Origin
Kingston, MN
Afternoon in Kingston on Sunday
Local time
1:59 PM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Kingston, MN to Blaine, MN
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 22m
Distance
64.9 mi
104 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 17m
★
6 AM
1h 23m
8 AM
1h 36m
10 AM
1h 27m
12 PM
1h 26m
3 PM
1h 28m
5 PM
1h 35m
8 PM
1h 19m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Kingston, MN
Tom Fisk
Blaine, MN
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Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel from Kingston to Blaine, expect a straightforward 62.6-mile trek across the Minnesota landscape. This drive typically takes about 1 hour and 13 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day trip that requires no overnight stops. You will navigate primarily via County Road 27, County Road 37 Northwest, and Highway 2, keeping your travel costs efficient with an estimated fuel budget of just $9. Because both locations sit within the Midwest, the transition between these two points is seamless and familiar. It is a practical, no-fuss connection that is best suited for those looking to reach their destination quickly without the need for extensive travel logistics.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| County Road 37 Northwest | 20.8 mi | 28m |
| I 94 | 18.3 mi | 19m |
| MN 610 | 12.9 mi | 14m |
| State Highway 25 | 3.5 mi | 5m |
| County Road 27 | 3.2 mi | 4m |
| Central Avenue Northeast | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| MN 55 | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| County Highway 2 | 1 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
County Road 37 Northwest
— 20.8 mi, about 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kingston, MN and Blaine, MN.
1
Start on 722nd Avenue
95 ft
·
4 sec
·
722nd Avenue
2
Turn right onto CR 27
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
County Road 27
3
Continue on CR 37
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
County Road 37 Northwest
4
Turn left onto County Highway 2
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
County Highway 2
5
Continue on CR 37
11 mi
·
15 min
·
County Road 37 Northwest
6
Turn right onto MN 55
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
MN 55
7
Turn left onto CR 8
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
·
Oak Avenue North
8
Turn right onto CR 37
8.7 mi
·
11 min
·
County Road 37 Northwest
Use the straight lane.
9
Turn left onto MN 25
3.5 mi
·
5 min
·
State Highway 25
Use the straight lane.
10
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
11
Merge onto I 94
18 mi
·
19 min
·
I 94
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit onto MN 610
13 mi
·
14 min
·
MN 610
Exit 212
Toward MN 610 East
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Merge onto US 10
0.9 mi
·
58 sec
·
US 10
14
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Toward MN 65: Central Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Turn left onto MN 65
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Central Avenue Northeast
Use the left lane.
16
Arrive at destination
MN 65
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
32 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 32.4 miles from Kingston, 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 115 decision points cluster between mile 17.6 and 62.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
17.6 mi into trip
|
~25m in
|
CR 37 / County Road 37 Northwest
Turn right onto CR 37 / County Road 37 Northwest
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
26.4 mi into trip
|
~37m in
|
MN 25 / State Highway 25
Turn left onto MN 25 / State Highway 25
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
48.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 3m in
|
MN 610
Take the exit onto MN 610 toward MN 610 East
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 212
Toward MN 610 East
6
62.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 19m in
Take the exit toward MN 65: Central Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward MN 65: Central Avenue
6
62.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 20m in
|
MN 65 / Central Avenue Northeast
Turn left onto MN 65 / Central Avenue Northeast
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.66 one way
$19.32 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $10.41 | $20.81 |
| premium | $4.53 | $11.58 | $23.16 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.33 | $28.66 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.5 | 0 | $6.81 | $3.12 |
| Efficient EV | 16.2 | 0 | $5.68 | $2.60 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26 | 0 | $9.09 | $4.15 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 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.
Destination
Blaine, MN
Afternoon in Blaine on Sunday
Local time
1:59 PM
CDT
Current temp
66°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
5 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 22m 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?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. Since this route features a 0% highway share, you will spend your entire time navigating local roads that demand more active attention from the driver. The experience is defined by the constant adjustments required on secondary routes, offering a more hands-on feeling behind the wheel compared to a high-speed freeway trek. Without any extended, uninterrupted stretches, you will stay engaged with the road layout from start to finish. This is a journey defined by its local character, so prepare for a slower, more rhythmic pace as you transition between rural and suburban settings.
58% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 20.8 mi on County Road 37 Northwest.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 17.6 miles in near CR 37 / County Road 37 Northwest.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 64.9 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 17.6 miles (CR 37 / County Road 37 Northwest): Lane positioning matters here; at 26.4 miles (MN 25 / State Highway 25): Lane positioning matters here; at 48.7 miles (MN 610): 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 22m. Total distance: 64.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 22m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (58%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 20.8 miles on County Road 37 Northwest. 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 Blaine, 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 17.6 miles (CR 37 / County Road 37 Northwest): Lane positioning matters here; at 26.4 miles (MN 25 / State Highway 25): Lane positioning matters here; at 48.7 miles (MN 610): 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 Blaine, 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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