How far is Blaine, MN from Cormorant, MN?
The driving distance from Blaine, MN to Cormorant, MN is about 208.3 miles (335.2 km), with a travel time of about 03h 57m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 173.9 miles (279.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 55m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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Halfway Point
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City in Stearns County, Minnesota, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Blaine and Cormorant.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Blaine and Cormorant.
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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 right to continue on MN-610
12.8 mi · 15 min · MN-610
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Merge slight left onto I-94 W
12.6 mi · 13 min · I-94 W
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Keep slight left
149.7 mi · 2 hr 40 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 59 North, CH 88: Pelican Rapids, Detroit Lakes
16.7 mi · 19 min
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Exit the roundabout onto North Broadway
1.2 mi · 1 min · North Broadway
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Continue on Head Lake Road
4.7 mi · 5 min · Head Lake Road
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Turn left onto 215th Avenue
2278 ft · 1 min · 215th Avenue
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Continue on South Shore Drive
2.5 mi · 6 min · South Shore Drive
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Turn left onto South Pelican Drive
1 mi · 3 min · South Pelican Drive
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At the end of the road, turn right onto South Pelican Drive
3157 ft · 1 min · South Pelican Drive
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At the end of the road, turn right onto County Road 9
1.7 mi · 4 min · County Road 9
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Turn left onto County Highway 9
3072 ft · 1 min · County Highway 9
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Continue on County Highway 5
1.5 km · 2 min · County Highway 5
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · County Highway 5
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Blaine and Cormorant.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I-94 W
Keep slight left
150 mi · 02h 40m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Blaine and Chance Light Rain near Cormorant.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Blaine to Cormorant?
The road trip is about 208.3 miles (335.2 km) and usually takes 03h 57m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Sauk Centre is a useful midpoint, sitting about 104 miles from Blaine and 104.3 miles from Cormorant.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 173.9 miles (279.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 34.4 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:04 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $26.23 one way or $52.46 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 65.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Blaine and Chance Light Rain near Cormorant.
Stop Ideas Near Sauk Centre
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Blaine and Cormorant. Straight-line distance: 173.93 mi (279.91 km).
#1 Blaine
A city in Anoka County, Minnesota.
| Population | 66,697 |
| Coordinates | 45.1608000, -93.2349500 |
| Altitude | 276 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Cormorant
Township in Becker County, Minnesota
| Population | 1,113 |
| Coordinates | 46.7305100, -96.0656100 |
| Altitude | 417 |
| Country | United States |
End: Cormorant (-96.06561, 46.73051)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 335 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 56m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 12m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 09m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 28m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 58m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 35m |
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 | $26.23 | $52.46 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $28.82 | $57.64 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $32.28 | $64.56 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $35.75 | $71.50 |
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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