Origin
Little Canada, MN
Afternoon in Little Canada on Friday
Local time
3:49 PM
CDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Little Canada, MN to Saint Paul, MN
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
10m
Distance
6.2 mi
10 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 10m
★
6 AM
0h 11m
8 AM
0h 13m
10 AM
0h 12m
12 PM
0h 11m
3 PM
0h 12m
5 PM
0h 13m
8 PM
0h 10m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Little Canada, MN
Tom Fisk
Saint Paul, MN
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Trip Overview
Little Canada, MN to Saint Paul, MN is 6.2 miles and takes about 10 minutes via I 35E, with a fuel budget near $1 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short, straightforward drive stays within the Midwest region, connecting two Minnesota locations. Given its brief duration, this trip is ideal for a quick transfer or a simple addition to a longer journey in the area. You'll mainly be on interstate highway, so expect efficient travel with minimal fuss.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
This 6.2-mile drive is an easy same-day round trip from Little Canada to Saint Paul, taking about 10 minutes each way. You'll be back home before you know it, perfect for a quick weekend excursion.
Family Friendly
With a complexity rating of 7/10 and 6.2 miles of highway driving, this route might be a bit much for young kids. However, it's short enough at 10 minutes that it shouldn't be too taxing.
Solo Traveler
At just 6.2 miles and 10 minutes, this drive is incredibly short for a solo traveler. While not particularly engaging, it's comfortable and straightforward.
EV Driver
This 6.2-mile trip is well within the range of any EV, making it a breeze to complete on a single charge. There are no charging stations listed on this short route, but you won't need them.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (70%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a highway-focused drive with 70% of the route on interstate. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 4.3 miles on I 35E, offering a consistent pace. You'll transition onto Robert Street North and Centerville Road, which may provide a slightly different driving experience as you get closer to your destination. Overall, anticipate a smooth and direct journey primarily utilizing major roadways.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 35E is the longest continuous segment at about 4.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 35E and Robert Street North. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near CH 21 / Little Canada Road East.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 10 decision points packed into just 6.2 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 10m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (CH 21 / Little Canada Road East): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.4 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 4.9 miles (US 10): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
0.3 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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CH 21 / Little Canada Road East
At end of road, turn right onto CH 21 / Little Canada Road East
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
8
0.4 mi into trip
|
~1m in
Take the ramp toward I 35E South
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 35E South
9
4.9 mi into trip
|
~7m 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
5 mi into trip
|
~7m 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
5.3 mi into trip
|
~7m 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 35E | 4.3 mi | 5m |
| Robert Street North | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Centerville Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Kellogg Boulevard East | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| 10th Street East | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Little Canada Road East | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| US 10 | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Wabasha Street North | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 35E
— 4.3 mi, about 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Little Canada, MN and Saint Paul, MN.
1
Start on Labore Road
58 ft
·
6 sec
·
Labore Road
2
Turn left onto CH 19
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
Centerville Road
3
At end of road, turn right onto CH 21
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
·
Little Canada Road East
Use the right lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward I 35E South
Use the left lane.
5
Merge onto I 35E; US 10
4.3 mi
·
5 min
·
I 35E; US 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
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.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward 10th Street, Wacouta Street
8
Keep slight right at fork
409 ft
·
10 sec
Toward 10th Street
Use the slight right lane.
9
Continue on 10th Street East
0.2 mi
·
43 sec
·
10th Street East
10
Turn left onto Robert Street North
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Robert Street North
11
Turn right onto Kellogg Boulevard East
0.2 mi
·
44 sec
·
Kellogg Boulevard East
12
Turn right onto Wabasha Street North
162 ft
·
5 sec
·
Wabasha Street North
13
Arrive at destination
Wabasha Street North
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$0.92 one way
$1.85 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
2 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $0.99 | $1.99 |
| premium | $4.53 | $1.11 | $2.21 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $1.37 | $2.74 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$1
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 50% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 1.9 | 0 | $0.65 | $0.30 |
| Efficient EV | 1.6 | 0 | $0.54 | $0.25 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 2.5 | 0 | $0.87 | $0.40 |
Gas CO2
2 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (50% 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 Paul, MN
Afternoon in Saint Paul on Friday
Local time
3:49 PM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
20 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
10m 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 Little Canada, MN to Saint Paul, MN covers 6.2 miles and takes about 10m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 35E, Robert Street North, Centerville Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 3.1 miles from Little Canada, MN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $0.92 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 short but busy drive. With 10 decision points packed into just 6.2 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 10m.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (CH 21 / Little Canada Road East): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.4 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 4.9 miles (US 10): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Little Canada, MN to Saint Paul, 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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