Dellwood to Saint Cloud is 76.9 miles and takes about 1 hour 36 minutes via I-94 W, with a fuel budget near $11 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, single-day journey through Minnesota's Midwest region. You'll primarily be on interstate highways, making it a quick trip if you're looking to get from point A to point B efficiently. With a driving time under two hours, this route is ideal for a quick move or a day trip without much fuss.
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 50m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 94
28.6 mi
30m
MN-610
12.8 mi
14m
I-94 W
12.6 mi
13m
US 10
6.3 mi
7m
County Highway 96
4.9 mi
7m
Roosevelt Road
3.1 mi
4m
CH 96
2.9 mi
5m
Lake Avenue
1.2 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
I 94
— 28.6 mi, about 30m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dellwood, MN and Saint Cloud, MN.
1
Start on MN 244
0.7 mi·1 min·Dellwood Avenue
2
At end of road, turn left onto MN 96
341 ft·7 sec·Dellwood Road North
3
Continue on MN 96
1.2 mi·2 min·Lake Avenue
4
At end of road, turn left onto US 61
1.1 mi·1 min·North Highway 61
Use the left lane.
5
Turn right onto CH 96
2.4 mi·4 min·CH 96
Use the straight lane.
6
Continue on CH 96
0.6 mi·53 sec·CH 96
Use the left / straight lanes.
7
Continue on CR 96
4.9 mi·7 min·County Highway 96
Use the left lane.
8
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·18 sec
Toward US 10 West
9
Merge onto US 10
0.7 mi·57 sec·US 10
10
Keep slight right at fork onto US 10
1.4 mi·1 min·US 10
Toward I 35W North, US 10 WestUse the straight / slight left lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto US 10
4.2 mi·4 min·US 10
Toward US 10 WestUse the slight right lane.
12
Keep slight right at fork onto MN 610
13 mi·14 min·MN-610
Use the slight right lane.
13
Merge onto I 94
13 mi·13 min·I-94 W
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork onto I 94
29 mi·30 min·I 94
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi·42 sec
Exit 171Toward CR 7, CR 75: Saint Augusta, Saint Cloud
16
Keep slight right at fork
521 ft·12 sec
17
Turn straight onto CR 75
3.1 mi·4 min·Roosevelt Road
18
Turn right onto 22nd Street South
127 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 end of road, turn left onto 9th Avenue South
0.9 mi·2 min·9th Avenue South
22
Continue on 10th Avenue South
0.3 mi·49 sec·10th Avenue South
23
Turn right onto 1st Street North
0.1 mi·29 sec·1st Street North
24
At end of road, turn left onto Courthouse Square
270 ft·11 sec·Courthouse Square
25
Arrive at destination
Courthouse Square
Trip Plan
Since this drive is only about 1 hour and 36 minutes, you have a lot of flexibility with your departure time. Leaving Dellwood in the morning means you'll arrive in Saint Cloud with plenty of the day still ahead. There are no specific stops recommended on this route, so you can push through to your destination or pull over at any rest area that suits you. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is only $11, and plan your last fill-up before hitting the road to ensure a seamless journey.
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 50m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 28.6 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 17 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 38.5 miles or 50m 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 18m
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 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.
The longest stretch is on I 94 for about 28.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 18
5 decision points cluster between mile 11.8 and 76.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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11.8 mi into trip|~20m in|US 10
Keep slight right at fork onto US 10 toward I 35W North, US 10 West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Toward I 35W North, US 10 West
7
13.2 mi into trip|~22m in|US 10
Keep slight right at fork onto US 10 toward US 10 West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 10 West
6
17.4 mi into trip|~26m in|MN 610 / MN-610
Keep slight right at fork onto MN 610 / MN-610
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
6
71.4 mi into trip|~1h 25m in
Take the exit toward CR 7, CR 75: Saint Augusta, Saint Cloud
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 171
Toward CR 7, CR 75: Saint Augusta, Saint Cloud
6
76.9 mi into trip|~1h 36m in|Courthouse Square
At end of road, turn left onto Courthouse Square
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.44 one way
$22.89 round trip
$3.78/gal25.4 MPG avg27 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Dellwood, MN
Afternoon
in Dellwood on Saturday
Local time
3:49 PM
CDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Saint Cloud, MN
Afternoon
in Saint Cloud on Saturday
Local time
3:49 PM
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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is a highway-focused drive, with about 90% of the journey taking place on interstates. You'll spend a good portion of your time on I-94, including a longest stretch of 28.6 miles on that highway. Expect a consistent, high-speed experience for most of the trip. The road is predominantly interstate, meaning you'll find smooth pavement and relatively few complex intersections as you make your way west.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 25 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 28.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 94 and MN-610. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 11.8 miles in near US 10.
Driving Effort10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 76.9 miles you will encounter 18 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 11.8 miles (US 10): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 13.2 miles (US 10): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 17.4 miles (MN 610 / MN-610): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Dellwood, MN and Saint Cloud, MN, road signs point toward Cr 7 and Cr 75: Saint Augusta.
Saint Cloud is a city in Central Minnesota with a population of 68,000 (2018). Although it may have few attractions to draw the tourist, it is a nexus of medical advances, particularly in orthopedics (St. Cloud Orthopedics Associates, for example). It is also a college town as it is home to St. Cloud State University and St Cloud Technical College. The College of St. Benedict and St. John's University are nearby.
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 (90%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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 I 94, MN-610, I-94 W. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 76.9 miles you will encounter 18 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 11.8 miles (US 10): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 13.2 miles (US 10): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 17.4 miles (MN 610 / MN-610): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Dellwood, MN and Saint Cloud, MN, road signs point toward Cr 7 and Cr 75: Saint Augusta.
