How far is Lakewood, MN from Blaine, MN?
The driving distance from Lakewood, MN to Blaine, MN is about 154.7 miles (249 km), with a travel time of about 02h 23m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 132.5 miles (213.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 46m 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 23m.
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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 Lakewood and Blaine.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lakewood and Blaine.
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Start on East Superior Street
11 m · 8 sec · East Superior Street
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Turn sharp right onto Lakewood Road
947 ft · 33 sec · Lakewood Road
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Turn sharp left
6.4 mi · 12 min
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Turn left
4 mi · 5 min
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Keep slight left
128.1 mi · 2 hr 19 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 35W: Minneapolis
7.8 mi · 8 min
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Take the exit slight right toward CR 17: Lexington Avenue
1386 ft · 41 sec
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Turn right onto Lexington Avenue Northeast
2622 ft · 58 sec · Lexington Avenue Northeast
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Turn left onto 109th Avenue Northeast
3.5 mi · 6 min · 109th Avenue Northeast
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Turn left onto Central Avenue Northeast
2820 ft · 1 min · Central Avenue Northeast
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Turn left onto Central Avenue Northeast
32 m · 10 sec · 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 Lakewood 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.
Lakewood Road
Keep slight left
128 mi · 02h 19m
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.
Slight Chance Light Snow leaving Lakewood and Chance Rain And Snow Showers near Blaine.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lakewood to Blaine?
The road trip is about 154.7 miles (249 km) and usually takes 02h 23m 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?
Sandstone is a useful midpoint, sitting about 75.6 miles from Lakewood and 79.1 miles from Blaine.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 132.5 miles (213.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 22.2 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 1:44 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.49 one way or $38.97 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 48.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Light Snow around Lakewood and Chance Rain And Snow Showers near Blaine.
Stop Ideas Near Sandstone
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 Sandstone.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lakewood and Blaine. Straight-line distance: 132.56 mi (213.33 km).
#1 Lakewood
Urban township in St.
| Population | 2,271 |
| Coordinates | 46.8638300, -91.9626900 |
| Altitude | 202 |
| 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: 249 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 09m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 52m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 05m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 34m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 12m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 55m |
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 | $19.49 | $38.97 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $21.41 | $42.82 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $23.98 | $47.96 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $26.56 | $53.11 |
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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