How far is Blaine, MN from French Lake, MN?
The driving distance from Blaine, MN to French Lake, MN is about 57.2 miles (92 km), with a travel time of about 01h 12m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 46.4 miles (74.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 25m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 12m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
City in Wright County, Minnesota, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Blaine and French Lake.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Blaine and French Lake.
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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
6 mi · 6 min
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Take the exit slight right
2016 ft · 51 sec
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Turn left onto State Highway 25
3.7 mi · 6 min · State Highway 25
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Turn right onto County Road 37 Northeast
8.7 mi · 12 min · County Road 37 Northeast
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Oak Avenue North
1292 ft · 40 sec · Oak Avenue North
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Turn right onto Marie Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · Marie Street
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Turn left onto County Road 37 Northwest
8.7 mi · 12 min · County Road 37 Northwest
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Turn left onto County Road 3 Northwest
36 m · 2 sec · County Road 3 Northwest
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · County Road 3 Northwest
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Blaine and French Lake.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
MN-610
Keep slight right to continue on MN-610
12.8 mi · 00h 15m
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.
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Blaine and Partly Sunny near French Lake.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Blaine to French Lake?
The road trip is about 57.2 miles (92 km) and usually takes 01h 12m 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?
Albertville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 28.5 miles from Blaine and 28.6 miles from French Lake.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 46.4 miles (74.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.8 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 4:04 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.21 one way or $14.42 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 18 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers around Blaine and Partly Sunny near French Lake.
Stop Ideas Near Albertville
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 Albertville.
Saint Paul Union Depot
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Red Wing station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Blaine and French Lake. Straight-line distance: 46.37 mi (74.63 km).
#1 Blaine
A city in Anoka County, Minnesota.
| Population | 66,697 |
| Coordinates | 45.1608000, -93.2349500 |
| Altitude | 276 |
| Country | United States |
#2 French Lake
Township in Wright County, Minnesota, United States
| Population | 1,248 |
| Coordinates | 45.1999600, -94.1855400 |
| Altitude | 323 |
| Country | United States |
End: French Lake (-94.18554, 45.19996)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 92 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 54m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 25m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 08m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 42m |
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 | $7.21 | $14.42 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $7.92 | $15.84 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $8.87 | $17.74 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $9.83 | $19.65 |
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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