Origin
Coleraine, MN
Morning in Coleraine on Friday
Local time
7:38 AM
CDT
Current temp
36°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Coleraine, MN to Saint Cloud, MN
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 17m
Distance
150.4 mi
242 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$22
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 6m
★
6 AM
3h 18m
8 AM
3h 42m
10 AM
3h 26m
12 PM
3h 24m
3 PM
3h 27m
5 PM
3h 41m
8 PM
3h 11m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Coleraine, MN
Tom Fisk
Saint Cloud, MN
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Trip Overview
Coleraine, MN to Saint Cloud, MN is 150.4 miles and takes about 3h 17m via US Highway 169, Voyageur Highway, and MN 23, with a fuel budget near $22 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Midwest, specifically traversing Minnesota for its entirety. It's a relatively straightforward drive, ideal for a single-day excursion, connecting two points within the state without demanding extensive planning. You'll find this route offers a practical way to travel between these locations, suitable for those seeking a direct journey.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
75.2 miles from Coleraine, MN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 47m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 17m. Total distance: 150.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 17m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (58%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a mixed drive, with 58% of the route utilizing highways. You'll experience stretches on US Highway 169, including one continuous segment of 57.4 miles, which offers a good pace for covering ground. The profile suggests a blend of faster highway driving and potentially more local road sections as you approach your destination. Expect the road conditions to vary somewhat, transitioning from more open highway to potentially more built-up areas.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US Highway 169 is the longest continuous segment at about 57.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Roosevelt Street.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 3h 17m drive. You will face about 14 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Roosevelt Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Kerr Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 169): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Roosevelt Street
Turn left onto Roosevelt Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Kerr Avenue
Turn left onto Kerr Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 169
Turn right onto US 169
Navigation decision point
5
25 mi into trip
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~44m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
60.6 mi into trip
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~1h 30m in
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US Highway 169
Enter roundabout onto US Highway 169
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US Highway 169 | 57.4 mi | 1h 7m |
| Voyageur Highway | 50 mi | 1h 12m |
| MN 23 | 29.6 mi | 35m |
| Corey Street | 5.9 mi | 9m |
| Central Avenue | 2.3 mi | 2m |
| North Pokegama Avenue | 2.1 mi | 2m |
| Minnesota Avenue North | 1 mi | 2m |
| Northeast 4th Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
US Highway 169
— 57.4 mi, about 1h 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Coleraine, MN and Saint Cloud, MN.
1
Start on Gayley Avenue
40 ft
·
8 sec
·
Gayley Avenue
2
Turn left onto Roosevelt Street
369 ft
·
21 sec
·
Roosevelt Street
3
Turn left onto Kerr Avenue
323 ft
·
16 sec
·
Kerr Avenue
4
Turn right onto US 169
365 ft
·
13 sec
·
US 169
5
Continue on US 169
5.9 mi
·
9 min
·
Corey Street
6
Continue on US 169
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Northeast 4th Street
7
Turn left onto US 169
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
North Pokegama Avenue
8
Continue on US 169
16 mi
·
29 min
·
Voyageur Highway
9
Turn left
89 ft
·
1 sec
10
Keep slight right at fork
352 ft
·
4 sec
11
Merge onto US 169
34 mi
·
42 min
·
Voyageur Highway
12
Continue on US 169; MN 210
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
2nd Street Northeast
13
Turn left onto US 169
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Minnesota Avenue North
14
Continue on US 169
0.2 mi
·
13 sec
·
US Highway 169
15
Enter roundabout onto US Highway 169
176 ft
·
2 sec
·
US Highway 169
16
Continue on US Highway 169
55 mi
·
1 hr 4 min
·
US Highway 169
17
Continue on US 169
2.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Central Avenue
18
Continue on US 169
2.3 mi
·
2 min
·
US Highway 169
19
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
20
Turn right onto MN 23
14 mi
·
16 min
·
MN 23
21
Enter roundabout onto MN 23
125 ft
·
1 sec
·
MN 23
22
Continue on MN 23
15 mi
·
19 min
·
MN 23
23
Turn right onto 7th Avenue South
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
7th Avenue South
24
Turn left onto Courthouse Square
222 ft
·
11 sec
·
Courthouse Square
25
Continue on Courthouse Square
363 ft
·
16 sec
·
Courthouse Square
26
Arrive at destination
Courthouse Square
Trip Plan
Given the 3h 17m duration, you can comfortably complete this drive in a single day. Consider departing in the morning to allow for a relaxed pace and potential spontaneous stops. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost estimated at $22, this trip is budget-friendly. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 57.4-mile stretch on US Highway 169, as services might be less frequent in certain sections.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 75.2 miles from Coleraine, MN, or about 1h 47m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 57.4 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 33 miles or 54m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 75.2 miles or 1h 47m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 44m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Saint Cloud, MN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Coleraine, MN so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Coleraine, MN
This is one driving day of about 150.4 miles and 3h 17m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 33 miles from Coleraine, MN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on US Highway 169 for about 57.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 75.2 mi from Coleraine, MN · 1h 47m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
75 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 33 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 75.2 miles from Coleraine, MN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Saint Cloud, MN
The final approach into Saint Cloud, MN usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Saint Cloud, MN.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$22.38 one way
$44.76 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
53 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $24.12 | $48.23 |
| premium | $4.53 | $26.84 | $53.67 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $33.21 | $66.41 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$22
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 52.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 45.1 | 0 | $15.79 | $7.22 |
| Efficient EV | 37.6 | 0 | $13.16 | $6.02 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 60.2 | 0 | $21.06 | $9.63 |
Gas CO2
53 kg
EV CO2
18 kg (66% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Saint Cloud, MN
Morning in Saint Cloud on Friday
Local time
7:38 AM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
31 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 17m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Coleraine, MN to Saint Cloud, MN covers 150.4 miles and takes about 3h 17m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US Highway 169, Voyageur Highway, MN 23. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 75.2 miles from Coleraine, MN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $22.38 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a straightforward 3h 17m drive. You will face about 14 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Roosevelt Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Kerr Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 169): Navigation decision point.
The route from Coleraine, MN to Saint Cloud, MN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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