Origin
Saint Cloud, MN
Evening in Saint Cloud on Wednesday
Local time
6:01 PM
CDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Saint Cloud, MN to Wabasha, MN
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
3h 15m
Distance
152 mi
245 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 4m
★
6 AM
3h 15m
8 AM
3h 39m
10 AM
3h 24m
12 PM
3h 21m
3 PM
3h 25m
5 PM
3h 38m
8 PM
3h 8m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Saint Cloud, MN
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Wabasha, MN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Saint Cloud, MN to Wabasha, MN covers 152 miles and takes about 3h 15m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 94, US 10, Route 61 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 52.3 miles on I 94. At current regular gas prices, budget about $22.62 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
76 miles from Saint Cloud, MN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 29m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 3h 15m highway drive covering 152 miles, with most of the trip on I 94 and US 10. The longest continuous stretch is about 52.3 miles on I 94.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 37 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 94 is the longest continuous segment at about 52.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 94 and US 10. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 57.9 miles in near I 694.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 152 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 57.9 miles (I 694): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 69.6 miles (US 10 / Voyageur Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 75.1 miles (US 10): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 20 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
57.9 mi into trip
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~1h 8m 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
69.6 mi into trip
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~1h 21m in
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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
75.1 mi into trip
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~1h 28m in
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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...
8
77.6 mi into trip
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~1h 31m in
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US 10; US 61
Take the exit onto US 10; US 61 toward US 10 East, US 61 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 244
Toward US 10 East, US 61 South
6
97.9 mi into trip
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~1h 58m in
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MN 316 / Red Wing Boulevard
Enter roundabout onto MN 316 / Red Wing Boulevard
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 94 | 52.3 mi | 57m |
| US 10 | 22.7 mi | 30m |
| Route 61 | 22.6 mi | 30m |
| Route 61/Route 63 | 14.8 mi | 19m |
| I 694 | 11.7 mi | 12m |
| Red Wing Boulevard | 6 mi | 8m |
| Voyageur Highway | 5.5 mi | 6m |
| Roosevelt Road | 3.9 mi | 6m |
Longest stretch:
I 94
— 52.3 mi, about 57m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saint Cloud, MN and Wabasha, MN.
1
Start on Courthouse Square
270 ft
·
13 sec
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Courthouse Square
2
Turn right onto 1st Street North
215 ft
·
14 sec
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1st Street North
3
Turn left onto 9th Avenue North
399 ft
·
13 sec
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9th Avenue North
4
Turn right onto West Saint Germain Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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West Saint Germain Street
5
Turn left onto Washington Memorial Drive
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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Washington Memorial Drive
6
Turn left onto CR 75
3.9 mi
·
6 min
·
Roosevelt Road
7
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
8
Merge onto I 94
52 mi
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57 min
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I 94
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 694
12 mi
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12 min
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I 694
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
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.
11
Keep slight left at fork onto US 10
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
US 10
Exit 107A
Toward US 10 East, I 94 East, US 52 South: 10th Street, Wacouta Street
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
12
Take the exit onto US 10; US 61
20 mi
·
26 min
·
US 10; US 61
Exit 244
Toward US 10 East, US 61 South
Use the slight right lane.
13
Turn left onto MN 316
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
Red Wing Boulevard
14
Enter roundabout onto MN 316
62 ft
·
1 sec
·
Red Wing Boulevard
15
Continue on MN 316
0.4 mi
·
32 sec
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Red Wing Boulevard
16
Enter roundabout onto MN 316
71 ft
·
0 sec
·
Red Wing Boulevard
17
Continue on MN 316
0.5 mi
·
43 sec
·
Red Wing Boulevard
18
Enter roundabout onto MN 316
76 ft
·
1 sec
·
Red Wing Boulevard
19
Continue on MN 316
4.9 mi
·
7 min
·
Red Wing Boulevard
20
Continue on MN 316
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Polk Avenue
21
Continue on MN 316
2.0 mi
·
2 min
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Highway 316 Boulevard
22
Enter roundabout onto US 61
247 ft
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3 sec
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Route 61
23
Continue on US 61
5.6 mi
·
6 min
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Route 61
Use the straight lane.
24
Keep slight right at fork onto US 61
6.1 mi
·
8 min
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Route 61
Use the straight lane.
25
Continue on US 61
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Main Street
Use the straight lane.
26
Continue on US 61; US 63
15 mi
·
19 min
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Route 61/Route 63
Use the straight lane.
27
Continue on US 61; US 63
2.8 mi
·
5 min
·
North Lakeshore Drive
28
Continue on US 61
9.5 mi
·
13 min
·
Route 61
29
Continue on US 61
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
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2nd Street
30
Continue on US 61
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Route 61
31
Turn left onto CR 59
1.4 mi
·
2 min
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5th Grant Boulevard West
Use the left lane.
32
Continue on CR 59
0.3 mi
·
25 sec
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Grant Boulevard West
33
Continue on CR 59
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
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4th Grant Boulevard West
34
Turn left onto Bridge Avenue
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
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Bridge Avenue
35
Turn right onto Main Street West
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
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Main Street West
36
Turn right onto Alleghany Avenue
77 ft
·
3 sec
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Alleghany Avenue
37
Arrive at destination
Alleghany Avenue
Trip Plan
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 76 miles from Saint Cloud, MN, or about 1h 29m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 52.3 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 33 miles or 41m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 76 miles or 1h 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 2h 35m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Wabasha, MN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Saint Cloud, 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 Saint Cloud, MN
This is one driving day of about 152 miles and 3h 15m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 33 miles from Saint Cloud, 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 I 94 for about 52.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 76 mi from Saint Cloud, MN · 1h 29m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
76 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 33 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 76 miles from Saint Cloud, MN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Wabasha, MN
The final approach into Wabasha, 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 Wabasha, 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
$22.62 one way
$45.24 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
53 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $24.37 | $48.75 |
| premium | $4.53 | $27.12 | $54.24 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $33.56 | $67.12 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 53.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 45.6 | 0 | $15.96 | $7.30 |
| Efficient EV | 38 | 0 | $13.30 | $6.08 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 60.8 | 0 | $21.28 | $9.73 |
Gas CO2
53 kg
EV CO2
18 kg (66% 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
Wabasha, MN
Evening in Wabasha on Wednesday
Local time
6:01 PM
CDT
Current temp
68°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
25 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
3h 15m 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 Saint Cloud, MN to Wabasha, MN covers 152 miles and takes about 3h 15m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 94, US 10, Route 61. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 76 miles from Saint Cloud, MN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $22.62 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 152 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 57.9 miles (I 694): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 69.6 miles (US 10 / Voyageur Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 75.1 miles (US 10): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Saint Cloud, MN to Wabasha, MN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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