Origin
Saint Louis Park, MN
Evening in Saint Louis Park on Friday
Local time
6:23 PM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Saint Louis Park, MN to Saint Paul, MN
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
25m
Distance
16.3 mi
26 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 23m
★
6 AM
0h 25m
8 AM
0h 30m
10 AM
0h 27m
12 PM
0h 26m
3 PM
0h 27m
5 PM
0h 29m
8 PM
0h 24m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Saint Louis Park, MN
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Saint Paul, MN
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 16.3-mile drive between Saint Louis Park and Saint Paul, Minnesota, is easily manageable in about 25 minutes. It's primarily a highway-focused journey, with 79% of the route on major interstates like I-94 and I-394. Given its short distance and quick travel time, this trip is perfectly suited as a same-day excursion and doesn't require an overnight stay. Expect a fuel cost of around $2 for this short hop. Both your starting point and destination are within the Midwest region, making for a familiar drive through Minnesota.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 25m. Total distance: 16.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
25m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (79%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience for most of this 16.3-mile trip. You'll be navigating major interstates for a significant portion, making for a fast-paced drive. The longest continuous stretch on this route is 9.3 miles on I-94, offering a chance to settle into a rhythm. While the exact scenery isn't detailed, the character suggests a focus on efficient travel rather than scenic byways. This is a route built for getting from point A to point B with minimal fuss.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 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 9.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 94 and I 394. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 15 decision points packed into just 16.3 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 25m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
0.6 mi into trip
|
~1m in
Take the exit toward MN 100 North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward MN 100 North
8
5 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Take the exit toward I 94 East, I 94 West
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 8B
Toward I 94 East, I 94 West
8
5.2 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 94 East
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 8B
Toward I 94 East
8
14.9 mi into trip
|
~21m in
Take the exit toward 10th Street, 5th Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 241B
Toward 10th Street, 5th Street
7
16.2 mi into trip
|
~25m in
|
Wabasha Street North
Turn left onto Wabasha Street North
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
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 Louis Park, MN to Saint Paul, MN, road signs begin pointing toward Cr 5 along the way.
Cr 5
0.8 mi in
|
~1m
|
via MN 100
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 94 | 9.3 mi | 12m |
| I 394 | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| MN 100 | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Saint Peter Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| 10th Street West | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Minnesota State Highway 7 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Kellogg Boulevard West | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Wabasha Street North | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 94
— 9.3 mi, about 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saint Louis Park, MN and Saint Paul, MN.
1
Start on MN 100
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
·
MN 100
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
2
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Toward CR 25 East
Use the right lane.
3
Merge onto MN 7
472 ft
·
9 sec
·
Minnesota State Highway 7
4
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Toward MN 100 North
Use the right lane.
5
Merge onto MN 100
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
MN 100
Toward CR 5
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
1.1 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 394 East: Minneapolis
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Merge onto I 394
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
I 394
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
Exit 8B
Toward I 94 East, I 94 West
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Exit 8B
Toward I 94 East
Use the slight right lane.
10
Merge onto I 94; MN 55
9.3 mi
·
12 min
·
I 94; MN 55
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
43 sec
Exit 241B
Toward 10th Street, 5th Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
Toward 10th Street
13
Continue on 10th Street West
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
10th Street West
14
Turn right onto Saint Peter Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Saint Peter Street
15
At end of road, turn left onto Kellogg Boulevard West
394 ft
·
21 sec
·
Kellogg Boulevard West
Use the left / right lanes.
16
Turn left onto Wabasha Street North
214 ft
·
9 sec
·
Wabasha Street North
Use the left lane.
17
Arrive at destination
Wabasha Street North
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.43 one way
$4.85 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $2.61 | $5.23 |
| premium | $4.53 | $2.91 | $5.82 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.60 | $7.20 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.9 | 0 | $1.71 | $0.78 |
| Efficient EV | 4.1 | 0 | $1.43 | $0.65 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.5 | 0 | $2.28 | $1.04 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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
Evening in Saint Paul on Friday
Local time
6:23 PM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
25m 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 Louis Park, MN to Saint Paul, MN covers 16.3 miles and takes about 25m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 94, I 394, MN 100. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 8.1 miles from Saint Louis Park, MN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.43 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.
This is a short but busy drive. With 15 decision points packed into just 16.3 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 25m.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Saint Louis Park, MN to Saint Paul, MN, road signs begin pointing toward Cr 5 along the way.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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