Origin
Oakdale, MN
Late night in Oakdale on Tuesday
Local time
3:50 AM
CDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Oakdale, MN to Blaine, MN
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
31m
Distance
24.2 mi
39 km
Drive Score
5/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 29m
★
6 AM
0h 31m
8 AM
0h 37m
10 AM
0h 33m
12 PM
0h 33m
3 PM
0h 33m
5 PM
0h 36m
8 PM
0h 30m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Oakdale, MN
Tom Fisk
Blaine, MN
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Trip Overview
This 24.2-mile drive from Oakdale, MN, to Blaine, MN, is a quick trip, estimated to take just 31 minutes. As both locations are within the Midwest and Minnesota, you'll be staying within a familiar region. The route is primarily highway-focused, with 89% of the journey on major roads like I-694 and US-10. With a modest fuel cost of around $4, this trip is perfectly suited for a single day. You won't need to worry about overnight stays, making it a convenient option for a short hop within the state.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 694 | 14.5 mi | 18m |
| US 10 | 7 mi | 8m |
| Central Avenue Northeast | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| 10th Street North | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 694
— 14.5 mi, about 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Oakdale, MN and Blaine, MN.
1
Start on CH 10
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
10th Street North
2
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
Toward I 694 North
Use the right lane.
3
Merge onto I 694
11 mi
·
13 min
·
I 694
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Keep slight right at fork onto I 694
3.7 mi
·
4 min
·
I 694
Use the slight right lane.
5
Take the exit onto US 10
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
US 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight right at fork onto US 10
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
US 10
Toward I 35W North, US 10 West
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto US 10
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
US 10
Toward US 10 West
Use the slight right lane.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Toward MN 65: Central Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork
222 ft
·
6 sec
10
Turn right onto MN 65
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Central Avenue Northeast
Use the left lane.
11
Arrive at destination
MN 65
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 0.4 and 22.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.4 mi into trip
|
~0m in
Take the ramp toward I 694 North
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 694 North
6
11.4 mi into trip
|
~14m in
|
I 694
Keep slight right at fork onto I 694
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
8
17.9 mi into trip
|
~23m in
|
US 10
Keep slight right at fork onto US 10 toward I 35W North, US 10 West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Toward I 35W North, US 10 West
7
19.3 mi into trip
|
~24m in
|
US 10
Keep slight right at fork onto US 10 toward US 10 West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 10 West
6
22.1 mi into trip
|
~27m 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
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.60 one way
$7.20 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $3.88 | $7.76 |
| premium | $4.53 | $4.32 | $8.64 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.34 | $10.69 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.3 | 0 | $2.54 | $1.16 |
| Efficient EV | 6.1 | 0 | $2.12 | $0.97 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.7 | 0 | $3.39 | $1.55 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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
Late night in Blaine on Tuesday
Local time
3:50 AM
CDT
Current temp
59°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
17 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
31m 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 predominantly highway-focused experience on this 24.2-mile journey. Nearly all of the drive, 89%, utilizes major interstates and highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 14.5 miles along I-694, offering a consistent pace. The route progresses through a mix of major thoroughfares, including I-694, US-10, and Central Avenue Northeast, providing a straightforward driving experience with minimal detours or complex intersections.
89% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 14.5 mi on I 694.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 694 and US 10. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in.
Driving Effort
9/10
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 9 decision points packed into just 24.2 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 31m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 11.4 miles (I 694): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 17.9 miles (US 10): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 31m. Total distance: 24.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
31m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (89%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 14.5 miles on I 694. 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 0.4 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 11.4 miles (I 694): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 17.9 miles (US 10): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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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