How far is Blaine, MN from Elko New Market, MN?
The driving distance from Blaine, MN to Elko New Market, MN is about 48.5 miles (78 km), with a travel time of about 01h 00m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 41.4 miles (66.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 00m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 00m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
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City in Hennepin 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 Elko New Market.
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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
1.9 mi · 3 min · Central Avenue Northeast
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Take the exit slight right toward US 10 East
1827 ft · 45 sec
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Merge slight left
43.9 mi · 53 min
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Take the exit slight right toward CR 2: Elko, New Market
1344 ft · 33 sec
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Turn right onto 260th Street East
1.4 mi · 2 min · 260th Street East
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Turn left onto France Avenue
3111 ft · 50 sec · France Avenue
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Continue on Main Street
146 m · 21 sec · Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Street
Car Route Details
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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 East
Merge slight left
43.9 mi · 00h 53m
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.
Chance Rain And Snow Showers leaving Blaine and Slight Chance Snow Showers near Elko New Market.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Blaine to Elko New Market?
The road trip is about 48.5 miles (78 km) and usually takes 01h 00m 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?
Richfield is a useful midpoint, sitting about 24.2 miles from Blaine and 24.2 miles from Elko New Market.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 41.4 miles (66.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.1 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 4:30 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.10 one way or $12.21 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 15.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain And Snow Showers around Blaine and Slight Chance Snow Showers near Elko New Market.
Stop Ideas Near Richfield
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Blaine and Elko New Market. Straight-line distance: 41.43 mi (66.68 km).
#1 Blaine
A city in Anoka County, Minnesota.
| Population | 66,697 |
| Coordinates | 45.1608000, -93.2349500 |
| Altitude | 276 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Elko New Market
Human settlement in Scott County, Minnesota, United States of America
| Population | 4,733 |
| Coordinates | 44.5647200, -93.3269400 |
| Altitude | 348 |
| Country | United States |
End: Elko New Market (-93.32694, 44.56472)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 78 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 36m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 12m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 58m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 48m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 36m |
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 | $6.10 | $12.21 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $6.70 | $13.41 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $7.51 | $15.02 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $8.32 | $16.63 |
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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