How far is Blaine, MN from Pipestone, MN?

The driving distance from Blaine, MN to Pipestone, MN is about 209.2 miles (336.7 km), with a travel time of about 04h 27m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 171.6 miles (276.1 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 55m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
209.22 mi
04h 27m
Flight
171.57 mi
276.11 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
171.57 mi
Kilometers
276.11 km
Flight Time
00h 20m

Driving Distance

Road route
209.22 mi
Kilometers
336.71 km
Drive Time
04h 27m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 04h 27m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Pipestone
Thu, Apr 23, 10:43 AM CDT
Return by in Blaine
Thu, Apr 23, 3:11 PM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Blaine
2026-04-23T06:15
Arrive Pipestone
Thu, Apr 23, 10:43 AM CDT
Route Timing
04h 27m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
10:28 AM to 12:28 PM CDT

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
8:04 AM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Blaine
9:00 PM CDT
Early departure recommended

This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Fairfax
MN

City in Minnesota, United States

From Blaine
104.5 mi
02h 13m
To Pipestone
104.8 mi
02h 13m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
77°F
Thursday

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
15 to 20 mph S
Destination
77°F
Thursday

Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
25 to 30 mph SSW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Blaine and Pipestone.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Blaine and Pipestone.

  1. 1

    Start on Central Avenue Northeast

    8 m · 9 sec · Central Avenue Northeast

  2. 2

    Continue on Central Avenue Northeast

    6.3 mi · 9 min · Central Avenue Northeast

  3. 3

    Continue on Central Avenue Northeast

    91 m · 5 sec · Central Avenue Northeast

  4. 4

    Take the exit slight right toward I 694 West

    2521 ft · 1 min

  5. 5

    Merge slight left

    1.8 mi · 2 min

  6. 6

    Take the exit slight right toward MN 100

    3218 ft · 1 min

  7. 7

    Continue straight

    13 mi · 16 min

  8. 8

    Take the exit slight right toward MN 62 West

    2471 ft · 1 min

  9. 9

    Merge slight left onto Crosstown Highway

    1.7 mi · 2 min · Crosstown Highway

  10. 10

    Take the exit slight left toward US 212

    4.6 mi · 6 min

  11. 11

    Keep slight left

    36.4 mi · 43 min

  12. 12

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward US Highway 212

    44 m · 2 sec · US Highway 212

  13. 13

    Exit the roundabout onto US Highway 212

    12.8 mi · 16 min · US Highway 212

  14. 14

    Turn left onto State Highway 15

    12.6 mi · 16 min · State Highway 15

  15. 15

    Turn right onto 280th Street

    31.2 mi · 42 min · 280th Street

  16. 16

    At the end of the road, turn left

    6.6 mi · 10 min

  17. 17

    Continue on West Bridge Street

    35.1 mi · 44 min · West Bridge Street

  18. 18

    Continue on East College Drive

    2631 ft · 51 sec · East College Drive

  19. 19

    Turn left onto State Highway 23

    44.4 mi · 56 min · State Highway 23

  20. 20

    At the end of the road, turn left onto 8th Avenue Northeast

    873 ft · 13 sec · 8th Avenue Northeast

  21. 21

    Turn right onto Main Street East

    2630 ft · 1 min · Main Street East

  22. 22

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Main Street East

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Blaine and Pipestone.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
22 steps
8 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
8
2 merges, 6 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
10.5 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
State Highway 23
44.4 mi · 21%
US 212
41 mi · 20%
West Bridge Street
35.1 mi · 17%
280th Street
31.2 mi · 15%
MN 100
13.6 mi · 7%
US Highway 212
12.8 mi · 6%
Longest Stretch

State Highway 23

Turn left onto State Highway 23

44.4 mi · 00h 56m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
04h 27m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
08h 56m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+37.6 mi
171.6 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Fairfax
02h 13m from Blaine
Leave By
8:04 AM CDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Blaine and Chance Rain Showers near Pipestone.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Blaine to Pipestone?

The road trip is about 209.2 miles (336.7 km) and usually takes 04h 27m 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?

Fairfax is a useful midpoint, sitting about 104.5 miles from Blaine and 104.8 miles from Pipestone.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 171.6 miles (276.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 37.6 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:04 AM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $26.34 one way or $52.68 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 65.6 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Blaine and Chance Rain Showers near Pipestone.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Blaine and Pipestone. Straight-line distance: 171.57 mi (276.11 km).

Blaine

#1 Blaine

A city in Anoka County, Minnesota.

Population66,697
Coordinates45.1608000, -93.2349500
Altitude276
CountryUnited States
Pipestone

#2 Pipestone

City in Minnesota, United States of America

Population4,039
Coordinates44.0005300, -96.3175300
Altitude529
CountryUnited States
Start: Blaine (-93.23495, 45.1608)
End: Pipestone (-96.31753, 44.00053)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 337 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)06h 58m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)05h 13m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)04h 11m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)03h 29m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 59m
80 mph (129 km/h)02h 36m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
7.38 gal
27.95 L · about $26.34
Round trip
$52.68
14.76 gal · 55.9 L
Estimated CO2
65.6 kg one way
Round trip: 131.2 kg / 289 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.57 $26.34 $52.68
Mid-grade $3.92 $28.94 $57.87
Premium $4.39 $32.41 $64.83
Diesel $4.86 $35.90 $71.79

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Minnesota · Apr 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Blaine and Pipestone. The current time is 06:15:24.

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.