How far is Mounds View, MN from Blaine, MN?
The driving distance from Mounds View, MN to Blaine, MN is about 4.5 miles (7.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 06m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 4 miles (6.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 13m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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City in Minnesota, United States
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mounds View and Blaine.
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Start on Mounds View Boulevard
1.2 mi · 2 min · Mounds View Boulevard
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Continue on County Highway 10
1941 ft · 33 sec · County Highway 10
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Take the ramp slight right toward MN 65 North
1444 ft · 40 sec
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Merge slight left onto Central Avenue Northeast
2.6 mi · 4 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 Mounds View and Blaine.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Central Avenue Northeast
Merge slight left onto Central Avenue Northeast
2.59 mi · 00h 04m
Route Summary
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A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Mounds View and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Blaine.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Mounds View to Blaine?
The road trip is about 4.5 miles (7.2 km) and usually takes 00h 06m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Spring Lake Park is a useful midpoint, sitting about 2.2 miles from Mounds View and 2.2 miles from Blaine.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 4 miles (6.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 0.5 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:16 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $0.57 one way or $1.14 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 1.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Mounds View and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Blaine.
Stop Ideas Near Spring Lake Park
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Mounds View and Blaine. Straight-line distance: 4.06 mi (6.54 km).
#1 Mounds View
City in Ramsey County, Minnesota, United States
| Population | 13,446 |
| Coordinates | 45.1049700, -93.2085600 |
| Altitude | 278 |
| 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: 7 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 08m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 06m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 05m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 04m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 03m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 03m |
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 | $0.57 | $1.14 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $0.63 | $1.25 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $0.70 | $1.41 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $0.78 | $1.56 |
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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