How far is Thief River Falls, MN from Saint Cloud, MN?
The driving distance from Thief River Falls, MN to Saint Cloud, MN is about 230.8 miles (371.4 km), with a travel time of about 03h 55m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 200.8 miles (323.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 50m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Halfway Point
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City in Otter Tail County, Minnesota, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Thief River Falls and Saint Cloud.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Thief River Falls and Saint Cloud.
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Start on 3rd Street East
9.5 mi · 12 min · 3rd Street East
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Turn left
85 mi · 1 hr 37 min
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Turn left
44.9 mi · 52 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward the route
31 m · 2 sec
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Exit the roundabout
20 m · 1 sec
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Turn straight onto Ash Avenue Northwest
7.3 mi · 8 min · Ash Avenue Northwest
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Continue on West Mason Avenue
78.4 mi · 1 hr 30 min · West Mason Avenue
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Keep slight left
4.3 mi · 5 min
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Turn right onto East Saint Germain Street
1.2 km · 2 min · East Saint Germain Street
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Continue on Veterans Bridge
809 ft · 23 sec · Veterans Bridge
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Continue on 1st Street North
1165 ft · 29 sec · 1st Street North
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Continue on 2nd Street North
120 m · 14 sec · 2nd Street North
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Turn left onto 8th Avenue North
77 m · 16 sec · 8th Avenue North
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Turn left onto Courthouse Square
2 m · 1 sec · Courthouse Square
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Courthouse Square
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Thief River Falls and Saint Cloud.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
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85 mi · 01h 37m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Mostly Sunny leaving Thief River Falls and Sunny near Saint Cloud.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Thief River Falls to Saint Cloud?
The road trip is about 230.8 miles (371.4 km) and usually takes 03h 55m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Perham is a useful midpoint, sitting about 115.3 miles from Thief River Falls and 115.5 miles from Saint Cloud.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 200.8 miles (323.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 30 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:10 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $29.05 one way or $58.10 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 72.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Thief River Falls and Sunny near Saint Cloud.
Stop Ideas Near Perham
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 Perham.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Thief River Falls and Saint Cloud. Straight-line distance: 200.85 mi (323.24 km).
#1 Thief River Falls
City in Pennington County, Minnesota, USA
| Population | 8,688 |
| Coordinates | 48.1191400, -96.1811500 |
| Altitude | 345 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Saint Cloud
City in Minnesota
| Population | 68,510 |
| Coordinates | 45.5608000, -94.1624900 |
| Altitude | 314 |
| Country | United States |
End: Courthouse Square (-94.162654, 45.560987)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 371 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 41m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 46m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 36m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 50m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 17m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 52m |
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 | $29.05 | $58.10 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $31.92 | $63.83 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $35.75 | $71.50 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $39.59 | $79.19 |
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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