How far is Blaine, MN from Oak Park Heights, MN?
The driving distance from Blaine, MN to Oak Park Heights, MN is about 28.5 miles (45.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 37m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 23.4 miles (37.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 15m 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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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Blaine and Oak Park Heights.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Blaine and Oak Park Heights.
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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
1.9 mi · 3 min · Central Avenue Northeast
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Take the exit slight right toward US 10 East
1827 ft · 45 sec
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Merge slight left
4.1 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 10 East: Saint Paul
3110 ft · 56 sec
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Continue straight
1.9 mi · 2 min
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Keep slight left
3.9 mi · 4 min
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Keep slight left
1.3 mi · 2 min
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Keep slight right
5.3 mi · 7 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 36 East: Stillwater
1284 ft · 44 sec
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Merge slight left
7.7 mi · 10 min
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Turn right onto Osgood Avenue North
568 ft · 21 sec · Osgood Avenue North
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Turn left onto 59th Street North
710 ft · 19 sec · 59th Street North
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Continue on 60th Street North (South Frontage Road)
1 km · 2 min · 60th Street North (South Frontage Road)
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Turn right onto Penrose Avenue North
1125 ft · 55 sec · Penrose Avenue North
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Turn left onto 57th Street North
22 m · 5 sec · 57th Street North
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Turn right
14 m · 3 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 Oak Park Heights.
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.
MN 36 East
Merge slight left
7.71 mi · 00h 10m
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.
Chance Rain And Snow Showers leaving Blaine and Chance Snow Showers near Oak Park Heights.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Blaine to Oak Park Heights?
The road trip is about 28.5 miles (45.8 km) and usually takes 00h 37m 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?
Little Canada is a useful midpoint, sitting about 14.2 miles from Blaine and 14.2 miles from Oak Park Heights.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 23.4 miles (37.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.1 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 7:14 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.57 one way or $7.14 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 8.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain And Snow Showers around Blaine and Chance Snow Showers near Oak Park Heights.
Stop Ideas Near Little Canada
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Blaine and Oak Park Heights. Straight-line distance: 23.34 mi (37.56 km).
#1 Blaine
A city in Anoka County, Minnesota.
| Population | 66,697 |
| Coordinates | 45.1608000, -93.2349500 |
| Altitude | 276 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Oak Park Heights
City in Washington County, Minnesota
| Population | 4,973 |
| Coordinates | 45.0313600, -92.7929800 |
| Altitude | 239 |
| Country | United States |
End: Oak Park Heights (-92.79298, 45.03136)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 46 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 56m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 28m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 24m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 21m |
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 | $3.57 | $7.14 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $3.92 | $7.84 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $4.39 | $8.78 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $4.86 | $9.73 |
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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