Blaine, MN Road Trips
Blaine, MN serves as a quiet starting point in the Midwest, connecting drivers to 14 outbound routes across the area. Most drives stay under 91 miles, making this area well-suited for day trips and weekend getaways. Most routes from Blaine, MN head south, giving the route network a clear directional lean.
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Trip Routes
14
Longest Drive
152.9 mi
Cottonwood, MN
Quickest Drive
44m
Chanhassen, MN
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Blaine, MN to Chanhassen, MN
Driving from Blaine, MN
Expect an average of 91 miles and about 1h 55m behind the wheel when leaving Blaine, MN. The majority of routes are short drives — quick enough to finish before lunch and be back for dinner. The longest mapped route runs 153 miles (3h 17m), while the shortest is just 33 miles.
Popular Destinations
Top road trip destinations from Blaine, MN are Cottonwood, MN (152.9 mi, 3h 17m), Blue Earth, MN (151.7 mi, 2h 52m), Granite Falls, MN (137.5 mi, 2h 56m), Wells, MN (120.6 mi, 2h 32m), and Renville, MN (120.4 mi, 2h 32m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
Regular gas in MN currently averages around $3.57 per gallon. For the typical 91-mile trip from Blaine, MN, budget about $13 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
With an average drive under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility — leave whenever it suits you. The majority of destinations are to the south. Morning starts help you avoid the midday heat on longer drives.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 14 mapped routes leaving Blaine, MN and 0 routes heading into Blaine, MN, covering 14 total connections. Distances range from 33 to 153 miles.
The longest mapped route from Blaine, MN covers 153 miles and takes approximately 3h 17m. Shorter options start at just 33 miles.
The average route from Blaine, MN runs about 91 miles with a drive time of roughly 1h 55m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $3.57/gallon for regular), the average 91-mile trip from Blaine, MN costs roughly $13 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Blaine, MN include Cottonwood, MN, Blue Earth, MN, Granite Falls, MN and Wells, MN. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Blaine, MN by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
71,261
Median Income
$103,382
Median Home Value
$327,500
Median Age
37.3
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
Blaine, MN at a Glance
Founded
1877
Elevation
902 ft
Area
34 mi²
Notable People from Blaine, MN
A sampling of people born in Blaine, MN.
Brandon Bochenski
1982
American ice hockey player
Matt Hendricks
1981
American ice hockey player
Jonny Brodzinski
1993
American professional ice hockey player
Riley Tufte
1998
American ice hockey player (born 1998)
City data from Wikidata (Q881140), available under CC0. Photos from Wikimedia Commons under their respective licenses. See our methodology for details.
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