How far is Blaine, MN from Hibbing, MN?
The driving distance from Blaine, MN to Hibbing, MN is about 176 miles (283.2 km), with a travel time of about 03h 40m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 157.2 miles (253 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 21m 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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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 Hibbing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Blaine and Hibbing.
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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 2 toward the route
45 m · 2 sec
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Exit the roundabout
18.9 mi · 24 min
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Turn right
13.7 mi · 16 min
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Take the exit slight right
632 ft · 21 sec
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At the end of the road, turn left onto West 42nd Street
847 ft · 22 sec · West 42nd Street
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Turn left onto 1st Avenue
2 mi · 4 min · 1st Avenue
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Turn right onto East Howard Street
1000 ft · 32 sec · East Howard Street
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Turn right onto 4th Avenue East
37 m · 5 sec · 4th Avenue East
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 4th Avenue East
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Blaine and Hibbing.
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 Chance Light Rain near Hibbing.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Blaine to Hibbing?
The road trip is about 176 miles (283.2 km) and usually takes 03h 40m 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 88 miles from Blaine and 88 miles from Hibbing.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 157.2 miles (253 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.8 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:38 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.16 one way or $44.33 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 55.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Blaine and Chance Light Rain near Hibbing.
Stop Ideas Near McGrath
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 McGrath.
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Staples
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Blaine and Hibbing. Straight-line distance: 157.23 mi (253.04 km).
#1 Blaine
A city in Anoka County, Minnesota.
| Population | 66,697 |
| Coordinates | 45.1608000, -93.2349500 |
| Altitude | 276 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Hibbing
City in Saint Louis County, Minnesota, United States
| Population | 15,716 |
| Coordinates | 47.4271500, -92.9376900 |
| Altitude | 455 |
| Country | United States |
End: Hibbing (-92.93769, 47.42715)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 283 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 51m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 24m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 31m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 55m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 30m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 11m |
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 | $22.16 | $44.33 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $24.35 | $48.70 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $27.27 | $54.55 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $30.21 | $60.41 |
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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