How far is New York Mills, MN from Blaine, MN?

The driving distance from New York Mills, MN to Blaine, MN is about 166.8 miles (268.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 46m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 139.3 miles (224.2 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 32m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
166.78 mi
02h 46m
Flight
139.34 mi
224.24 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
139.34 mi
Kilometers
224.24 km
Flight Time
00h 16m

Driving Distance

Road route
166.78 mi
Kilometers
268.4 km
Drive Time
02h 46m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 02h 46m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Blaine
Mon, May 4, 5:45 AM CDT
Return by in New York Mills
Mon, May 4, 8:32 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave New York Mills
2026-05-04T02:59
Arrive Blaine
Mon, May 4, 5:45 AM CDT
Route Timing
02h 46m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:46 AM to 12:46 PM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
12:58 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in New York Mills
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Royalton
MN

City in Minnesota

From New York Mills
80.1 mi
01h 23m
To Blaine
86.7 mi
01h 23m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
55°F
Monday

Slight Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Mon, May 4 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
13 to 20 mph NW
Destination
67°F
Monday

Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Mon, May 4 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
15 mph W

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between New York Mills and Blaine.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between New York Mills and Blaine.

  1. 1

    Start on East Centennial 84 Drive

    1.1 mi · 3 min · East Centennial 84 Drive

  2. 2

    Turn right

    10.7 mi · 12 min

  3. 3

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward the route

    31 m · 2 sec

  4. 4

    Exit the roundabout

    20 m · 1 sec

  5. 5

    Turn straight onto Ash Avenue Northwest

    7.3 mi · 8 min · Ash Avenue Northwest

  6. 6

    Continue on West Mason Avenue

    78.4 mi · 1 hr 30 min · West Mason Avenue

  7. 7

    Keep slight left

    57.7 mi · 1 hr 10 min

  8. 8

    Keep slight left

    2.8 mi · 3 min

  9. 9

    Take the exit slight right toward MN 65: Central Avenue

    2242 ft · 1 min

  10. 10

    Turn left onto Central Avenue Northeast

    1.9 mi · 3 min · Central Avenue Northeast

  11. 11

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Central Avenue Northeast

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between New York Mills and Blaine.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
11 steps
5 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
0 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
6.6 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
West Mason Avenue
139 mi · 83%
Ash Avenue Northwest
7.26 mi · 4%
Central Avenue Northeast
1.94 mi · 1%
East Centennial 84 Drive
1.13 mi · 1%
MN 65
0.42 mi
Longest Stretch

West Mason Avenue

Continue on West Mason Avenue

78.4 mi · 01h 30m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
02h 46m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
05h 32m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+27.5 mi
139.3 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Royalton
01h 23m from New York Mills
Leave By
12:58 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving New York Mills and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Blaine.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from New York Mills to Blaine?

The road trip is about 166.8 miles (268.4 km) and usually takes 02h 46m 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?

Royalton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 80.1 miles from New York Mills and 86.7 miles from Blaine.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 139.3 miles (224.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 27.5 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 12:58 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.02 one way or $42.04 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 52.3 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers around New York Mills and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Blaine.

Stop Ideas Near Royalton

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Royalton, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Royalton.

RAIL

St. Cloud

31 mi away
555 East St. Germain Street
RAIL

Staples

70 mi away
First & Fourth Aves

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between New York Mills and Blaine. Straight-line distance: 139.34 mi (224.24 km).

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#1 New York Mills

Human settlement in Otter Tail County, Minnesota, United States of America

Population1,220
Coordinates46.5180200, -95.3761500
Altitude430
CountryUnited States
Blaine

#2 Blaine

A city in Anoka County, Minnesota.

Population66,697
Coordinates45.1608000, -93.2349500
Altitude276
CountryUnited States
Start: East Centennial 84 Drive (-95.376115, 46.518067)
End: MN 65 (-93.234938, 45.160786)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 268 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)05h 33m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)04h 10m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)03h 20m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 46m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 22m
80 mph (129 km/h)02h 04m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
5.89 gal
22.28 L · about $21.02
Round trip
$42.04
11.78 gal · 44.56 L
Estimated CO2
52.3 kg one way
Round trip: 104.7 kg / 231 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.57 $21.02 $42.04
Mid-grade $3.92 $23.09 $46.19
Premium $4.39 $25.87 $51.74
Diesel $4.86 $28.65 $57.30

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Minnesota · May 04, 2026

There is no time difference between New York Mills and Blaine. The current time is 02:59:21.

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.