Origin
Cohasset, MN
Night in Cohasset on Friday
Local time
11:21 PM
CDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cohasset, MN to Blaine, MN
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Sep 12, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 33m
Distance
165.9 mi
267 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$27
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 21m
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6 AM
3h 34m
8 AM
3h 58m
10 AM
3h 42m
12 PM
3h 40m
3 PM
3h 43m
5 PM
3h 57m
8 PM
3h 26m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Cohasset, MN
Tom Fisk
Blaine, MN
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
Cohasset to Blaine is 165.9 miles and takes about 3 hours 33 minutes via State Highway 65, with a fuel budget near $26 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Minnesota, traversing the Midwest region. It's a straightforward drive that's mostly highway miles, making it a simple point-to-point journey. Consider this route if you're looking for an efficient way to get from one point to another without extensive planning.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
83 miles from Cohasset, MN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 50m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Highway 65 | 93.7 mi | 1h 55m |
| MN 65 | 46.1 mi | 57m |
| US 2 | 23 mi | 29m |
| County Road 433 | 1.2 mi | 4m |
| West Highway 210 | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| County Road 476 | 0.8 mi | 3m |
| Central Avenue Northeast | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
State Highway 65
— 93.7 mi, about 1h 55m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cohasset, MN and Blaine, MN.
1
Start on US 2
5.3 mi
·
9 min
·
US 2
2
Take the exit onto US 2
18 mi
·
20 min
·
US 2
3
Turn right onto County Road 476
0.8 mi
·
3 min
·
County Road 476
4
Turn left onto County Road 433
1.2 mi
·
4 min
·
County Road 433
5
Turn right onto MN 65
36 mi
·
45 min
·
MN 65
6
Turn left onto MN 210; MN 65
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
West Highway 210
7
Take the exit onto MN 65
94 mi
·
1 hr 55 min
·
State Highway 65
Use the right lane.
8
Keep slight right at fork onto MN 65
10 mi
·
12 min
·
MN 65
Use the left lane.
9
Turn left onto MN 65
103 ft
·
10 sec
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Central Avenue Northeast
10
Arrive at destination
MN 65
Trip Plan
Since this drive is under 4 hours, you can easily complete it in a single day. Leaving in the morning will give you plenty of daylight to arrive at your destination. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost estimated at $26, this route is budget-friendly and straightforward. Keep an eye out for the transition from State Highway 65 to US 2, as this is a key point where the road type might subtly change, though the highway share remains high.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 83 miles from Cohasset, MN, or about 1h 50m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 93.7 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 36 miles or 51m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 83 miles or 1h 50m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 56m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Blaine, MN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Cohasset, MN so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Cohasset, MN
This is one driving day of about 165.9 miles and 3h 33m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 36 miles from Cohasset, MN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on State Highway 65 for about 93.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
83 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 36 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 83 miles from Cohasset, MN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before State Highway 65 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 93.7 miles.
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 85 decision points cluster between mile 5.3 and 155.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
5.3 mi into trip
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~9m in
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US 2
Take the exit onto US 2
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
4
23.8 mi into trip
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~33m in
|
County Road 433
Turn left onto County Road 433
Navigation decision point
4
25 mi into trip
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~37m in
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MN 65
Turn right onto MN 65
Navigation decision point
5
61.9 mi into trip
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~1h 24m in
|
MN 65 / State Highway 65
Take the exit onto MN 65 / State Highway 65
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
155.7 mi into trip
|
~3h 20m in
|
MN 65
Keep slight right at fork onto MN 65
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$27.08 one way
$54.16 round trip
$4.15/gal
25.4 MPG avg
58 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $29.14 | $58.29 |
| premium | $4.95 | $32.35 | $64.70 |
| diesel | $5.97 | $38.97 | $77.95 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$27
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$52–$77
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 58 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-09-07.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 49.8 | 0 | $17.42 | $7.96 |
| Efficient EV | 41.5 | 0 | $14.52 | $6.64 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 66.4 | 0 | $23.23 | $10.62 |
Gas CO2
58 kg
EV CO2
19 kg (67% 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
Blaine, MN
Night in Blaine on Friday
Local time
11:21 PM
CDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
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
5 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
3h 33m 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?
You'll be on highways for 99% of this 165.9-mile trip. The longest stretch without a significant change in road type is 93.7 miles on State Highway 65. Expect to encounter a consistent flow of exits for much of the drive, typical of traveling on major state and US highways.
99% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
10 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 93.7 mi on State Highway 65.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Highway 65 and MN 65. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 5.3 miles in near US 2.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 3h 33m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 5.3 miles (US 2): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 23.8 miles (County Road 433): Navigation decision point; at 25 miles (MN 65): Navigation decision point.
About the Cities
Starting in Cohasset, MN
Full guide →Arriving in Blaine, MN
Full guide →Founded 1877
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 33m. Total distance: 165.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 33m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (99%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 93.7 miles on State Highway 65. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 5.3 miles (US 2): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 23.8 miles (County Road 433): Navigation decision point; at 25 miles (MN 65): Navigation decision point.
Possible but tiring. At 3.6 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.1 hours — manageable with a long break at Blaine, MN, but most travelers stay overnight.
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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