How far is Sauk Centre, MN from Cold Spring, MN?
The driving distance from Sauk Centre, MN to Cold Spring, MN is about 48.2 miles (77.6 km), with a travel time of about 00h 55m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 31.9 miles (51.4 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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City in Stearns County, Minnesota, United States
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sauk Centre and Cold Spring.
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Start on Sinclair Lewis Avenue
45 m · 6 sec · Sinclair Lewis Avenue
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Turn right onto Main Street South
1.1 mi · 2 min · Main Street South
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Continue on Main St S
160 m · 17 sec · Main St S
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Take the ramp left toward I 94 East: St. Cloud
1642 ft · 40 sec
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Merge slight left
36.6 mi · 39 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 23 West: Rockville
2095 ft · 53 sec
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Merge slight left
9 mi · 11 min
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Turn right onto Main Street East
2880 ft · 1 min · Main Street East
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Street
Car Route Details
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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 94 East
Merge slight left
36.6 mi · 00h 39m
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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Sauk Centre and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Cold Spring.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Sauk Centre to Cold Spring?
The road trip is about 48.2 miles (77.6 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?
Albany is a useful midpoint, sitting about 24 miles from Sauk Centre and 24.2 miles from Cold Spring.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 31.9 miles (51.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 16.3 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 $6.07 one way or $12.13 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 15.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Sauk Centre and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Cold Spring.
Stop Ideas Near Albany
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Sauk Centre and Cold Spring. Straight-line distance: 31.93 mi (51.39 km).
#1 Sauk Centre
City in Stearns County, Minnesota, USA
| Population | 1,172 |
| Coordinates | 45.7374700, -94.9525200 |
| Altitude | 381 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Cold Spring
City in Minnesota, United States
| Population | 4,350 |
| Coordinates | 45.4558000, -94.4288800 |
| Altitude | 335 |
| Country | United States |
End: Cold Spring (-94.42888, 45.4558)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 78 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 36m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 12m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 48m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 36m |
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 | $6.07 | $12.13 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $6.67 | $13.33 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $7.47 | $14.93 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $8.27 | $16.54 |
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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