Origin
Lake Eunice, MN
Afternoon in Lake Eunice on Friday
Local time
1:58 PM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Lake Eunice, 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
2h 56m
Distance
145.9 mi
235 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
2h 45m
★
6 AM
2h 57m
8 AM
3h 19m
10 AM
3h 5m
12 PM
3h 2m
3 PM
3h 6m
5 PM
3h 18m
8 PM
2h 50m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lake Eunice, MN
Tom Fisk
Saint Cloud, MN
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Trip Overview
This 145.9-mile journey from Lake Eunice, MN to Saint Cloud, MN is easily managed as a single-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 56 minutes. You'll primarily navigate US 10, with some time on West Mason Avenue and Ash Avenue Northwest. With a fuel cost estimated at $22, this drive through the Midwest offers a straightforward passage. It’s a practical route, well-suited for a day excursion without the need for an overnight stay. Plan for a single stop along the way to break up the drive.
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
73 miles from Lake Eunice, MN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 31m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 56m. Total distance: 145.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 56m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (40%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
The drive presents a mixed profile, with about 40% of the route utilizing highways. Expect a longest uninterrupted stretch of 78.4 miles on West Mason Avenue, which will feel like a significant portion of your journey. This segment likely offers a consistent pace, while other sections might involve more local road navigation. The transition between these road types will define the driving experience, shifting from potentially faster highway speeds to more varied conditions as you approach your destination.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West Mason Avenue is the longest continuous segment at about 78.4 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 CR 22 / County Highway 22.
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 2h 56m drive. You will face about 11 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 (CR 22 / County Highway 22): Navigation decision point; at 2.9 miles (CR 22 / County Highway 22): Navigation decision point; at 4.9 miles (US 59; MN 34): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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CR 22 / County Highway 22
Turn right onto CR 22 / County Highway 22
Navigation decision point
4
2.9 mi into trip
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~7m in
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CR 22 / County Highway 22
At end of road, turn left onto CR 22 / County Highway 22
Navigation decision point
6
4.9 mi into trip
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~12m in
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US 59; MN 34
Enter roundabout onto US 59; MN 34
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
54.7 mi into trip
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~1h 10m in
Enter roundabout
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
145.9 mi into trip
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~2h 56m in
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8th Avenue North
Turn left onto 8th Avenue North
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Mason Avenue | 78.4 mi | 1h 29m |
| US 10 | 49.2 mi | 56m |
| Ash Avenue Northwest | 7.3 mi | 8m |
| County Highway 22 | 4.9 mi | 12m |
| US 59 | 4.8 mi | 6m |
| East Saint Germain Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| 1st Street North | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Veterans Bridge | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
West Mason Avenue
— 78.4 mi, about 1h 29m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lake Eunice, MN and Saint Cloud, MN.
1
Start on this road
41 ft
·
5 sec
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this road
2
Turn right onto CR 22
2.8 mi
·
6 min
·
County Highway 22
3
At end of road, turn left onto CR 22
2.0 mi
·
4 min
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County Highway 22
4
At end of road, turn left onto CR 22
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
County Highway 22
5
Enter roundabout onto US 59; MN 34
240 ft
·
3 sec
·
US 59; MN 34
6
Continue on US 59; MN 34
3.7 mi
·
4 min
·
US 59; MN 34
7
Enter roundabout onto US 59; MN 34
139 ft
·
1 sec
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US 59; MN 34
8
Continue on US 59; MN 34
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
US 59; MN 34
9
Turn right onto US 10
45 mi
·
51 min
·
US 10
10
Enter roundabout
103 ft
·
1 sec
11
Continue
66 ft
·
0 sec
12
Turn straight onto US 10
7.3 mi
·
8 min
·
Ash Avenue Northwest
13
Continue on US 10
78 mi
·
1 hr 29 min
·
West Mason Avenue
Use the right lane.
14
Keep slight left at fork onto US 10
4.3 mi
·
5 min
·
US 10
15
Turn right onto East Saint Germain Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
East Saint Germain Street
16
Continue on Veterans Bridge
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Veterans Bridge
17
Continue on 1st Street North
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
1st Street North
18
Continue on 2nd Street North
393 ft
·
13 sec
·
2nd Street North
19
Turn left onto 8th Avenue North
253 ft
·
16 sec
·
8th Avenue North
20
Turn left onto Courthouse Square
7 ft
·
0 sec
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Courthouse Square
21
Arrive at destination
Courthouse Square
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of under 3 hours, you have flexibility with your departure time for this trip. Consider leaving in the morning to maximize your time in Saint Cloud. With only one recommended stop, plan it strategically along the 145.9-mile route to manage fatigue. Keep an eye on your fuel level, as the estimated cost is $22, and it's always wise to fuel up before departing or at your planned stop. A specific tip for this route: be aware that the longest stretch is on West Mason Avenue, so ensure you're comfortable with that segment before you start.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 73 miles from Lake Eunice, MN, or about 1h 31m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 78.4 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 32 miles or 44m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 73 miles or 1h 31m 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 24m
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 Lake Eunice, 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 Lake Eunice, MN
This is one driving day of about 145.9 miles and 2h 56m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 32 miles from Lake Eunice, 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 West Mason Avenue for about 78.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 73 mi from Lake Eunice, MN · 1h 31m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
73 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 32 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 73 miles from Lake Eunice, MN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before West Mason Avenue if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 78.4 miles.
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
$21.71 one way
$43.43 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
51 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $23.40 | $46.79 |
| premium | $4.53 | $26.03 | $52.06 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $32.21 | $64.43 |
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: 51 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 43.8 | 0 | $15.32 | $7.00 |
| Efficient EV | 36.5 | 0 | $12.77 | $5.84 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 58.4 | 0 | $20.43 | $9.34 |
Gas CO2
51 kg
EV CO2
17 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
Afternoon in Saint Cloud on Friday
Local time
1:58 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
4 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 56m 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 Lake Eunice, MN to Saint Cloud, MN covers 145.9 miles and takes about 2h 56m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Mason Avenue, US 10, Ash Avenue Northwest. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 73 miles from Lake Eunice, MN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $21.71 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.
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 2h 56m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (CR 22 / County Highway 22): Navigation decision point; at 2.9 miles (CR 22 / County Highway 22): Navigation decision point; at 4.9 miles (US 59; MN 34): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
The route from Lake Eunice, 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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