Origin
Saint Cloud, MN
Evening in Saint Cloud on Thursday
Local time
6:26 PM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Saint Cloud, MN to Wells, MN
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
3h 22m
Distance
155.5 mi
250 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
EV Charging
Excellent
22 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 11m
★
6 AM
3h 23m
8 AM
3h 47m
10 AM
3h 31m
12 PM
3h 29m
3 PM
3h 33m
5 PM
3h 46m
8 PM
3h 16m
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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Wells, MN
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
The drive from Saint Cloud, MN to Wells, MN covers 155.5 miles and takes about 3h 22m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on MN-15 S, State Highway 15, State Highway 22 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 47.4 miles on MN-15 S. At current regular gas prices, budget about $23.14 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
77.7 miles from Saint Cloud, MN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 44m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 22m. Total distance: 155.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 22m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (97%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 3h 22m highway drive covering 155.5 miles, with most of the trip on MN-15 S and State Highway 15. The longest continuous stretch is about 47.4 miles on MN-15 S.
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.
MN-15 S is the longest continuous segment at about 47.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on MN-15 S and State Highway 15. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 2.2 miles in near MN 15 / MN-15 S.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 3h 22m drive. You will face about 20 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.2 miles (MN 15 / MN-15 S): Lane positioning matters here; at 91.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 91.8 miles (US 14; CR 21 / US Highway 14): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 20 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
2.2 mi into trip
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~5m in
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MN 15 / MN-15 S
Turn left onto MN 15 / MN-15 S
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
91.4 mi into trip
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~2h 2m in
Take the exit toward US 14 South, CSAH 21
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 14 South, CSAH 21
5
91.8 mi into trip
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~2h 2m in
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US 14; CR 21 / US Highway 14
Enter roundabout onto US 14; CR 21 / US Highway 14
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
121.1 mi into trip
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~2h 37m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
121.4 mi into trip
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~2h 37m in
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MN 22 / State Highway 22
Enter roundabout onto MN 22 / State Highway 22
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Saint Cloud, MN to Wells, MN, road signs begin pointing toward Csah 21 along the way.
Csah 21
91.4 mi in
|
~2h 2m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MN-15 S | 47.4 mi | 1h |
| State Highway 15 | 39.7 mi | 51m |
| State Highway 22 | 34.1 mi | 44m |
| US Highway 14 | 29.1 mi | 33m |
| Main Street North | 2 mi | 4m |
| 3rd Street North | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| 2nd Street North | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| 2nd Avenue Northwest | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
MN-15 S
— 47.4 mi, about 1h
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saint Cloud, MN and Wells, MN.
1
Start on Courthouse Square
7 ft
·
2 sec
·
Courthouse Square
2
Turn right onto 8th Avenue North
253 ft
·
16 sec
·
8th Avenue North
3
Turn left onto 2nd Street North
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
2nd Street North
4
Turn right onto 16th Avenue North
407 ft
·
16 sec
·
16th Avenue North
5
Turn left onto 3rd Street North
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
3rd Street North
6
Turn left onto MN 15
47 mi
·
1 hr
·
MN-15 S
Use the straight lane.
7
Continue on MN 15
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
Main Street North
8
Enter roundabout onto MN 15
102 ft
·
1 sec
·
Main Street North
9
Continue on MN 15
1.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Main Street North
10
Continue on MN 15
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
State Highway 15
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Enter roundabout onto MN 15
116 ft
·
4 sec
·
State Highway 15
12
Continue on MN 15
38 mi
·
48 min
·
State Highway 15
Use the straight / left lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
Toward US 14 South, CSAH 21
14
Enter roundabout onto US 14; CR 21
376 ft
·
5 sec
·
US Highway 14
15
Continue on US 14; CR 21
60 ft
·
0 sec
·
US Highway 14
16
Enter roundabout onto US 14; CR 21
210 ft
·
3 sec
·
US Highway 14
17
Continue on US 14; CR 21
29 mi
·
33 min
·
US Highway 14
Use the straight lane.
18
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
19
Keep slight right at fork
477 ft
·
11 sec
20
Turn straight onto MN 22
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
State Highway 22
21
Enter roundabout onto MN 22
118 ft
·
6 sec
·
State Highway 22
22
Continue on MN 22
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
State Highway 22
23
Enter roundabout onto MN 22
109 ft
·
6 sec
·
State Highway 22
24
Continue on MN 22
4.1 mi
·
5 min
·
State Highway 22
Use the left / straight lanes.
25
Enter roundabout onto MN 22
106 ft
·
4 sec
·
State Highway 22
26
Continue on MN 22
30 mi
·
38 min
·
State Highway 22
27
Turn right onto MN 22; MN 109
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
2nd Avenue Northwest
28
Turn right onto MN 109
120 ft
·
3 sec
·
1st Street Northwest
29
Arrive at destination
MN 109
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 77.7 miles from Saint Cloud, MN, or about 1h 44m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 47.4 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 34 miles or 45m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 77.7 miles or 1h 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 2h 46m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Wells, 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 155.5 miles and 3h 22m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 34 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 MN-15 S for about 47.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 77.7 mi from Saint Cloud, MN · 1h 44m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
78 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 34 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 77.7 miles from Saint Cloud, MN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Wells, MN
The final approach into Wells, 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 Wells, 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
$23.14 one way
$46.28 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
54 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $24.94 | $49.87 |
| premium | $4.53 | $27.75 | $55.49 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $34.33 | $68.66 |
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: 54.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
22 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent
Tenvoorde Ford
St. Cloud, MN
FORD_CHARGE
4 DCFC
Stearns History Museum
St. Cloud, MN
Blink Network
4 DCFC
St. Cloud Hyundai
Waite Park, MN
Blink Network
4 DCFC
CircleK - St Cloud
St. Cloud, MN
CIRCLE_K
4 DCFC
Chuck Spaeth Ford
New Ulm, MN
FORD_CHARGE
4 DCFC
Gilleland Chevrolet Cadillac
St. Cloud, MN
EV Connect
3 DCFC
Snell Indoor Auto Center
Mankato, MN
EV Connect
3 DCFC
City Of Saint Cloud
St. Cloud, MN
ZEFNET
2 DCFC
Blink Network: 6
ZEFNET: 4
EV Connect: 4
FORD_CHARGE: 3
ChargePoint Network: 3
CIRCLE_K: 1
RED_E: 1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 46.7 | 0 | $16.33 | $7.46 |
| Efficient EV | 38.9 | 0 | $13.61 | $6.22 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 62.2 | 0 | $21.77 | $9.95 |
Gas CO2
54 kg
EV CO2
18 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
Wells, MN
Evening in Wells on Thursday
Local time
6:26 PM
CDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
45°F
Gaylord, MN
78 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
2 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 22m 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 Wells, MN covers 155.5 miles and takes about 3h 22m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are MN-15 S, State Highway 15, State Highway 22. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 77.7 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 $23.14 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 straightforward 3h 22m drive. You will face about 20 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.2 miles (MN 15 / MN-15 S): Lane positioning matters here; at 91.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 91.8 miles (US 14; CR 21 / US Highway 14): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
On the drive from Saint Cloud, MN to Wells, MN, road signs begin pointing toward Csah 21 along the way.
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