How far is Blaine, MN from Brainerd, MN?
The driving distance from Blaine, MN to Brainerd, MN is about 120.5 miles (193.9 km), with a travel time of about 02h 26m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 94.9 miles (152.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 53m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Halfway Point
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City in Minnesota, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Blaine and Brainerd.
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Start on Central Avenue Northeast
8 m · 9 sec · Central Avenue Northeast
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Continue on Central Avenue Northeast
1.8 mi · 3 min · Central Avenue Northeast
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Take the exit slight right toward US 10 West
1673 ft · 43 sec
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Merge slight left
1.2 km · 50 sec
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Keep slight left
88.1 mi · 1 hr 46 min
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Keep slight right
27.4 mi · 32 min
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Turn right onto State Highway 210
1.6 km · 2 min · State Highway 210
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Continue on West Washington Street
1.2 mi · 3 min · West Washington Street
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Turn right onto South 6th Street
7 m · 1 sec · South 6th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South 6th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Blaine and Brainerd.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
US 10 West
Keep slight left
88.1 mi · 01h 46m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Blaine and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Brainerd.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Blaine to Brainerd?
The road trip is about 120.5 miles (193.9 km) and usually takes 02h 26m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Sauk Rapids is a useful midpoint, sitting about 60.2 miles from Blaine and 60.3 miles from Brainerd.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 94.9 miles (152.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 25.6 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:36 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.17 one way or $30.34 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 37.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Blaine and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Brainerd.
Stop Ideas Near Sauk Rapids
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Sauk Rapids.
St. Cloud
Staples
Saint Paul Union Depot
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Blaine and Brainerd. Straight-line distance: 94.92 mi (152.76 km).
#1 Blaine
A city in Anoka County, Minnesota.
| Population | 66,697 |
| Coordinates | 45.1608000, -93.2349500 |
| Altitude | 276 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Brainerd
City in Minnesota
| Population | 13,449 |
| Coordinates | 46.3580200, -94.2008300 |
| Altitude | 371 |
| Country | United States |
End: Brainerd (-94.20083, 46.35802)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 194 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 00m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 00m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 24m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 00m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 43m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 30m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.57 | $15.17 | $30.34 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $16.66 | $33.33 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $18.67 | $37.33 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $20.67 | $41.34 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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