How far is Blaine, MN from Waite Park, MN?
The driving distance from Blaine, MN to Waite Park, MN is about 66.7 miles (107.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 15m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 55.3 miles (89 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 31m 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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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Blaine and Waite Park.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Blaine and Waite Park.
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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 right to continue on MN-610
12.8 mi · 15 min · MN-610
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Merge slight left onto I-94 W
12.6 mi · 13 min · I-94 W
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Keep slight left
32.9 mi · 35 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 15 North: Saint Cloud
2788 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto MN-15 N
3.8 mi · 5 min · MN-15 N
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Turn left onto Division Street
1.5 km · 1 min · Division Street
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Turn right onto 6th Avenue North
1305 ft · 36 sec · 6th Avenue North
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 6th Avenue North
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Blaine and Waite Park.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
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32.9 mi · 00h 35m
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.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Blaine to Waite Park?
The road trip is about 66.7 miles (107.4 km) and usually takes 01h 15m 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?
Monticello is a useful midpoint, sitting about 33.3 miles from Blaine and 33.4 miles from Waite Park.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 55.3 miles (89 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.4 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 3:58 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.39 one way or $16.77 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 20.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
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Stop Ideas Near Monticello
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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 Waite Park. Straight-line distance: 55.28 mi (88.97 km).
#1 Blaine
A city in Anoka County, Minnesota.
| Population | 66,697 |
| Coordinates | 45.1608000, -93.2349500 |
| Altitude | 276 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Waite Park
City in Stearns County, Minnesota, United States
| Population | 7,796 |
| Coordinates | 45.5571900, -94.2241600 |
| Altitude | 327 |
| Country | United States |
End: Waite Park (-94.22416, 45.55719)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 107 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 13m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 40m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 20m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 06m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 49m |
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 | $8.39 | $16.77 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $9.21 | $18.43 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $10.32 | $20.64 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $11.43 | $22.86 |
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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