Origin
New Hope, MN
Morning in New Hope on Tuesday
Local time
7:16 AM
CDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from New Hope, MN to Saint Cloud, MN
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 10m
Distance
57.2 mi
92 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 5m
★
6 AM
1h 10m
8 AM
1h 21m
10 AM
1h 14m
12 PM
1h 13m
3 PM
1h 15m
5 PM
1h 21m
8 PM
1h 7m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
New Hope, MN
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Saint Cloud, MN
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Trip Overview
New Hope, MN to Saint Cloud, MN is 57.2 miles and takes about 1 hour 10 minutes via I-94 W, with a fuel budget near $9 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This straightforward drive stays within the Midwest region, specifically Minnesota, making it a convenient local trip. The route is primarily highway-focused, suggesting a quick and efficient journey. With only 57.2 miles and a short duration, this trip is ideal for a single-day excursion, allowing plenty of time for activities at your destination. Consider this route for its simplicity and speed, perfect for a quick getaway.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 94 | 30.6 mi | 33m |
| I-94 W | 17.1 mi | 18m |
| Roosevelt Road | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| US 169 | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| 9th Avenue South | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| 11th Avenue South | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| 49th Avenue North | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Boone Avenue North | 0.4 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 94
— 30.6 mi, about 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New Hope, MN and Saint Cloud, MN.
1
Start on 46th Avenue North
0.2 mi
·
45 sec
·
46th Avenue North
2
Turn right onto Boone Avenue North
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Boone Avenue North
3
Turn left onto 49th Avenue North
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
49th Avenue North
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward US 169 North
5
Merge onto US 169
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
US 169
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward I 94 West
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Merge onto I 94; I 694; US 52
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
I 94; I 694; US 52
8
Continue on I 94
17 mi
·
18 min
·
I-94 W
Exit 27
Toward I 94 West: Saint Cloud
Use the straight / left lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 94
29 mi
·
30 min
·
I 94
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Exit 171
Toward CR 7, CR 75: Saint Augusta, Saint Cloud
11
Keep slight right at fork
521 ft
·
12 sec
12
Turn straight onto CR 75
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Roosevelt Road
13
Turn right onto 22nd Street South
127 ft
·
7 sec
·
22nd Street South
14
Turn left onto 11th Avenue South
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
11th Avenue South
15
Turn right onto 15th Street South
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
·
15th Street South
16
At end of road, turn left onto 9th Avenue South
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
9th Avenue South
17
Continue on 10th Avenue South
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
·
10th Avenue South
18
Turn right onto 1st Street North
0.1 mi
·
29 sec
·
1st Street North
19
At end of road, turn left onto Courthouse Square
270 ft
·
11 sec
·
Courthouse Square
20
Arrive at destination
Courthouse Square
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 28.6 miles from New Hope, MN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 165 decision points cluster between mile 1.3 and 57.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
1.3 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
US 169
Merge onto US 169
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
3.8 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Take the exit toward I 94 West
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 94 West
6
51.7 mi into trip
|
~58m in
Take the exit toward CR 7, CR 75: Saint Augusta, Saint Cloud
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 171
Toward CR 7, CR 75: Saint Augusta, Saint Cloud
5
57 mi into trip
|
~1h 9m in
|
1st Street North
Turn right onto 1st Street North
Navigation decision point
6
57.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 9m in
|
Courthouse Square
At end of road, turn left onto Courthouse Square
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.51 one way
$17.02 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $9.17 | $18.34 |
| premium | $4.53 | $10.21 | $20.41 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.63 | $25.26 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 20 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.2 | 0 | $6.01 | $2.75 |
| Efficient EV | 14.3 | 0 | $5.01 | $2.29 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.9 | 0 | $8.01 | $3.66 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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 Cloud, MN
Morning in Saint Cloud on Tuesday
Local time
7:16 AM
CDT
Current temp
56°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
2 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
1h 10m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is overwhelmingly a highway-focused experience, with 88% of the journey on major interstates. You'll spend most of your time on I-94 W, which offers a consistent and fast-paced travel environment. The longest uninterrupted stretch spans 30.6 miles on I 94, meaning you'll have a significant period of cruising without needing to navigate complex turns or exits. While the route is predominantly highway, Roosevelt Road will eventually bring you into Saint Cloud. Expect a familiar interstate feel for the majority of your travel time.
88% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 30.6 mi on I 94.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 94 and I-94 W. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.3 miles in near US 169.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 57.2 miles you will encounter 16 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.3 miles (US 169): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 3.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 51.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between New Hope, MN and Saint Cloud, MN, road signs point toward Cr 7 and Cr 75: Saint Augusta.
Cr 7
51.7 mi in
|
~58m
Cr 75: Saint Augusta
51.7 mi in
|
~58m
About the Cities
Arriving in Saint Cloud, MN
Full guide →Founded 1856
Saint Cloud is a city in Central Minnesota with a population of 68,000 (2018). Although it may have few attractions to draw the tourist, it is a nexus of medical advances, particularly in orthopedics (St. Cloud Orthopedics Associates, for example). It is also a college town as it is home to St. Cloud State University and St Cloud Technical College. The College of St. Benedict and St. John's University are nearby.
Top landmarks
- • Michael Majerus House — House in St. Cloud, Minnesota, United States
- • Carter Block — building in St. Cloud, Minnesota, United States
- • First National Bank — historic bank building in St. Cloud, Minnesota, United States
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 10m. Total distance: 57.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 10m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (88%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 30.6 miles on I 94. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Saint Cloud, MN before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.3 miles (US 169): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 3.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 51.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Saint Cloud, MN before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner 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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