Origin
Rock Creek, MN
Morning in Rock Creek on Wednesday
Local time
7:23 AM
CDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Rock Creek, MN to Saint Paul, MN
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
58m
Distance
61.1 mi
98 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 54m
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6 AM
0h 59m
8 AM
1h 8m
10 AM
1h 2m
12 PM
1h 1m
3 PM
1h 3m
5 PM
1h 8m
8 PM
0h 56m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Rock Creek, MN
Tom Fisk
Saint Paul, MN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Rock Creek, MN to Saint Paul, MN covers 61.1 miles and takes about 58m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Forest Boulevard, I 35 South, Saint Paul for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.09 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
30.6 miles from Rock Creek, MN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 29m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a 58m drive with frequent turns across 61.1 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.
Forest Boulevard 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 Rock Creek, MN to Saint Paul, MN is easy. At 58m 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 Rock Creek, MN to Saint Paul, MN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Forest Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 35 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Saint Paul | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| CR 96 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Centerville Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| County Road E | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 35E South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 10 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Forest Boulevard
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rock Creek, MN and Saint Paul, MN.
1
Start on 558 Street
482 ft
·
27 sec
·
558 Street
2
Turn left onto Forest Boulevard
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Forest Boulevard
3
Turn left
1.1 mi
·
1 min
4
Take the exit left toward I 35 South: Saint Paul, Minneapolis
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
I 35 South: Saint Paul, Minneapolis
5
Merge slight left
38 mi
·
40 min
6
Keep slight left to continue on Saint Paul
9.9 mi
·
10 min
·
Saint Paul
7
Take the exit slight right toward CR 96
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
CR 96
8
Turn right
492 ft
·
12 sec
9
Turn left onto Centerville Road
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Centerville Road
10
Turn left onto County Road E
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
County Road E
11
Take the ramp slight right toward I 35E South: Saint Paul
226 ft
·
5 sec
·
I 35E South: Saint Paul
12
Keep slight left to continue on I 35E South
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
I 35E South
13
Merge slight right
1.6 mi
·
2 min
14
Keep slight left to continue on I 35E South, US 10 East: St Paul
5.5 mi
·
6 min
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I 35E South, US 10 East: St Paul
15
Keep slight left to continue on US 10 East, I 94 East, US 52 South: 10th Street, Wacouta Street
0.1 mi
·
7 sec
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US 10 East, I 94 East, US 52 South: 10th Street, Wacouta Street
16
Take the exit slight right toward 10th Street, Wacouta Street
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
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10th Street, Wacouta Street
17
Keep slight right to continue on 10th Street
410 ft
·
10 sec
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10th Street
18
Continue on 10th Street East
0.2 mi
·
44 sec
·
10th Street East
19
Turn left onto Robert Street North
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Robert Street North
20
Turn right onto Kellogg Boulevard East
0.2 mi
·
45 sec
·
Kellogg Boulevard East
21
Turn right onto Wabasha Street North
164 ft
·
6 sec
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Wabasha Street North
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 30.6 miles from Rock Creek, MN, or about 29m 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 61.1 miles or 58m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 30.6 miles or 29m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 49m
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 Rock Creek, 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 Rock Creek, MN
This is one driving day of about 61.1 miles and 58m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Rock Creek, 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 30.6 mi from Rock Creek, MN · 29m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 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 61.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 30.6 miles from Rock Creek, MN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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
$9.09 one way
$18.19 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $9.80 | $19.60 |
| premium | $4.53 | $10.90 | $21.80 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.49 | $26.98 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.3 | 0 | $6.42 | $2.93 |
| Efficient EV | 15.3 | 0 | $5.35 | $2.44 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.4 | 0 | $8.55 | $3.91 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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 Paul, MN
Morning in Saint Paul on Wednesday
Local time
7:23 AM
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
2 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
58m 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 Rock Creek, MN to Saint Paul, MN covers 61.1 miles and takes about 58m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Forest Boulevard, I 35 South, Saint Paul. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 30.6 miles from Rock Creek, MN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.09 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 Rock Creek, MN to Saint Paul, MN is easy. At 58m 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 Rock Creek, MN to Saint Paul, MN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Rock Creek, MN to Saint Paul, MN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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