Origin
Mahnomen, MN
Afternoon in Mahnomen on Thursday
Local time
4:45 PM
CDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Mahnomen, MN to Saint Paul, MN
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
4h 47m
Distance
245.4 mi
395 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$37
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 34m
★
6 AM
4h 48m
8 AM
5h 15m
10 AM
4h 57m
12 PM
4h 55m
3 PM
4h 59m
5 PM
5h 14m
8 PM
4h 40m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Mahnomen, MN
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Saint Paul, MN
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Trip Overview
This 245.4-mile drive from Mahnomen, MN to Saint Paul, MN will take you approximately 4 hours and 47 minutes of driving time. It's a solid day trip option, especially considering the estimated fuel cost of $37. The route primarily uses US 10 and US 59, offering a mixed driving experience across the Midwest. You'll be spending about 60% of your time on highways. This journey is straightforward and can be completed comfortably in a single day, allowing for flexibility in your departure time and stop planning.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
122.7 miles from Mahnomen, MN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 21m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 47m. Total distance: 245.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 47m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Drive Character
Expect a mixed drive on this route, with 60% of the journey on highways. The roads will shift between the faster pace of major routes and potentially some more local roads as you navigate. You'll encounter a longest uninterrupted stretch of 78.4 miles on West Mason Avenue, so plan your stops accordingly. The character of the drive is generally practical, moving you efficiently across the landscape rather than focusing on a specific scenic theme. Be prepared for varied road conditions as you transition between different types of thoroughfares.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 29 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. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 227 miles in near I 694.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 245.4 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 227 miles (I 694): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 238.6 miles (US 10 / Voyageur Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 244.1 miles (US 10): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
227 mi into trip
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~4h 24m in
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I 694
Keep slight left at fork onto I 694
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
238.6 mi into trip
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~4h 37m in
|
US 10 / Voyageur Highway
Keep slight right at fork onto US 10 / Voyageur Highway toward US 10 East, I 35 South: St Paul
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 46
Toward US 10 East, I 35 South: St Paul
9
244.1 mi into trip
|
~4h 44m 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
244.3 mi into trip
|
~4h 44m 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
244.5 mi into trip
|
~4h 44m 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 |
|---|---|---|
| West Mason Avenue | 78.4 mi | 1h 29m |
| US 10 | 71.2 mi | 1h 22m |
| US 59 | 35.2 mi | 40m |
| I 94 | 28 mi | 31m |
| I 694 | 11.7 mi | 12m |
| Ash Avenue Northwest | 7.3 mi | 8m |
| Voyageur Highway | 5.5 mi | 6m |
| 165th Avenue Southeast | 1.8 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
West Mason Avenue
— 78.4 mi, about 1h 29m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mahnomen, MN and Saint Paul, MN.
1
Start on West Monroe Avenue
8 ft
·
2 sec
·
West Monroe Avenue
2
Turn right onto South Main Street
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
·
South Main Street
3
Turn left onto East Jefferson Avenue
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
·
East Jefferson Avenue
4
At end of road, turn right onto US 59
35 mi
·
40 min
·
US 59
5
Turn left onto US 10
45 mi
·
51 min
·
US 10
6
Enter roundabout
103 ft
·
1 sec
7
Continue
66 ft
·
0 sec
8
Turn straight onto US 10
7.3 mi
·
8 min
·
Ash Avenue Northwest
9
Continue on US 10
78 mi
·
1 hr 29 min
·
West Mason Avenue
Use the right lane.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto US 10
26 mi
·
30 min
·
US 10
11
Turn right onto 165th Avenue Southeast
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
165th Avenue Southeast
12
Continue on Park Boulevard Southeast
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Park Boulevard Southeast
13
Continue on County Road 11
0.7 mi
·
57 sec
·
County Road 11
14
Turn right onto MN 25
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
State Highway 25
15
Continue on MN 25
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
Pine Street
16
Turn left onto CR 75
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Broadway Street East
17
Turn right onto CR 18
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
Fenning Avenue
18
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
19
Merge onto I 94
28 mi
·
31 min
·
I 94
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Keep slight left at fork onto I 694
12 mi
·
12 min
·
I 694
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Keep slight right at fork onto US 10
5.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Voyageur Highway
Exit 46
Toward US 10 East, I 35 South: St Paul
Use the slight right lane.
22
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.
23
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward 10th Street, Wacouta Street
24
Keep slight right at fork
409 ft
·
10 sec
Toward 10th Street
Use the slight right lane.
25
Continue on 10th Street East
0.2 mi
·
43 sec
·
10th Street East
26
Turn left onto Robert Street North
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Robert Street North
27
Turn right onto Kellogg Boulevard East
0.2 mi
·
44 sec
·
Kellogg Boulevard East
28
Turn right onto Wabasha Street North
162 ft
·
5 sec
·
Wabasha Street North
29
Arrive at destination
Wabasha Street North
Trip Plan
Given the manageable 4 hour and 47-minute duration, this trip is best tackled as a single-day adventure. Aim to leave Mahnomen in the morning to give yourself ample time to reach Saint Paul without feeling rushed. With only one recommended stop, you have a lot of flexibility in pacing. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, as the estimated cost is $37, and plan your refueling around the longest stretch of 78.4 miles on West Mason Avenue. This practical approach will ensure a smooth and stress-free journey.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 122.7 miles from Mahnomen, MN, or about 2h 21m 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 54 miles or 1h 2m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 122.7 miles or 2h 21m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 55m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Saint Paul, MN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Mahnomen, MN so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 Mahnomen, MN
This is one driving day of about 245.4 miles and 4h 47m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 54 miles from Mahnomen, 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 122.7 mi from Mahnomen, MN · 2h 21m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
123 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 54 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 122.7 miles from Mahnomen, 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 Paul, MN
The final approach into Saint Paul, 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 Paul, 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
$36.52 one way
$73.04 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
86 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $39.35 | $78.70 |
| premium | $4.53 | $43.79 | $87.57 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $54.18 | $108.36 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$37
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$62–$87
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 85.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $26 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 73.6 | 0 | $25.77 | $11.78 |
| Efficient EV | 61.4 | 0 | $21.47 | $9.82 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 98.2 | 1 | $34.36 | $15.71 |
Gas CO2
86 kg
EV CO2
29 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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 Thursday
Local time
4:45 PM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
40°F
Little Falls, MN
123 mi in
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
28 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
4h 47m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Mahnomen, MN to Saint Paul, MN covers 245.4 miles and takes about 4h 47m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Mason Avenue, US 10, US 59. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 122.7 miles from Mahnomen, MN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $36.52 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 245.4 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 227 miles (I 694): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 238.6 miles (US 10 / Voyageur Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 244.1 miles (US 10): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Mahnomen, MN to Saint Paul, MN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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