How far is Blaine, MN from East Bethel, MN?
The driving distance from Blaine, MN to East Bethel, MN is about 12.6 miles (20.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 16m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 11.1 miles (17.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 32m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
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City in Anoka County, 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 East Bethel.
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Start on Central Avenue Northeast
10.9 mi · 13 min · Central Avenue Northeast
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Take the exit slight right
55 m · 5 sec
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Turn right onto Viking Boulevard Northeast
1.6 mi · 3 min · Viking Boulevard Northeast
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Viking Boulevard Northeast
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Blaine and East Bethel.
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.
Central Avenue Northeast
Start on Central Avenue Northeast
10.9 mi · 00h 13m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Mostly Sunny leaving Blaine and Mostly Sunny near East Bethel.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Blaine to East Bethel?
The road trip is about 12.6 miles (20.3 km) and usually takes 00h 16m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Ham Lake is a useful midpoint, sitting about 6.3 miles from Blaine and 6.3 miles from East Bethel.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 11.1 miles (17.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.5 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:58 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.57 one way or $3.14 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 3.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Blaine and Mostly Sunny near East Bethel.
Stop Ideas Near Ham Lake
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 Ham Lake.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Blaine and East Bethel. Straight-line distance: 11.07 mi (17.82 km).
#1 Blaine
A city in Anoka County, Minnesota.
| Population | 66,697 |
| Coordinates | 45.1608000, -93.2349500 |
| Altitude | 276 |
| Country | United States |
#2 East Bethel
City in Anoka County, Minnesota, United States
| Population | 12,102 |
| Coordinates | 45.3194100, -93.2024500 |
| Altitude | 277 |
| Country | United States |
End: East Bethel (-93.20245, 45.31941)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 20 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 25m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 12m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 10m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 09m |
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 | $1.57 | $3.14 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $1.73 | $3.45 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $1.93 | $3.86 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $2.14 | $4.28 |
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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