How far is East Gull Lake, MN from Blaine, MN?
The driving distance from East Gull Lake, MN to Blaine, MN is about 127.6 miles (205.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 14m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 101.7 miles (163.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 29m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 14m.
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
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City in Minnesota, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between East Gull Lake and Blaine.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between East Gull Lake and Blaine.
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Start on Pike Bay Road
17 m · 3 sec · Pike Bay Road
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Turn left onto East Gull Lake Drive
1151 ft · 51 sec · East Gull Lake Drive
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Continue on East Gull Lake Drive
33 m · 5 sec · East Gull Lake Drive
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Continue on East Gull Lake Drive
100 m · 17 sec · East Gull Lake Drive
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Turn left onto Gull Lake Dam Road
731 ft · 21 sec · Gull Lake Dam Road
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Continue on Gull Lake Dam Road
663 ft · 22 sec · Gull Lake Dam Road
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Continue on Gull Lake Dam Road
36 m · 3 sec · Gull Lake Dam Road
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Continue on Gull Lake Dam Road
79 m · 8 sec · Gull Lake Dam Road
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Continue on Gull Lake Dam Road
1.6 km · 2 min · Gull Lake Dam Road
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Continue on County Road 125
2 mi · 5 min · County Road 125
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Merge slight left
95 m · 5 sec
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Keep slight right
32.3 mi · 38 min
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Merge slight right
28.3 mi · 33 min
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Keep slight left
57.7 mi · 1 hr 10 min
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Keep slight left
2.8 mi · 3 min
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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 Gull Lake and Blaine.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
County Road 125
Keep slight left
57.7 mi · 01h 10m
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.
Sunny leaving East Gull Lake 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 Gull Lake to Blaine?
The road trip is about 127.6 miles (205.4 km) and usually takes 02h 14m 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 63.5 miles from East Gull Lake and 64.1 miles from Blaine.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 101.7 miles (163.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 25.9 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 2:00 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.06 one way or $32.12 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 40 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around East Gull Lake and Mostly Sunny near Blaine.
Stop Ideas Near Sartell
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Transit and Meeting Points
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St. Cloud
Staples
Saint Paul Union Depot
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between East Gull Lake and Blaine. Straight-line distance: 101.7 mi (163.67 km).
#1 East Gull Lake
City in Cass County, Minnesota, United States
| Population | 1,059 |
| Coordinates | 46.4080200, -94.3558400 |
| Altitude | 382 |
| 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: 205 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 15m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 11m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 33m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 07m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 49m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 35m |
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 | $16.06 | $32.12 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $17.64 | $35.29 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $19.76 | $39.53 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $21.89 | $43.78 |
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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