How far is Blaine, MN from Nisswa, MN?
The driving distance from Blaine, MN to Nisswa, MN is about 132 miles (212.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 40m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 106.8 miles (171.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 21m 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 02h 40m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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Township in Benton County, Minnesota, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Blaine and Nisswa.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Blaine and Nisswa.
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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 left
88.1 mi · 1 hr 46 min
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Keep slight right
32.4 mi · 39 min
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Keep slight right
2133 ft · 30 sec
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Keep slight right
1 mi · 1 min
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Keep slight right
7 mi · 9 min
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Turn right onto Nisswa Avenue
632 ft · 18 sec · Nisswa Avenue
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Turn right onto Main Street
124 m · 17 sec · Main Street
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Turn left onto Lakers Lane
20 m · 5 sec · Lakers Lane
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Turn right
50 m · 12 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Blaine and Nisswa.
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 West
Keep slight left
88.1 mi · 01h 46m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Blaine and Sunny near Nisswa.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Blaine to Nisswa?
The road trip is about 132 miles (212.5 km) and usually takes 02h 40m 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?
Watab is a useful midpoint, sitting about 66 miles from Blaine and 66.1 miles from Nisswa.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 106.8 miles (171.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 25.2 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 1:08 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.63 one way or $33.26 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 41.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Blaine and Sunny near Nisswa.
Stop Ideas Near Watab
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 Watab.
St. Cloud
Staples
Saint Paul Union Depot
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Blaine and Nisswa. Straight-line distance: 106.76 mi (171.81 km).
#1 Blaine
A city in Anoka County, Minnesota.
| Population | 66,697 |
| Coordinates | 45.1608000, -93.2349500 |
| Altitude | 276 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Nisswa
City in Crow Wing County, Minnesota, United States of America
| Population | 2,115 |
| Coordinates | 46.5205200, -94.2886100 |
| Altitude | 375 |
| Country | United States |
End: Nisswa (-94.28861, 46.52052)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 213 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 24m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 18m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 38m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 12m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 53m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 38m |
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 | $16.63 | $33.26 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $18.27 | $36.54 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $20.47 | $40.93 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $22.67 | $45.33 |
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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