Origin
Saint Paul, MN
Afternoon in Saint Paul on Wednesday
Local time
4:40 PM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Saint Paul, MN to Cannon Falls, MN
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
43m
Distance
34 mi
55 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 40m
★
6 AM
0h 44m
8 AM
0h 51m
10 AM
0h 46m
12 PM
0h 46m
3 PM
0h 47m
5 PM
0h 51m
8 PM
0h 42m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Saint Paul, MN
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Cannon Falls, MN
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
The drive from Saint Paul, MN to Cannon Falls, MN covers 34 miles and takes about 43m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on 4th Street East, Cedar Street, Kellogg Boulevard East for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.06 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
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
17 miles from Saint Paul, MN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 21m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 43m drive with frequent turns across 34 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
4th Street East 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 Saint Paul, MN to Cannon Falls, MN is easy. At 43m 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 Saint Paul, MN to Cannon Falls, MN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 4th Street East | — | — |
| Cedar Street | — | — |
| Kellogg Boulevard East | — | — |
| Robert Street North | — | — |
| Plato Boulevard | — | — |
| West Lafayette Frontage Road | — | — |
| US 52 South | — | — |
| Lafayette Freeway | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
4th Street East
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saint Paul, MN and Cannon Falls, MN.
1
Start on Wabasha Street North
197 ft
·
11 sec
·
Wabasha Street North
2
Turn right onto 4th Street East
390 ft
·
17 sec
·
4th Street East
3
Turn right onto Cedar Street
364 ft
·
14 sec
·
Cedar Street
4
Turn left onto Kellogg Boulevard East
0.1 mi
·
31 sec
·
Kellogg Boulevard East
5
Turn right onto Robert Street North
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Robert Street North
6
Turn left onto Plato Boulevard
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
·
Plato Boulevard
7
Turn right onto West Lafayette Frontage Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
West Lafayette Frontage Road
8
Take the ramp straight toward US 52 South
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
US 52 South
9
Merge slight left onto Lafayette Freeway
12 mi
·
14 min
·
Lafayette Freeway
10
Keep slight right to continue on Rochester
19 mi
·
22 min
·
Rochester
11
Take the exit slight right toward MN 19: Cannon Falls, Northfield
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
MN 19: Cannon Falls, Northfield
12
Turn left onto The Colvill Memorial Highway
420 ft
·
9 sec
·
The Colvill Memorial Highway
13
Continue on West Main Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
West Main Street
14
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 17 miles from Saint Paul, MN, or about 21m 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 34 miles or 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 17 miles or 21m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 37m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cannon Falls, MN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Have your navigation ready before leaving Saint Paul, MN.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Saint Paul, MN
This is one driving day of about 34 miles and 43m.
At 34 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 17 mi from Saint Paul, MN · 21m into the drive
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 17 miles from Saint Paul, MN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Cannon Falls, MN
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Cannon Falls, MN if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.06 one way
$10.12 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $5.45 | $10.90 |
| premium | $4.53 | $6.07 | $12.13 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.51 | $15.01 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.2 | 0 | $3.57 | $1.63 |
| Efficient EV | 8.5 | 0 | $2.97 | $1.36 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.6 | 0 | $4.76 | $2.18 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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
Cannon Falls, MN
Afternoon in Cannon Falls on Wednesday
Local time
4:40 PM
CDT
Current temp
44°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
23 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
43m 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 Paul, MN to Cannon Falls, MN covers 34 miles and takes about 43m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are 4th Street East, Cedar Street, Kellogg Boulevard East. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 17 miles from Saint Paul, MN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.06 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 Saint Paul, MN to Cannon Falls, MN is easy. At 43m 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 Saint Paul, MN to Cannon Falls, MN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Saint Paul, MN to Cannon Falls, MN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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