Origin
Saint Cloud, MN
Late night in Saint Cloud on Tuesday
Local time
4:00 AM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Saint Cloud, MN to Hutchinson, 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 9m
Distance
51.3 mi
83 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 4m
★
6 AM
1h 10m
8 AM
1h 21m
10 AM
1h 14m
12 PM
1h 13m
3 PM
1h 14m
5 PM
1h 20m
8 PM
1h 7m
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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Hutchinson, MN
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
Saint Cloud, MN to Hutchinson, MN is 51.3 miles and takes about 1h 9m via MN-15 S, with a fuel budget near $8 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within the Midwest region, specifically in Minnesota, making it a convenient option for a quick getaway or a practical commute. Given its brief duration and the focused highway nature, you'll likely find it a straightforward drive. It's a good choice if you're looking for a simple, efficient journey between these two Minnesota locales without extensive planning.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MN-15 S | 47.4 mi | 1h |
| Main Street North | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| 3rd Street North | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| 2nd Street North | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| 16th Avenue North | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| 8th Avenue North | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| 4th Avenue Southwest | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Courthouse Square | <0.1 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 Hutchinson, 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
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Main Street North
10
Turn right onto 4th Avenue Southwest
129 ft
·
5 sec
·
4th Avenue Southwest
11
Arrive at destination
4th Avenue Southwest
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 25.6 miles from Saint Cloud, 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 75 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 49.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
8th Avenue North
Turn right onto 8th Avenue North
Navigation decision point
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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2nd Street North
Turn left onto 2nd Street North
Navigation decision point
4
0.6 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
16th Avenue North
Turn right onto 16th Avenue North
Navigation decision point
6
2.2 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
MN 15 / MN-15 S
Turn left onto MN 15 / MN-15 S
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
4
49.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 6m in
|
MN 15 / Main Street North
Enter roundabout onto MN 15 / Main Street North
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.63 one way
$15.27 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $8.23 | $16.45 |
| premium | $4.53 | $9.15 | $18.31 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.33 | $22.65 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.4 | 0 | $5.39 | $2.46 |
| Efficient EV | 12.8 | 0 | $4.49 | $2.05 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.5 | 0 | $7.18 | $3.28 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Hutchinson, MN
Late night in Hutchinson on Tuesday
Local time
4:00 AM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
56°F
Kingston, MN
26 mi in
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
1h 9m 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 heavily focused on highway travel, with 92% of the journey taking place on main roads like MN-15 S, Main Street North, and 3rd Street North. You'll experience a longest uninterrupted stretch of 47.4 miles on MN-15 S, indicating a good portion of consistent driving. The profile suggests a highway-focused experience, meaning you can expect relatively high speeds and efficient progress for most of the trip. It's less about winding backroads and more about covering ground effectively.
92% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 47.4 mi on MN-15 S.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on MN-15 S and Main Street North. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near 8th Avenue North.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Saint Cloud, MN to Hutchinson, MN is easy. At 1h 9m with 92% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (8th Avenue North): Navigation decision point; near the start (2nd Street North): Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles (16th Avenue North): Navigation decision point.
About the Cities
Starting 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 9m. Total distance: 51.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 9m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 47.4 miles on MN-15 S. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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: near the start (8th Avenue North): Navigation decision point; near the start (2nd Street North): Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles (16th Avenue North): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Hutchinson, 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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