Origin
Saint Paul, MN
Morning in Saint Paul on Sunday
Local time
11:33 AM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Saint Paul, MN to Elko New Market, MN
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
41m
Distance
32.4 mi
52 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 38m
★
6 AM
0h 41m
8 AM
0h 48m
10 AM
0h 44m
12 PM
0h 43m
3 PM
0h 44m
5 PM
0h 48m
8 PM
0h 39m
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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Elko New Market, MN
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
Saint Paul, MN to Elko New Market, MN is 32.4 miles and takes about 41m via I 35E, with a fuel budget near $5 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This quick trip stays entirely within Minnesota, connecting two points in the Midwest region. It's a straightforward drive, mostly on a major highway, making it ideal for a short, purposeful journey without much fuss. Consider this route if you need to get from the Twin Cities metro area south towards the suburbs efficiently.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 35E | 26 mi | 29m |
| Shepard Road | 3.1 mi | 5m |
| 260th Street East | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| France Avenue | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Exchange Street South | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Eagle Parkway | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| 4th Street West | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 35E
— 26 mi, about 29m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saint Paul, MN and Elko New Market, MN.
1
Start on Wabasha Street North
198 ft
·
14 sec
·
Wabasha Street North
2
Turn left onto 4th Street West
0.1 mi
·
35 sec
·
4th Street West
3
Turn left onto Market Street
264 ft
·
12 sec
·
Market Street
4
Turn right onto Kellogg Boulevard West
261 ft
·
8 sec
·
Kellogg Boulevard West
5
Turn slight left onto Exchange Street South
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
·
Exchange Street South
6
Turn left onto Eagle Parkway
0.2 mi
·
43 sec
·
Eagle Parkway
7
Turn right onto CH 37
3.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Shepard Road
Use the right lane.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
Toward I 35E South
Use the left lane.
9
Merge onto I 35E
26 mi
·
29 min
·
I 35E
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Exit 76
Toward CR 2: Elko, New Market
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Turn right onto CR 2
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
260th Street East
12
Turn left onto France Avenue
0.6 mi
·
50 sec
·
France Avenue
Use the left lane.
13
Continue on Main Street
479 ft
·
20 sec
·
Main Street
14
Arrive at destination
Main Street
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 30.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
4th Street West
Turn left onto 4th Street West
Navigation decision point
5
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Market Street
Turn left onto Market Street
Navigation decision point
6
0.7 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
CH 37 / Shepard Road
Turn right onto CH 37 / Shepard Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
3.8 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Take the exit toward I 35E South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 35E South
8
30.1 mi into trip
|
~37m in
Take the exit toward CR 2: Elko, New Market
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 76
Toward CR 2: Elko, New Market
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.82 one way
$9.64 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $5.20 | $10.39 |
| premium | $4.53 | $5.78 | $11.56 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.15 | $14.31 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.7 | 0 | $3.40 | $1.56 |
| Efficient EV | 8.1 | 0 | $2.83 | $1.30 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13 | 0 | $4.54 | $2.07 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
Elko New Market, MN
Morning in Elko New Market on Sunday
Local time
11:33 AM
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
41m 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 primarily a highway-focused experience, with 81% of the journey utilizing major roadways like I 35E. You'll encounter stretches of open road, including a continuous 26-mile segment on I 35E, which allows for consistent speed. While the main portion is interstate, the route also incorporates local roads such as Shepard Road and 260th Street East, offering a brief change of pace. Expect a driving experience that is largely efficient and direct, minimizing complex navigation.
81% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 26 mi on I 35E.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 35E and Shepard Road. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near 4th Street West.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 32.4 miles you will encounter 9 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: near the start (4th Street West): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Market Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles (CH 37 / Shepard Road): Lane positioning matters here.
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 Saint Paul, MN and Elko New Market, MN, road signs point toward Cr 2: Elko and New Market.
Cr 2: Elko
30.1 mi in
|
~37m
New Market
30.1 mi in
|
~37m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 41m. Total distance: 32.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
41m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (81%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 26 miles on I 35E. 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 (4th Street West): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Market Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles (CH 37 / Shepard Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Elko New Market, 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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