How far is Blaine, MN from Chaska, MN?

The driving distance from Blaine, MN to Chaska, MN is about 39.1 miles (63 km), with a travel time of about 00h 52m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 31.3 miles (50.4 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 44m 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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Quick Snapshot
Road
39.13 mi
00h 52m
Flight
31.32 mi
50.4 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
31.32 mi
Kilometers
50.4 km
Flight Time
00h 03m

Driving Distance

Road route
39.13 mi
Kilometers
62.97 km
Drive Time
00h 52m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 00h 52m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Chaska
Fri, Apr 24, 5:45 AM CDT
Return by in Blaine
Fri, Apr 24, 6:38 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Blaine
2026-04-24T04:53
Arrive Chaska
Fri, Apr 24, 5:45 AM CDT
Route Timing
00h 52m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
8:52 AM to 10:52 AM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
4:46 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Blaine
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Saint Louis Park
MN

The most populous city in Hennepin County, Minnesota.

From Blaine
19.6 mi
00h 26m
To Chaska
19.6 mi
00h 26m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
59°F
Friday

Slight Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Fri, Apr 24 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
15 mph W
Destination
59°F
Friday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Fri, Apr 24 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
15 mph W

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Blaine and Chaska.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Blaine and Chaska.

  1. 1

    Start on Central Avenue Northeast

    8 m · 9 sec · Central Avenue Northeast

  2. 2

    Continue on Central Avenue Northeast

    6.3 mi · 9 min · Central Avenue Northeast

  3. 3

    Continue on Central Avenue Northeast

    91 m · 5 sec · Central Avenue Northeast

  4. 4

    Take the exit slight right toward I 694 West

    2521 ft · 1 min

  5. 5

    Merge slight left

    1.8 mi · 2 min

  6. 6

    Take the exit slight right toward MN 100

    3218 ft · 1 min

  7. 7

    Continue straight

    13 mi · 16 min

  8. 8

    Take the exit slight right toward MN 62 West

    2471 ft · 1 min

  9. 9

    Merge slight left onto Crosstown Highway

    1.7 mi · 2 min · Crosstown Highway

  10. 10

    Take the exit slight left toward US 212

    4.6 mi · 6 min

  11. 11

    Keep slight left

    7.9 mi · 9 min

  12. 12

    Take the exit slight right toward MN 41: Chestnut Street

    1475 ft · 38 sec

  13. 13

    Turn left onto North Chestnut Street

    1.2 km · 1 min · North Chestnut Street

  14. 14

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward North Chestnut Street

    49 m · 3 sec · North Chestnut Street

  15. 15

    Exit the roundabout onto North Chestnut Street

    1.1 mi · 2 min · North Chestnut Street

  16. 16

    Turn right onto West 6th Street

    16 m · 2 sec · West 6th Street

  17. 17

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · West 6th Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Blaine and Chaska.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Turn-heavy local drive

The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.

Directions
17 steps
4 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
9
2 merges, 7 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
43.5 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
MN 100
13.6 mi · 35%
US 212
12.5 mi · 32%
Central Avenue Northeast
6.35 mi · 16%
I 694 West
2.31 mi · 6%
North Chestnut Street
1.88 mi · 5%
Crosstown Highway
1.67 mi · 4%
Longest Stretch

MN 100

Continue straight

13 mi · 00h 16m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
00h 52m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
01h 44m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+7.8 mi
31.3 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Saint Louis Park
00h 26m from Blaine
Leave By
4:46 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Blaine and Mostly Sunny near Chaska.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Blaine to Chaska?

The road trip is about 39.1 miles (63 km) and usually takes 00h 52m 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?

Saint Louis Park is a useful midpoint, sitting about 19.6 miles from Blaine and 19.6 miles from Chaska.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 31.3 miles (50.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.8 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 4:46 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.93 one way or $9.85 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12.3 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers around Blaine and Mostly Sunny near Chaska.

Stop Ideas Near Saint Louis Park

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Saint Louis Park and the surrounding midpoint area.
Minneapolis City Hall
Scenic stop 5.1 mi away

Minneapolis City Hall

Minneapolis , MN
350 S 5th St, Minneapolis, MN 55415
Rating 4.3/5 28 reviews City Hall,Tourist attraction
City of Bloomington
Meeting point 7.8 mi away

City of Bloomington

Bloomington , MN
1800 W Old Shakopee Rd, Bloomington, MN 55431
Rating 3.6/5 25 reviews City Hall,City government office
Mall of America®
Nearby stop 7.6 mi away

Mall of America®

Bloomington , MN
60 E Broadway, Bloomington, MN 55425, United States
Rating 4.6/5 44,911 reviews Shopping mall

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Saint Louis Park.

RAIL

Saint Paul Union Depot

13 mi away
Midway Station
RAIL

Red Wing station

77 mi away
420 Levee Street
RAIL

St. Cloud

93 mi away
555 East St. Germain Street
BUS

Menomonie, WI

112 mi away
302 10th Avenue East

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Blaine and Chaska. Straight-line distance: 31.32 mi (50.4 km).

Blaine

#1 Blaine

A city in Anoka County, Minnesota.

Population66,697
Coordinates45.1608000, -93.2349500
Altitude276
CountryUnited States
Chaska

#2 Chaska

City in Minnesota

Population27,272
Coordinates44.7894100, -93.6021800
Altitude223
CountryUnited States
Start: Blaine (-93.23495, 45.1608)
End: Chaska (-93.60218, 44.78941)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 63 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 18m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 58m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 46m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 39m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 33m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 29m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.38 gal
5.23 L · about $4.93
Round trip
$9.85
2.76 gal · 10.46 L
Estimated CO2
12.3 kg one way
Round trip: 24.5 kg / 54 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.57 $4.93 $9.85
Mid-grade $3.92 $5.41 $10.82
Premium $4.39 $6.06 $12.12
Diesel $4.86 $6.71 $13.42

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Minnesota · Apr 24, 2026

There is no time difference between Blaine and Chaska. The current time is 04:53:48.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.