Origin
Dellwood, MN
Morning in Dellwood on Saturday
Local time
11:53 AM
CDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Dellwood, MN to Saint Cloud, MN
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 36m
Distance
76.9 mi
124 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 29m
★
6 AM
1h 37m
8 AM
1h 51m
10 AM
1h 42m
12 PM
1h 40m
3 PM
1h 43m
5 PM
1h 51m
8 PM
1h 32m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Dellwood, MN
Tom Fisk
Saint Cloud, MN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Dellwood, MN to Saint Cloud, MN covers 76.9 miles and takes about 1h 36m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Dellwood Road North, Lake Avenue, Highway 61 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $11.44 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
38.5 miles from Dellwood, MN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 48m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 36m. Total distance: 76.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 36m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 36m drive with frequent turns across 76.9 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Dellwood Road North is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Dellwood, MN to Saint Cloud, MN is easy. At 1h 36m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Dellwood, MN to Saint Cloud, MN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Dellwood Road North | — | — |
| Lake Avenue | — | — |
| Highway 61 | — | — |
| Highway 96 | — | — |
| US 10 West | — | — |
| I 35W North | — | — |
| MN-610 | — | — |
| I-94 W | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Dellwood Road North
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dellwood, MN and Saint Cloud, MN.
1
Start on Dellwood Avenue
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Dellwood Avenue
2
At the end of the road, turn left onto Dellwood Road North
341 ft
·
7 sec
·
Dellwood Road North
3
Continue on Lake Avenue
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Lake Avenue
4
At the end of the road, turn left onto North Highway 61
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
North Highway 61
5
Turn right
2.4 mi
·
4 min
6
Continue straight
0.6 mi
·
53 sec
7
Continue on County Highway 96
4.9 mi
·
7 min
·
County Highway 96
8
Take the ramp slight right toward US 10 West
0.3 mi
·
19 sec
·
US 10 West
9
Merge slight left
0.7 mi
·
58 sec
10
Keep slight right to continue on I 35W North, US 10 West
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
I 35W North, US 10 West
11
Keep slight right to continue on US 10 West
4.2 mi
·
4 min
·
US 10 West
12
Keep slight right to continue on MN-610
13 mi
·
14 min
·
MN-610
13
Merge slight left onto I-94 W
13 mi
·
13 min
·
I-94 W
14
Keep slight right to continue on MnRoad Mainline
29 mi
·
30 min
·
MnRoad Mainline
15
Take the exit slight right toward CR 7, CR 75: Saint Augusta, Saint Cloud
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
CR 7, CR 75: Saint Augusta, Saint Cloud
16
Keep slight left
220 ft
·
6 sec
17
Turn right onto Roosevelt Road
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Roosevelt Road
18
Turn right onto 22nd Street South
128 ft
·
7 sec
·
22nd Street South
19
Turn left onto 11th Avenue South
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
11th Avenue South
20
Turn right onto 15th Street South
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
·
15th Street South
21
At the end of the road, turn left onto 9th Avenue South
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
9th Avenue South
22
Continue on 10th Avenue South
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
·
10th Avenue South
23
Turn right onto 1st Street North
0.1 mi
·
29 sec
·
1st Street North
24
At the end of the road, turn left onto Courthouse Square
269 ft
·
12 sec
·
Courthouse Square
25
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 38.5 miles from Dellwood, MN, or about 48m into the drive.
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 17 miles or 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 38.5 miles or 48m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 22m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Saint Cloud, MN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Dellwood, MN so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Dellwood, MN
This is one driving day of about 76.9 miles and 1h 36m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Dellwood, MN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 38.5 mi from Dellwood, MN · 48m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
38 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 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 38.5 miles from Dellwood, 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.44 one way
$22.89 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
27 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $12.33 | $24.66 |
| premium | $4.53 | $13.72 | $27.44 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.98 | $33.96 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 23.1 | 0 | $8.07 | $3.69 |
| Efficient EV | 19.2 | 0 | $6.73 | $3.08 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 30.8 | 0 | $10.77 | $4.92 |
Gas CO2
27 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (67% 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 Saturday
Local time
11:53 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
22 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
1h 36m 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 Dellwood, MN to Saint Cloud, MN covers 76.9 miles and takes about 1h 36m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Dellwood Road North, Lake Avenue, Highway 61. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 38.5 miles from Dellwood, MN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.44 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Dellwood, MN to Saint Cloud, MN is easy. At 1h 36m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Dellwood, MN to Saint Cloud, MN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Dellwood, MN to Saint Cloud, MN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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