Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jun 3, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
44m
Distance
29.2 mi
47 km
Drive Score
5/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Kennedy, MN
Tom Fisk
Saint Vincent, MN
Tom Fisk
This short 29.2-mile drive from Kennedy, MN to Saint Vincent, MN is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 44 minutes to complete. You'll navigate primarily on Atlantic Avenue and State Highway 171, with a small portion on Pacific Avenue. With a modest fuel cost estimated at $4, this route is budget-friendly. The Midwest region provides the backdrop for this straightforward journey. Given its brief duration and minimal stops, it's a perfect option for a quick excursion or an add-on to a larger regional adventure.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Atlantic Avenue | 28 mi | 41m |
| State Highway 171 | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Pacific Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| 4th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Kennedy, MN and Saint Vincent, MN.
Start on 4th Street
Turn right onto US 75
Turn left onto MN 171
Turn left onto CR 29
Arrive at destination
3 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 28.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn right onto US 75 / Atlantic Avenue
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto MN 171 / State Highway 171
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto CR 29 / Pacific Avenue
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$4.79 one way
$9.59 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $5.13 | $10.25 |
| premium | $4.95 | $5.69 | $11.38 |
| diesel | $5.35 | $6.15 | $12.30 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.8 | 0 | $3.07 | $1.40 |
| Efficient EV | 7.3 | 0 | $2.56 | $1.17 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.7 | 0 | $4.09 | $1.87 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Kennedy on Wednesday
Local time
6:58 PM
CDT
Current temp
62°F
Cloudy
Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued May 30 at 12:08AM CDT until May 30 at 10:00PM CDT by NWS Duluth MN
Destination
Evening in Saint Vincent on Wednesday
Local time
6:58 PM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Cloudy
Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued May 30 at 12:08AM CDT until May 30 at 10:00PM CDT by NWS Duluth MN
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Expect a turn-heavy local drive on this 29.2-mile journey. Only about a third of the route is on highways, meaning you'll spend most of your time on local roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 28 miles on Atlantic Avenue, offering a brief period of steady travel before more turns. This drive is characterized by frequent changes in direction rather than long, straightaways, making it feel more engaging than a typical interstate cruise.
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. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 75 / Atlantic Avenue.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Kennedy, MN to Saint Vincent, MN is easy. At 44m with 3% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 75 / Atlantic Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 28 miles (MN 171 / State Highway 171): Navigation decision point; at 28.8 miles (CR 29 / Pacific Avenue): Navigation decision point.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
5 ft
Total Descent
38 ft
Highest Point
829 ft
~4.2 mi in
Elevation Range
35 ft
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 44m. Total distance: 29.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
44m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (3%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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