Origin
Midway, MN
Afternoon in Midway on Wednesday
Local time
12:52 PM
CDT
Current temp
37°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Midway, MN to Saint Cloud, MN
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
2h 36m
Distance
123 mi
198 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 26m
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6 AM
2h 37m
8 AM
2h 57m
10 AM
2h 44m
12 PM
2h 42m
3 PM
2h 45m
5 PM
2h 56m
8 PM
2h 30m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Midway, MN
Tom Fisk
Saint Cloud, MN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Midway, MN to Saint Cloud, MN covers 123 miles and takes about 2h 36m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on West Mason Avenue, Aspen Avenue South, Ash Avenue Northeast for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 78.4 miles on West Mason Avenue. At current regular gas prices, budget about $18.30 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
61.5 miles from Midway, MN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 24m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a 2h 36m drive with frequent turns across 123 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 14 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.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,524 ft
1,037 ft
Total Climb
69 ft
Total Descent
556 ft
Highest Point
1,524 ft
Elevation Range
487 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 10.2 miles in near US 71 / Aspen Avenue South.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Midway, MN to Saint Cloud, MN is easy. At 2h 36m with 9% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 10.2 miles (US 71 / Aspen Avenue South): Navigation decision point; at 117.4 miles (US 10): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 121.7 miles (East Saint Germain Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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10.2 mi into trip
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~19m in
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US 71 / Aspen Avenue South
Turn right onto US 71 / Aspen Avenue South
Navigation decision point
4
117.4 mi into trip
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~2h 28m in
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US 10
Keep slight left at fork onto US 10
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
121.7 mi into trip
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~2h 33m in
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East Saint Germain Street
Turn right onto East Saint Germain Street
Navigation decision point
5
122.9 mi into trip
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~2h 36m in
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8th Avenue North
Turn left onto 8th Avenue North
Navigation decision point
4
123 mi into trip
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~2h 36m in
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Courthouse Square
Turn left onto Courthouse Square
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Mason Avenue | 78.4 mi | 1h 29m |
| Aspen Avenue South | 22.6 mi | 32m |
| Ash Avenue Northeast | 6.2 mi | 7m |
| State Highway 87 | 5.4 mi | 9m |
| US 10 | 4.3 mi | 5m |
| Main Street | 3.3 mi | 5m |
| County Highway 47 | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| East Saint Germain Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
West Mason Avenue
— 78.4 mi, about 1h 29m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Midway, MN and Saint Cloud, MN.
1
Start on CR 47
1.6 mi
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3 min
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County Highway 47
2
Turn left onto MN 87
5.4 mi
·
9 min
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State Highway 87
3
Continue on MN 87
3.3 mi
·
5 min
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Main Street
4
Turn right onto US 71
23 mi
·
32 min
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Aspen Avenue South
5
Turn left onto US 10
6.2 mi
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7 min
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Ash Avenue Northeast
6
Continue on US 10
78 mi
·
1 hr 29 min
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West Mason Avenue
Use the right lane.
7
Keep slight left at fork onto US 10
4.3 mi
·
5 min
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US 10
8
Turn right onto East Saint Germain Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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East Saint Germain Street
9
Continue on Veterans Bridge
0.2 mi
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23 sec
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Veterans Bridge
10
Continue on 1st Street North
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
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1st Street North
11
Continue on 2nd Street North
393 ft
·
13 sec
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2nd Street North
12
Turn left onto 8th Avenue North
253 ft
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16 sec
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8th Avenue North
13
Turn left onto Courthouse Square
7 ft
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0 sec
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Courthouse Square
14
Arrive at destination
Courthouse Square
Trip Plan
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 61.5 miles from Midway, MN, or about 1h 24m 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 80 miles or 1h 45m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 61.5 miles or 1h 24m 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 9m
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 Midway, 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 Midway, MN
This is one driving day of about 123 miles and 2h 36m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Midway, 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 61.5 mi from Midway, MN · 1h 24m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
62 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 61.5 miles from Midway, 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
$18.30 one way
$36.61 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
43 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $19.72 | $39.45 |
| premium | $4.53 | $21.95 | $43.89 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $27.16 | $54.31 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 43 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 36.9 | 0 | $12.92 | $5.90 |
| Efficient EV | 30.8 | 0 | $10.76 | $4.92 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 49.2 | 0 | $17.22 | $7.87 |
Gas CO2
43 kg
EV CO2
14 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 Wednesday
Local time
12:52 PM
CDT
Current temp
48°F
Partly Cloudy
NW 5 mph
1% chance
Live forecast
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued April 12 at 9:45PM CDT by NWS Grand Forks ND
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 12 at 9:44PM CDT by NWS Grand Forks ND
37°F
Avon, MN
62 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
11 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 36m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Midway, MN to Saint Cloud, MN covers 123 miles and takes about 2h 36m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Mason Avenue, Aspen Avenue South, Ash Avenue Northeast. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 61.5 miles from Midway, MN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $18.30 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.
The drive from Midway, MN to Saint Cloud, MN is easy. At 2h 36m with 9% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 10.2 miles (US 71 / Aspen Avenue South): Navigation decision point; at 117.4 miles (US 10): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 121.7 miles (East Saint Germain Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Midway, MN to Saint Cloud, MN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 1,037 ft to 1,524 ft elevation with about 69 ft of total climbing.
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