Origin
Cormorant, MN
Afternoon in Cormorant on Thursday
Local time
1:49 PM
CDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cormorant, MN to Saint Paul, MN
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
4h 15m
Distance
221.8 mi
357 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$33
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 2m
★
6 AM
4h 15m
8 AM
4h 42m
10 AM
4h 24m
12 PM
4h 22m
3 PM
4h 26m
5 PM
4h 40m
8 PM
4h 7m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Saint Paul, MN
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Trip Overview
This 221.8-mile drive from Cormorant, MN to Saint Paul, MN will take approximately 4 hours and 15 minutes, making it a feasible day trip. The majority of your journey, 84%, will be on major highways, primarily I-94 and US 59. With an estimated fuel cost of $33, this is an economical way to travel between these two points within the Midwest. The route is fairly straightforward, allowing for a relaxed pace and flexibility in your schedule. You'll find it easy to complete in a single day without needing an overnight stop.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
110.9 miles from Cormorant, MN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 11m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 15m. Total distance: 221.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 15m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (84%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused drive for most of this 221.8-mile journey. You'll spend 84% of your time on major roadways, including significant stretches on I-94. The longest uninterrupted segment you'll encounter is 121.7 miles on I-94, so be prepared for extended periods of consistent speed. While the primary roads are interstate and US highways, the overall feel is less of a monotonous grind and more of an efficient transit between destinations. The route offers a clear path with minimal complex turns.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 94 is the longest continuous segment at about 121.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 94 and US 59. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 203.4 miles in near I 694.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 221.8 miles you will encounter 14 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 203.4 miles (I 694): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 215 miles (US 10 / Voyageur Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 220.5 miles (US 10): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
203.4 mi into trip
|
~3h 51m in
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I 694
Keep slight left at fork onto I 694
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
215 mi into trip
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~4h 4m in
|
US 10 / Voyageur Highway
Keep slight right at fork onto US 10 / Voyageur Highway toward US 10 East, I 35 South: St Paul
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 46
Toward US 10 East, I 35 South: St Paul
9
220.5 mi into trip
|
~4h 11m in
|
US 10
Keep slight left at fork onto US 10 toward US 10 East, I 94 East, US 52 South: 10th Street, Wacouta Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Exit 107A
Toward US 10 East, I 94 East, US 52 South: 10th...
6
220.6 mi into trip
|
~4h 11m in
Take the exit toward 10th Street, Wacouta Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward 10th Street, Wacouta Street
8
220.8 mi into trip
|
~4h 11m in
Keep slight right at fork toward 10th Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward 10th Street
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 94 | 121.7 mi | 2h 11m |
| US 59 | 51.6 mi | 55m |
| South Broadway | 13.7 mi | 15m |
| I 694 | 11.7 mi | 12m |
| Voyageur Highway | 5.5 mi | 6m |
| East Lake Lizzie Road | 4.7 mi | 5m |
| West Prairie Avenue | 2.7 mi | 3m |
| South Shore Drive | 2.5 mi | 6m |
Longest stretch:
I 94
— 121.7 mi, about 2h 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cormorant, MN and Saint Paul, MN.
1
Start on CR 5
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
County Highway 5
2
Continue on CH 9
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
County Highway 9
3
Turn right onto CH 9
1.7 mi
·
4 min
·
County Road 9
4
Turn left onto South Pelican Drive
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South Pelican Drive
5
Continue on South Pelican Drive
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
South Pelican Drive
6
Turn right onto South Shore Drive
2.5 mi
·
6 min
·
South Shore Drive
7
Continue on 215th Avenue
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
215th Avenue
8
Turn right onto US 59
4.7 mi
·
5 min
·
East Lake Lizzie Road
9
Continue on US 59
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
North Broadway
10
Continue on US 59
14 mi
·
15 min
·
South Broadway
11
Continue on US 59
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
West Prairie Avenue
12
Take the exit onto US 59
52 mi
·
55 min
·
US 59
13
Continue on I 94; MN 27
122 mi
·
2 hr 11 min
·
I 94; MN 27
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork onto I 694
12 mi
·
12 min
·
I 694
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight right at fork onto US 10
5.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Voyageur Highway
Exit 46
Toward US 10 East, I 35 South: St Paul
Use the slight right lane.
16
Keep slight left at fork onto US 10
0.1 mi
·
7 sec
·
US 10
Exit 107A
Toward US 10 East, I 94 East, US 52 South: 10th Street, Wacouta Street
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward 10th Street, Wacouta Street
18
Keep slight right at fork
409 ft
·
10 sec
Toward 10th Street
Use the slight right lane.
19
Continue on 10th Street East
0.2 mi
·
43 sec
·
10th Street East
20
Turn left onto Robert Street North
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Robert Street North
21
Turn right onto Kellogg Boulevard East
0.2 mi
·
44 sec
·
Kellogg Boulevard East
22
Turn right onto Wabasha Street North
162 ft
·
5 sec
·
Wabasha Street North
23
Arrive at destination
Wabasha Street North
Trip Plan
Given the 4 hour and 15 minute duration, departing Cormorant in the morning will comfortably get you to Saint Paul by midday. With only one recommended stop, you have plenty of flexibility to decide when and where you'd like to take a break. The longest stretch on I-94 is over 120 miles, so plan your fuel and rest stops accordingly, perhaps around the halfway point. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $33, and it's always best to be prepared. This route is well-suited for a single-day adventure, so you can easily adjust your departure time based on your needs.
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 110.9 miles from Cormorant, MN, or about 2h 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 121.7 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 49 miles or 1h 4m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 110.9 miles or 2h 11m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 28m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Saint Paul, MN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Cormorant, 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 Cormorant, MN
This is one driving day of about 221.8 miles and 4h 15m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 49 miles from Cormorant, 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 I 94 for about 121.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 110.9 mi from Cormorant, MN · 2h 11m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
111 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 49 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 110.9 miles from Cormorant, MN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 94 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 121.7 miles.
Arriving in Saint Paul, MN
The final approach into Saint Paul, 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 Paul, MN.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$33.01 one way
$66.02 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
78 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $35.57 | $71.13 |
| premium | $4.53 | $39.57 | $79.15 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $48.97 | $97.94 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$33
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$58–$83
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 77.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 66.5 | 0 | $23.29 | $10.65 |
| Efficient EV | 55.5 | 0 | $19.41 | $8.87 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 88.7 | 1 | $31.05 | $14.20 |
Gas CO2
78 kg
EV CO2
26 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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 Paul, MN
Afternoon in Saint Paul on Thursday
Local time
1:49 PM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
67°F
Avon, MN
111 mi in
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
27 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
4h 15m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Cormorant, MN to Saint Paul, MN covers 221.8 miles and takes about 4h 15m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 94, US 59, South Broadway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 110.9 miles from Cormorant, MN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $33.01 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 221.8 miles you will encounter 14 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 203.4 miles (I 694): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 215 miles (US 10 / Voyageur Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 220.5 miles (US 10): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Cormorant, MN to Saint Paul, MN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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