Origin
Stanchfield, MN
Morning in Stanchfield on Tuesday
Local time
8:27 AM
CDT
Current temp
37°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Stanchfield, MN to Saint Paul, 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
56.2 mi
90 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 5m
★
6 AM
1h 10m
8 AM
1h 22m
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.
Stanchfield, MN
Tom Fisk
Saint Paul, MN
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Trip Overview
Stanchfield to Saint Paul is 56.2 miles and takes about 1 hour 10 minutes via MN 65 and US 10, with a fuel budget near $8 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Minnesota, moving from the Midwest region to the same region. It's a straightforward highway-focused drive, ideal for a quick journey when you need to get from point A to point B efficiently. You'll spend most of your time on well-maintained roads, making it a simple and predictable trip.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MN 65 | 38 mi | 45m |
| US 10 | 10.7 mi | 12m |
| Voyageur Highway | 5.5 mi | 6m |
| 389th Avenue Northeast | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Robert Street North | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Kellogg Boulevard East | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| 10th Street East | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Wabasha Street North | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
MN 65
— 38 mi, about 45m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Stanchfield, MN and Saint Paul, MN.
1
Start on CR 3
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
389th Avenue Northeast
2
Turn left onto MN 65
26 mi
·
30 min
·
MN 65
Use the right lane.
3
Keep slight right at fork onto MN 65
12 mi
·
15 min
·
MN 65
Use the left lane.
4
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Toward US 10 East
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Merge onto US 10
4.1 mi
·
4 min
·
US 10
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
6
Take the exit onto US 10
0.6 mi
·
55 sec
·
US 10
Exit 28A
Toward US 10 East: Saint Paul
Use the slight right lane.
7
Continue on US 10
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
US 10
8
Keep slight left at fork onto US 10
3.9 mi
·
4 min
·
US 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork onto US 10
5.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Voyageur Highway
Exit 46
Toward US 10 East, I 35 South: St Paul
Use the slight right lane.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto US 10
0.1 mi
·
7 sec
·
US 10
Exit 107A
Toward US 10 East, I 94 East, US 52 South: 10th Street, Wacouta Street
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward 10th Street, Wacouta Street
12
Keep slight right at fork
409 ft
·
10 sec
Toward 10th Street
Use the slight right lane.
13
Continue on 10th Street East
0.2 mi
·
43 sec
·
10th Street East
14
Turn left onto Robert Street North
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Robert Street North
15
Turn right onto Kellogg Boulevard East
0.2 mi
·
44 sec
·
Kellogg Boulevard East
16
Turn right onto Wabasha Street North
162 ft
·
5 sec
·
Wabasha Street North
17
Arrive at destination
Wabasha Street North
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 28.1 miles from Stanchfield, 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 135 decision points cluster between mile 0.5 and 55.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.5 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
MN 65
Turn left onto MN 65
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
43 mi into trip
|
~52m in
|
US 10
Take the exit onto US 10 toward US 10 East: Saint Paul
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 28A
Toward US 10 East: Saint Paul
9
49.4 mi into trip
|
~59m in
|
US 10 / Voyageur Highway
Keep slight right at fork onto US 10 / Voyageur Highway toward US 10 East, I 35 South: St Paul
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 46
Toward US 10 East, I 35 South: St Paul
9
54.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 6m in
|
US 10
Keep slight left at fork onto US 10 toward US 10 East, I 94 East, US 52 South: 10th Street, Wacouta Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Exit 107A
Toward US 10 East, I 94 East, US 52 South: 10th...
8
55.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 7m in
Keep slight right at fork toward 10th Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward 10th Street
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.36 one way
$16.73 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $9.01 | $18.02 |
| premium | $4.53 | $10.03 | $20.05 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.41 | $24.82 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.7 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 | 16.9 | 0 | $5.90 | $2.70 |
| Efficient EV | 14.1 | 0 | $4.92 | $2.25 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.5 | 0 | $7.87 | $3.60 |
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 Paul, MN
Morning in Saint Paul on Tuesday
Local time
8:27 AM
CDT
Current temp
59°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
22 degrees warmer 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 route is predominantly highway, with an 87% highway share, making for a fast and direct journey. You'll encounter your longest uninterrupted stretch of 38 miles on MN 65, offering a consistent pace for a significant portion of the drive. The general feel is one of smooth, high-speed travel, allowing you to cover ground quickly without many distractions. Expect a straightforward driving experience primarily on major roadways.
87% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 38 mi on MN 65.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on MN 65 and US 10. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near MN 65.
Driving Effort
10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 56.2 miles you will encounter 13 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 0.5 miles (MN 65): Lane positioning matters here; at 43 miles (US 10): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 49.4 miles (US 10 / Voyageur Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 10m. Total distance: 56.2 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 (87%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 38 miles on MN 65. 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 Paul, 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 0.5 miles (MN 65): Lane positioning matters here; at 43 miles (US 10): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 49.4 miles (US 10 / Voyageur Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Saint Paul, 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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