN to Isanti, MN is about 43 miles (69.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 55m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 38.5 miles (61.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 50m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 55m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
A city in Anoka County, Minnesota.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Saint Paul and Isanti.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saint Paul and Isanti.
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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
3.9 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit slight right
2.8 mi · 4 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 35W North, US 10 West
1.4 mi · 2 min
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Keep slight right to continue on US 10 West
2.8 mi · 3 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 65: Central Avenue
1402 ft · 34 sec
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Keep slight left
68 m · 6 sec
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Turn right onto Central Avenue Northeast
24.8 mi · 30 min · Central Avenue Northeast
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Continue straight
1202 ft · 29 sec
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Turn right onto East Main Street
2656 ft · 1 min · East Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Street West
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Saint Paul and Isanti.
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.
Central Avenue Northeast
Turn right onto Central Avenue Northeast
24.8 mi · 00h 30m
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 Isanti.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Saint Paul to Isanti?
The road trip is about 43 miles (69.2 km) and usually takes 00h 55m 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?
Blaine is a useful midpoint, sitting about 21.5 miles from Saint Paul and 21.5 miles from Isanti.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 38.5 miles (61.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.5 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 $5.42 one way or $10.85 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13.5 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 Isanti.
Stop Ideas Near Blaine
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 Blaine.
Saint Paul Union Depot
St. Cloud
Red Wing station
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Saint Paul and Isanti. Straight-line distance: 38.46 mi (61.89 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 Isanti
City in Minnesota, United States
| Population | 2,294 |
| Coordinates | 45.4902400, -93.2477300 |
| Altitude | 285 |
| Country | United States |
End: Isanti (-93.24773, 45.49024)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 69 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 25m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 51m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 32m |
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 | $5.42 | $10.85 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $5.96 | $11.92 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $6.68 | $13.35 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $7.39 | $14.79 |
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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