How far is Blaine, MN from Grand Rapids, MN?
The driving distance from Blaine, MN to Grand Rapids, MN is about 160.5 miles (258.3 km), with a travel time of about 03h 18m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 144.2 miles (232 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 37m 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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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 18m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Aitkin County, Minnesota, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Blaine and Grand Rapids.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Blaine and Grand Rapids.
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Start on Central Avenue Northeast
104 mi · 2 hr 8 min · Central Avenue Northeast
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At the end of the road, turn left onto East Highway 210
1.2 mi · 2 min · East Highway 210
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Turn right onto State Highway 65
35.8 mi · 45 min · State Highway 65
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward the route
76 m · 3 sec
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Exit the roundabout
18.9 mi · 21 min
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Continue on Northeast 6th Avenue
116 m · 16 sec · Northeast 6th Avenue
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Turn left onto Northeast 5th Street
1899 ft · 52 sec · Northeast 5th Street
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Continue on Northwest 5th Street
849 ft · 23 sec · Northwest 5th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Northwest 5th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Blaine and Grand Rapids.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Central Avenue Northeast
Start on Central Avenue Northeast
104 mi · 02h 08m
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 Light Rain Likely near Grand Rapids.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Blaine to Grand Rapids?
The road trip is about 160.5 miles (258.3 km) and usually takes 03h 18m 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?
McGrath is a useful midpoint, sitting about 80.2 miles from Blaine and 80.3 miles from Grand Rapids.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 144.2 miles (232 km), while the road route adds roughly 16.3 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 10:22 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.20 one way or $40.40 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 50.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Blaine and Light Rain Likely near Grand Rapids.
Stop Ideas Near McGrath
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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St. Cloud
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Staples
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Blaine and Grand Rapids. Straight-line distance: 144.16 mi (232 km).
#1 Blaine
A city in Anoka County, Minnesota.
| Population | 66,697 |
| Coordinates | 45.1608000, -93.2349500 |
| Altitude | 276 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Grand Rapids
City in Itasca County, Minnesota, United States
| Population | 11,219 |
| Coordinates | 47.2371700, -93.5302100 |
| Altitude | 392 |
| Country | United States |
End: Grand Rapids (-93.53021, 47.23717)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 258 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 20m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 00m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 12m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 40m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 17m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 00m |
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 | $20.20 | $40.40 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $22.19 | $44.39 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $24.86 | $49.72 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $27.53 | $55.06 |
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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