Cities Near Saint Paul
Cities near Saint Paul, Minnesota: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Woodbury, Minneapolis, Eagan. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Saint Paul, Minnesota is Woodbury, about 7 mi (11 km) away — roughly 23 min by road. Below, 10 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodbury | 7 mi / 11 km | 23 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Minneapolis | 9 mi / 14 km | 29 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Eagan | 10 mi / 17 km | 35 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Edina | 13 mi / 21 km | 44 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Coon Rapids | 15 mi / 25 km | 30 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Plymouth | 18 mi / 29 km | 35 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Lakeville | 22 mi / 35 km | 42 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Saint Cloud | 67 mi / 108 km | 2 hr 1 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Rochester | 71 mi / 114 km | 2 hr 7 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Eau Claire | 79 mi / 127 km | 1 hr 50 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
Day trips from Saint Paul
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Woodbury, Minneapolis, Eagan, Edina, Coon Rapids. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Saint Paul include Woodbury, Minneapolis, Eagan, Edina, Coon Rapids. The closest is Woodbury, about 7 miles (11 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.