How far is Sauk Centre, MN from Minneapolis, MN?
The driving distance from Sauk Centre, MN to Minneapolis, MN is about 106.6 miles (171.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 42m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 97.2 miles (156.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 24m 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 01h 42m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Minnesota, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Sauk Centre and Minneapolis.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sauk Centre and Minneapolis.
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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
96.4 mi · 1 hr 45 min
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Keep slight right
6.1 mi · 8 min
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Keep slight right
2056 ft · 25 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on 4th Street North
1.6 km · 2 min
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Keep slight right to continue on 2nd Avenue North
1328 ft · 40 sec
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Turn left onto 2nd Avenue North
861 ft · 36 sec · 2nd Avenue North
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Turn right onto North Washington Avenue
3167 ft · 2 min · North Washington Avenue
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Continue on Washington Avenue South
798 ft · 32 sec · Washington Avenue South
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Washington Avenue South
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Sauk Centre and Minneapolis.
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
96.4 mi · 01h 45m
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.
Rain Showers Likely leaving Sauk Centre and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Minneapolis.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Sauk Centre to Minneapolis?
The road trip is about 106.6 miles (171.6 km) and usually takes 01h 42m 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?
Clearwater is a useful midpoint, sitting about 53.3 miles from Sauk Centre and 53.4 miles from Minneapolis.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 97.2 miles (156.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.4 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 3:06 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.42 one way or $26.84 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 33.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around Sauk Centre and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Minneapolis.
Stop Ideas Near Clearwater
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 Clearwater.
St. Cloud
Saint Paul Union Depot
Staples
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Sauk Centre and Minneapolis. Straight-line distance: 97.26 mi (156.53 km).
#1 Sauk Centre
City in Stearns County, Minnesota, USA
| Population | 1,172 |
| Coordinates | 45.7374700, -94.9525200 |
| Altitude | 381 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Minneapolis
The largest city in Minnesota, Minneapolis is a major center for business, finance, and culture.
| Population | 433,111 |
| Coordinates | 44.9799700, -93.2638400 |
| Altitude | 253 |
| Country | United States |
End: Washington Avenue South (-93.263838, 44.979973)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 172 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 33m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 39m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 07m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 46m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 31m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 19m |
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 | $13.42 | $26.84 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $14.74 | $29.49 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $16.51 | $33.03 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $18.29 | $36.58 |
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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