How far is Blaine, MN from Sylvan, MN?
The driving distance from Blaine, MN to Sylvan, MN is about 124.6 miles (200.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 30m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 98.9 miles (159.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 01m 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 30m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Minnesota, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Blaine and Sylvan.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Blaine and Sylvan.
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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
25.8 mi · 30 min
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Turn left onto Highland Scenic Drive South
1816 ft · 30 sec · Highland Scenic Drive South
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Highland Scenic Drive South
67 m · 7 sec · Highland Scenic Drive South
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Exit the roundabout onto Highland Scenic Drive South
1.6 mi · 3 min · Highland Scenic Drive South
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At the end of the road, turn left onto State Highway 210
5.8 mi · 7 min · State Highway 210
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · State Highway 210
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Blaine and Sylvan.
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Blaine and Light Rain Likely near Sylvan.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Blaine to Sylvan?
The road trip is about 124.6 miles (200.5 km) and usually takes 02h 30m 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?
Sartell is a useful midpoint, sitting about 62.3 miles from Blaine and 62.4 miles from Sylvan.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 98.9 miles (159.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 25.7 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 1:28 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.70 one way or $31.41 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 39.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Blaine and Light Rain Likely near Sylvan.
Stop Ideas Near Sartell
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 Sartell.
St. Cloud
Staples
Saint Paul Union Depot
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Blaine and Sylvan. Straight-line distance: 98.85 mi (159.09 km).
#1 Blaine
A city in Anoka County, Minnesota.
| Population | 66,697 |
| Coordinates | 45.1608000, -93.2349500 |
| Altitude | 276 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Sylvan
Human settlement in Sylvan Township, Minnesota, United States of America
| Population | 2,862 |
| Coordinates | 46.3349700, -94.4066700 |
| Altitude | 368 |
| Country | United States |
End: Sylvan (-94.40667, 46.33497)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 201 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 09m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 06m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 29m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 04m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 46m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 33m |
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 | $15.70 | $31.41 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $17.25 | $34.50 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $19.32 | $38.65 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $21.40 | $42.80 |
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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