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

97.8 miles 157.4 km · straight line
122.3 miles estimated 196.8 km · driving distance
2h 28min estimated drive time
$12 - $14 estimated fuel cost
~42min flight time · usually no direct flights
334° NNW bearing direction

How far is Faribault from Saint Cloud, Minnesota?

The distance from Faribault to Saint Cloud, Minnesota is 97.8 miles (157.4 km) as the crow flies. Saint Cloud, Minnesota is located NNW of Faribault. By car, the driving distance is approximately 122.3 miles, taking about 2h 28min. A direct flight would take roughly 42min. Both are located in United States.

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. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Faribault 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.

How to Get from Faribault to Saint Cloud, Minnesota

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 28min $12 - $14 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 58min $10–$18* Budget
Train ~2h 21min $15–$43* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Faribault & Saint Cloud, Minnesota

Quick Facts

Faribault
44.30°N, 93.27°W
America/Chicago
303m elevation
Saint Cloud, Minnesota
45.56°N, 94.16°W
America/Chicago
314m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 33 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 8 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 254.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients