Origin
Minneapolis, MN
Morning in Minneapolis on Monday
Local time
10:51 AM
CDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Minneapolis, MN to Saint Peter, MN
Drive Time
1h 28m
Distance
68.7 mi
111 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 21m
★
6 AM
1h 28m
8 AM
1h 42m
10 AM
1h 33m
12 PM
1h 32m
3 PM
1h 34m
5 PM
1h 41m
8 PM
1h 24m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Saint Peter, MN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Minneapolis, MN to Saint Peter, MN covers 68.7 miles and takes about 1h 28m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on 3rd Avenue South, South 10th Street, I-35W South for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.83 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
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
34.3 miles from Minneapolis, MN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 44m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 28m drive with frequent turns across 68.7 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
3rd Avenue South is one of the defining roads on this drive.
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.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Minneapolis, MN to Saint Peter, MN is easy. At 1h 28m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Minneapolis, MN to Saint Peter, MN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 3rd Avenue South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South 10th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I-35W South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 494 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 169 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| MN 41 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| CR 78 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| County Road 78 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
3rd Avenue South
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Minneapolis, MN and Saint Peter, MN.
1
Start on Washington Avenue South
62 ft
·
9 sec
·
Washington Avenue South
2
Turn left onto 3rd Avenue South
0.6 mi
·
2 min
·
3rd Avenue South
3
Turn left onto South 10th Street
407 ft
·
16 sec
·
South 10th Street
4
Take the ramp slight right toward I-35W South
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
I-35W South
5
Continue straight
0.5 mi
·
33 sec
6
Merge slight right
7.5 mi
·
10 min
7
Take the exit slight right toward I 494 West, MN 5 West
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
I 494 West, MN 5 West
8
Merge slight left
3.8 mi
·
4 min
9
Take the exit slight right toward US 169 South, US 169 North
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
US 169 South, US 169 North
10
Keep slight left to continue on US 169 South
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
·
US 169 South
11
Merge slight left
13 mi
·
15 min
12
Take the exit slight right toward MN 41, CR 78: Chestnut Boulevard
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
MN 41, CR 78: Chestnut Boulevard
13
Keep slight left to continue on CR 78: Chestnut Boulevard
226 ft
·
7 sec
·
CR 78: Chestnut Boulevard
14
Continue on County Road 78
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
County Road 78
15
Turn right onto Louisville Road
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Louisville Road
16
Turn right onto 147th Street
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
147th Street
17
Turn left onto Red Rock Drive
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
Red Rock Drive
18
Take the ramp straight toward US 169 South
262 ft
·
7 sec
·
US 169 South
19
Merge slight left
11 mi
·
12 min
20
Continue straight
3.8 mi
·
4 min
21
Continue straight
23 mi
·
27 min
22
Arrive at your destination
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 34.3 miles from Minneapolis, MN, or about 44m into the drive.
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 68.7 miles or 1h 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 34.3 miles or 44m 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 14m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Saint Peter, MN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Minneapolis, MN so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Minneapolis, MN
This is one driving day of about 68.7 miles and 1h 28m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Minneapolis, MN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 34.3 mi from Minneapolis, MN · 44m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
34 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 68.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 34.3 miles from Minneapolis, MN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Saint Peter, MN
The final approach into Saint Peter, 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 Peter, 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
$9.83 one way
$19.65 round trip
$3.63/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $3.92 | $10.61 | $21.21 |
| premium | $4.39 | $11.88 | $23.76 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $15.26 | $30.53 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 24 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.6 | 0 | $7.21 | $3.30 |
| Efficient EV | 17.2 | 0 | $6.01 | $2.75 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.5 | 0 | $9.62 | $4.40 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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 Peter, MN
Morning in Saint Peter on Monday
Local time
10:51 AM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
39°F
Plymouth, MN
34 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
33 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
1h 28m 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 Minneapolis, MN to Saint Peter, MN covers 68.7 miles and takes about 1h 28m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are 3rd Avenue South, South 10th Street, I-35W South. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 34.3 miles from Minneapolis, MN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.83 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.
The drive from Minneapolis, MN to Saint Peter, MN is easy. At 1h 28m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Minneapolis, MN to Saint Peter, MN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Minneapolis, MN to Saint Peter, MN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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