Origin
Blaine, MN
Late night in Blaine on Sunday
Local time
3:00 AM
CDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Blaine, MN to Bayport, MN
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
38m
Distance
29.2 mi
47 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 35m
★
6 AM
0h 38m
8 AM
0h 44m
10 AM
0h 40m
12 PM
0h 40m
3 PM
0h 41m
5 PM
0h 44m
8 PM
0h 36m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Blaine, MN
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Bayport, MN
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
Blaine to Bayport is 29.2 miles and takes about 38 minutes via US 10, MN 36, and I-694, with a fuel budget near $4 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Minnesota, connecting two points in the Midwest region. The drive is primarily highway-focused, making it a quick and efficient journey. Given its short distance and duration, it’s a perfect option for a quick day trip or a straightforward commute, allowing for plenty of flexibility in your schedule. You'll be on well-maintained roads for the entire trip.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 10 | 10.6 mi | 12m |
| MN 36 | 8.1 mi | 10m |
| I 694 | 6.6 mi | 8m |
| Central Avenue Northeast | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| Saint Croix Trail North | 1 mi | 1m |
| 3rd Street North | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| 4th Street North | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 10
— 10.6 mi, about 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Blaine, MN and Bayport, MN.
1
Start on MN 65
26 ft
·
8 sec
·
Central Avenue Northeast
2
Continue on MN 65
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Central Avenue Northeast
Use the left lane.
3
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Toward US 10 East
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Merge onto US 10
4.1 mi
·
4 min
·
US 10
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
5
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.
6
Continue on US 10
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
US 10
7
Keep slight left at fork onto US 10
3.9 mi
·
4 min
·
US 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 694
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
I 694
9
Keep slight right at fork onto I 694
5.3 mi
·
6 min
·
I 694
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
44 sec
Exit 52B
Toward MN 36 East: Stillwater
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Merge onto MN 36
8.1 mi
·
10 min
·
MN 36
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
Toward MN 95: Stillwater, Bayport
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Turn right onto MN 95
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Saint Croix Trail North
Use the right lane.
14
Continue on MN 95
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
3rd Street North
15
Turn right onto 4th Street North
36 ft
·
1 sec
·
4th Street North
16
Arrive at destination
4th Street North
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 125 decision points cluster between mile 1.9 and 27.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
1.9 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the exit toward US 10 East
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward US 10 East
7
6.4 mi into trip
|
~8m 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
6
8.9 mi into trip
|
~11m in
|
US 10
Keep slight left at fork onto US 10
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
19.4 mi into trip
|
~23m in
Take the exit toward MN 36 East: Stillwater
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 52B
Toward MN 36 East: Stillwater
7
27.7 mi into trip
|
~35m in
Take the exit toward MN 95: Stillwater, Bayport
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward MN 95: Stillwater, Bayport
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.35 one way
$8.69 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $4.68 | $9.36 |
| premium | $4.53 | $5.21 | $10.42 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.45 | $12.89 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.8 | 0 | $3.07 | $1.40 |
| Efficient EV | 7.3 | 0 | $2.55 | $1.17 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.7 | 0 | $4.09 | $1.87 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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
Bayport, MN
Late night in Bayport on Sunday
Local time
3:00 AM
CDT
Current temp
67°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
1 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
38m 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 a highway-focused drive, with 86% of the journey taking place on major roadways. You'll experience a consistent pace, particularly during the longest stretch of 10.6 miles on US 10. The integration of I-694 and MN 36 means you'll navigate a mix of interstate speeds and potentially some busier highway sections. Expect a smooth, direct experience with minimal interruptions, characteristic of a well-trafficked Midwestern corridor. The road's personality is geared towards efficiency rather than scenic detours.
86% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 10.6 mi on US 10.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 10 and MN 36. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.9 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 12 decision points packed into just 29.2 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 38m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 6.4 miles (US 10): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 8.9 miles (US 10): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 38m. Total distance: 29.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
38m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (86%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 10.6 miles on US 10. 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 Bayport, 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 1.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 6.4 miles (US 10): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 8.9 miles (US 10): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Bayport, 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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