How far is East Grand Forks, MN from Blaine, MN?
The driving distance from East Grand Forks, MN to Blaine, MN is about 313.5 miles (504.5 km), with a travel time of about 04h 39m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 262.7 miles (422.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 19m 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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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Halfway Point
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City in Grant County, Minnesota, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between East Grand Forks and Blaine.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between East Grand Forks and Blaine.
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Start on DeMers Avenue
3.7 mi · 7 min · DeMers Avenue
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Take the ramp left
1750 ft · 43 sec
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Merge slight left
76.2 mi · 1 hr 14 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 94 East, I 94 West, US 52 South, US 52 North: Minneapolis, Bismarck
804 ft · 20 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 94 East, US 52 South: Minneapolis
1.2 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left
104.6 mi · 1 hr 54 min
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Continue straight
110.6 mi · 1 hr 59 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 610 East
12.9 mi · 15 min
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Merge slight left
1.5 km · 59 sec
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 65: Central Avenue
2242 ft · 1 min
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Turn left onto Central Avenue Northeast
1.9 mi · 3 min · Central Avenue Northeast
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Central Avenue Northeast
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between East Grand Forks and Blaine.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
I 94 East
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111 mi · 01h 59m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Sunny leaving East Grand Forks and Mostly Sunny near Blaine.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from East Grand Forks to Blaine?
The road trip is about 313.5 miles (504.5 km) and usually takes 04h 39m 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?
Ashby is a useful midpoint, sitting about 156.1 miles from East Grand Forks and 157.4 miles from Blaine.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 262.7 miles (422.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 50.8 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 7:40 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $39.47 one way or $78.95 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 98.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around East Grand Forks and Mostly Sunny near Blaine.
Stop Ideas Near Ashby
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 Ashby.
Detroit Lakes
Staples
Fargo
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between East Grand Forks and Blaine. Straight-line distance: 262.68 mi (422.75 km).
#1 East Grand Forks
City in Polk County, Minnesota, United States of America
| Population | 8,401 |
| Coordinates | 47.9299800, -97.0245200 |
| Altitude | 253 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Blaine
A city in Anoka County, Minnesota.
| Population | 66,697 |
| Coordinates | 45.1608000, -93.2349500 |
| Altitude | 276 |
| Country | United States |
End: MN 65 (-93.234938, 45.160786)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 504 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 10h 26m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 50m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 16m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 13m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 28m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 54m |
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 | $39.47 | $78.95 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $43.37 | $86.73 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $48.58 | $97.15 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $53.80 | $107.59 |
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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