Dundas to Saint Cloud is 108.8 miles and takes about 2h 11m via I 94, with a fuel budget near $16 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, highway-focused drive connecting two points within Minnesota. You'll spend most of your time on major interstates, making it a quick and efficient journey. Given its short duration, this route is ideal for a single-day trip, allowing for plenty of time at your destination. The Midwest region offers a familiar landscape for this short hop.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
54.4 miles from Dundas, MN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 6m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 11m. Total distance: 108.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 11m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (89%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 89% of your journey on interstates. Expect a consistent driving experience as you navigate I 94, I 494, and I 35. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 45.2 miles on I 94, so plan for extended periods of high-speed travel. This highway-centric profile means you'll cover ground efficiently, with minimal distractions from local traffic or slower roads. The landscape will largely be consistent with interstate driving through the Midwest.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 26 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 45.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 94 and I 494. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 4.8 miles in.
Driving Effort9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 108.8 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 4.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 26.3 miles (I 35W): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 34.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 20 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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4.8 mi into trip|~7m in
Take the ramp toward I 35 North
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 35 North
6
26.3 mi into trip|~31m in|I 35W
Keep slight left at fork onto I 35W
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
8
34.7 mi into trip|~41m in
Take the exit toward I 494 East, MN 5 East
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 8B-C
Toward I 494 East, MN 5 East
6
34.9 mi into trip|~41m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 494 West, MN 5 West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 494 West, MN 5 West
8
57.5 mi into trip|~1h 10m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 94 West: Saint Cloud
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 27
Toward I 94 West: Saint Cloud
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Dundas, MN and Saint Cloud, MN, road signs point toward Cr 7 and Cr 75: Saint Augusta.
Cr 7
103.3 mi in|~2h
Cr 75: Saint Augusta
103.3 mi in|~2h
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 94
45.2 mi
48m
I 494
21.7 mi
27m
I 35
21.2 mi
22m
I 35W
8.3 mi
9m
Millersburg Boulevard East
3.6 mi
4m
Roosevelt Road
3.1 mi
4m
9th Avenue South
0.9 mi
2m
West Avenue
0.6 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 94
— 45.2 mi, about 48m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dundas, MN and Saint Cloud, MN.
1
Start on CR 1
74 ft·6 sec·2nd Street North
2
Turn right onto CR 1
0.3 mi·45 sec·Hester Street
3
Turn left onto CR 8; CR 1
0.3 mi·43 sec·Railway Street
4
Turn right onto CR 1
0.6 mi·1 min·West Avenue
5
Continue on CR 1
3.6 mi·4 min·Millersburg Boulevard East
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·44 sec
Toward I 35 NorthUse the right lane.
7
Merge onto I 35
21 mi·22 min·I 35
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 35W
8.3 mi·9 min·I 35W
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi·37 sec
Exit 8B-CToward I 494 East, MN 5 EastUse the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.8 mi·1 min
Toward I 494 West, MN 5 West
11
Merge onto I 494; MN 5
5.8 mi·7 min·I 494; MN 5
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork onto I 494; MN 5
16 mi·19 min·I 494; MN 5
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi·49 sec
Exit 27Toward I 94 West: Saint CloudUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
14
Continue on I 94
17 mi·18 min·I 94
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight left at fork onto I 94
29 mi·30 min·I 94
16
Take the exit
0.3 mi·42 sec
Exit 171Toward CR 7, CR 75: Saint Augusta, Saint Cloud
17
Keep slight right at fork
521 ft·12 sec
18
Turn straight onto CR 75
3.1 mi·4 min·Roosevelt Road
19
Turn right onto 22nd Street South
127 ft·7 sec·22nd Street South
20
Turn left onto 11th Avenue South
0.5 mi·1 min·11th Avenue South
21
Turn right onto 15th Street South
0.1 mi·22 sec·15th Street South
22
At end of road, turn left onto 9th Avenue South
0.9 mi·2 min·9th Avenue South
23
Continue on 10th Avenue South
0.3 mi·49 sec·10th Avenue South
24
Turn right onto 1st Street North
0.1 mi·29 sec·1st Street North
25
At end of road, turn left onto Courthouse Square
270 ft·11 sec·Courthouse Square
26
Arrive at destination
Courthouse Square
Trip Plan
Since this trip is just over two hours, you have considerable flexibility with your departure time. Leaving mid-morning will allow you to avoid rush hour traffic and still arrive with ample daylight. With no designated stops, you can take breaks as needed, perhaps at one of the many service areas along the interstates. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially on the longer 45.2-mile stretch on I 94, and consider topping off before you depart Dundas to ensure a smooth journey to Saint Cloud.
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 54.4 miles from Dundas, MN, or about 1h 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 45.2 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 24 miles or 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 54.4 miles or 1h 6m 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 45m
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 Dundas, 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 Dundas, MN
This is one driving day of about 108.8 miles and 2h 11m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 24 miles from Dundas, MN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 94 for about 45.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 54.4 mi from Dundas, MN
· 1h 6m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$16.19 one way
$32.38 round trip
$3.78/gal25.4 MPG avg38 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.07
$17.45
$34.89
premium
$4.53
$19.41
$38.83
diesel
$5.61
$24.02
$48.04
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 38.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
32.6
0
$11.42
$5.22
Efficient EV
27.2
0
$9.52
$4.35
EV Truck/SUV
43.5
0
$15.23
$6.96
Gas CO2
38 kg
EV CO2
13 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Dundas, MN
Late night
in Dundas on Saturday
Local time
4:55 AM
CDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Saint Cloud, MN
Late night
in Saint Cloud on Saturday
Local time
4:55 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
23 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
2h 11m 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 Dundas, MN to Saint Cloud, MN covers 108.8 miles and takes about 2h 11m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 94, I 494, I 35. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 54.4 miles from Dundas, MN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $16.19 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 is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 108.8 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 4.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 26.3 miles (I 35W): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 34.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Dundas, MN and Saint Cloud, MN, road signs point toward Cr 7 and Cr 75: Saint Augusta.
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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
