Ames to Saint Cloud, Minnesota: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Ames from Saint Cloud, Minnesota?

The distance from Ames to Saint Cloud, Minnesota is 245.1 miles (394.5 km) as the crow flies. Saint Cloud, Minnesota is located N of Ames. By car, the driving distance is approximately 306.4 miles, taking about 6h 10min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 0min. Both are located in United States — Ames in Iowa and Saint Cloud, Minnesota in Minnesota.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee.

Coordinates come from public place data for Ames and Saint Cloud, Minnesota. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.