How far is Blaine, MN from Ham Lake, MN?
The driving distance from Blaine, MN to Ham Lake, MN is about 7.8 miles (12.6 km), with a travel time of about 00h 11m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 6.2 miles (10 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 22m 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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City in Anoka County, Minnesota, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Blaine and Ham Lake.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Blaine and Ham Lake.
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Start on Central Avenue Northeast
6.5 mi · 8 min · Central Avenue Northeast
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Take the exit slight left
89 m · 9 sec
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Turn left
46 m · 4 sec
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Turn straight onto 157th Avenue Northeast
1.3 km · 1 min · 157th Avenue Northeast
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Turn left onto Jackson Street Northeast
2007 ft · 58 sec · Jackson Street Northeast
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Turn right onto 154th Avenue Northeast
45 m · 7 sec · 154th Avenue Northeast
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 154th Avenue Northeast
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Blaine and Ham Lake.
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
6.53 mi · 00h 08m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Blaine and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Ham Lake.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Blaine to Ham Lake?
The road trip is about 7.8 miles (12.6 km) and usually takes 00h 11m 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?
Andover is a useful midpoint, sitting about 3.9 miles from Blaine and 3.9 miles from Ham Lake.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 6.2 miles (10 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.6 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 8:08 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $0.96 one way or $1.93 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 2.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Blaine and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Ham Lake.
Stop Ideas Near Andover
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 Ham Lake. Straight-line distance: 6.22 mi (10.01 km).
#1 Blaine
A city in Anoka County, Minnesota.
| Population | 66,697 |
| Coordinates | 45.1608000, -93.2349500 |
| Altitude | 276 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Ham Lake
City in Anoka County, Minnesota, United States
| Population | 16,943 |
| Coordinates | 45.2502400, -93.2499500 |
| Altitude | 274 |
| Country | United States |
End: Ham Lake (-93.24995, 45.25024)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 13 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 11m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 09m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 07m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 06m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 05m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.57 | $0.96 | $1.93 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $1.06 | $2.12 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $1.19 | $2.37 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $1.31 | $2.63 |
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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