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Trip from Blaine, MN to Mayer, MN

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

1h 6m

Distance

47.9 mi

77 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$7

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 16 min
4 AM
1h 1m ★
6 AM
1h 7m
8 AM
1h 17m
10 AM
1h 10m
12 PM
1h 9m
3 PM
1h 11m
5 PM
1h 17m
8 PM
1h 3m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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city in Anoka County, Minnesota, United States

Blaine, MN

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Downtown Mayer, MN, MN

Mayer, MN

cottonbro studio

Trip Overview

Blaine, MN to Mayer, MN is 47.9 miles and takes about 1 hour 6 minutes via Minnesota State Highway 7, with a fuel budget near $7 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, highway-focused drive that stays within the Midwest region, specifically within Minnesota. It's a short trip, perfect for a quick transition between communities or for a day trip without extensive travel time. You'll find it to be a practical journey with minimal fuss, allowing you to reach your destination efficiently.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Minnesota State Highway 7 18.7 mi 26m
MN 100 9.5 mi 11m
MN 7 8.4 mi 11m
Central Avenue Northeast 6.3 mi 9m
I 694 1.8 mi 2m
Captain Jeffrey Vollmer Memorial Highway 1.5 mi 2m
Ash Avenue North/Captain Jeffrey Vollmer Memorial Highway 0.3 mi <1m
1st Street Northeast <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: Minnesota State Highway 7 — 18.7 mi, about 26m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Blaine, MN and Mayer, MN.

1

Start on MN 65

26 ft · 8 sec · Central Avenue Northeast
2

Continue on MN 65

6.3 mi · 8 min · Central Avenue Northeast
Use the left lane.
3

Continue on MN 65

300 ft · 5 sec · Central Avenue Northeast
Use the left lane.
4

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min
Toward I 694 West Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5

Merge onto I 694

1.8 mi · 2 min · I 694
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min
Exit 35A Toward MN 100 Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7

Continue on MN 100

9.5 mi · 11 min · MN 100
Use the straight / right lanes.
8

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 31 sec
Toward MN 7 West Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Merge onto MN 7

19 mi · 26 min · Minnesota State Highway 7
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Enter roundabout onto MN 7

132 ft · 2 sec · MN 7
11

Continue on MN 7

5.8 mi · 7 min · MN 7
12

Enter roundabout onto MN 7

151 ft · 2 sec · MN 7
13

Continue on MN 7

2.5 mi · 3 min · MN 7
14

Enter roundabout onto MN 25

273 ft · 4 sec · Captain Jeffrey Vollmer Memorial Highway
15

Continue on MN 25

1.3 mi · 1 min · Captain Jeffrey Vollmer Memorial Highway
16

Enter roundabout onto MN 25

115 ft · 2 sec · Captain Jeffrey Vollmer Memorial Highway
17

Continue on MN 25

0.2 mi · 19 sec · Captain Jeffrey Vollmer Memorial Highway
18

Continue on MN 25

0.3 mi · 34 sec · Ash Avenue North/Captain Jeffrey Vollmer Memorial Highway
19

Turn left onto 1st Street Northeast

75 ft · 3 sec · 1st Street Northeast
20

Arrive at destination

1st Street Northeast

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Downtown Minnetonka Mills, MN, MN

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Minnetonka Mills, MN

24 mi into the route

Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset

This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.

Pacing Suggestions

Crystal, MN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Minnetonka Mills, MN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 23.9 miles from Blaine, MN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 11

5 decision points cluster between mile 6.3 and 19 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
6.3 mi into trip | ~9m in

Take the exit toward I 694 West

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 694 West
5
6.8 mi into trip | ~10m in | I 694

Merge onto I 694

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
8.7 mi into trip | ~12m in

Take the exit toward MN 100

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 35A Toward MN 100
6
18.8 mi into trip | ~25m in

Take the exit toward MN 7 West

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward MN 7 West
5
19 mi into trip | ~25m in | MN 7 / Minnesota State Highway 7

Merge onto MN 7 / Minnesota State Highway 7

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$7.13 one way

$14.26 round trip

$3.78/gal 25.4 MPG avg 17 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.07 $7.68 $15.36
premium $4.53 $8.55 $17.09
diesel $5.61 $10.58 $21.15

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$7

Estimated CO2 emission: 16.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 14.4 0 $5.03 $2.30
Efficient EV 12 0 $4.19 $1.92
EV Truck/SUV 19.2 0 $6.71 $3.07

Gas CO2

17 kg

EV CO2

6 kg (65% 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.

Forecast as of Apr 20, 2026

Origin

Blaine, MN

Late night in Blaine on Tuesday

Local time

5:26 AM

CDT

Current temp

28°F

Mostly Clear

NNE 0 to 5 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Fire Weather Watch

Fire Weather Watch issued April 19 at 9:07PM CDT until April 20 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Aberdeen SD

Fire Weather Watch

Fire Weather Watch issued April 19 at 8:55PM CDT until April 20 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Grand Forks ND

Destination

Mayer, MN

Late night in Mayer on Tuesday

Local time

5:26 AM

CDT

Current temp

28°F

Mostly Clear

ENE 0 to 5 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Fire Weather Watch

Fire Weather Watch issued April 19 at 9:07PM CDT until April 20 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Aberdeen SD

Fire Weather Watch

Fire Weather Watch issued April 19 at 8:55PM CDT until April 20 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Grand Forks ND

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

Very similar conditions

Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.

Road read

1h 6m on the road

The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

This trip is primarily a highway-focused drive, with 80% of the route utilizing major roads like Minnesota State Highway 7 and MN 100. You'll experience a smooth, consistent pace for most of the journey. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 18.7 miles on Minnesota State Highway 7, offering a solid period of steady driving. Expect a driving experience that balances efficient travel with the character of well-maintained state highways.

80% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 18.7 mi on Minnesota State Highway 7.

How Hard Is This Drive?

7/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Minnesota State Highway 7 and MN 100. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 6.3 miles in.

Driving Effort 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 47.9 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 6.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 6.8 miles (I 694): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 8.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 6m. Total distance: 47.9 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 6m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (80%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 18.7 miles on Minnesota State Highway 7. 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 Mayer, 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 6.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 6.8 miles (I 694): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 8.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Mayer, 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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