How far is Sauk Centre, MN from Blaine, MN?
The driving distance from Sauk Centre, MN to Blaine, MN is about 103 miles (165.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 36m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 92.3 miles (148.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 12m 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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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 Sauk Centre and Blaine.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sauk Centre and Blaine.
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Start on Sinclair Lewis Avenue
45 m · 6 sec · Sinclair Lewis Avenue
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Turn right onto Main Street South
1.1 mi · 2 min · Main Street South
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Continue on Main St S
160 m · 17 sec · Main St S
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Take the ramp left toward I 94 East: St. Cloud
1642 ft · 40 sec
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Merge slight left
85.3 mi · 1 hr 31 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 Sauk Centre and Blaine.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 94 East
Merge slight left
85.3 mi · 01h 31m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Sauk Centre and Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Blaine.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Sauk Centre to Blaine?
The road trip is about 103 miles (165.8 km) and usually takes 01h 36m 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?
Clearwater is a useful midpoint, sitting about 51.4 miles from Sauk Centre and 51.6 miles from Blaine.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 92.3 miles (148.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.7 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 3:18 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.99 one way or $25.98 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 32.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Sauk Centre and Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Blaine.
Stop Ideas Near Clearwater
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 Clearwater.
St. Cloud
Saint Paul Union Depot
Staples
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Sauk Centre and Blaine. Straight-line distance: 92.29 mi (148.53 km).
#1 Sauk Centre
City in Stearns County, Minnesota, USA
| Population | 1,172 |
| Coordinates | 45.7374700, -94.9525200 |
| Altitude | 381 |
| 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: 166 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 25m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 34m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 03m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 43m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 28m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 17m |
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 | $12.99 | $25.98 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $14.27 | $28.54 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $15.99 | $31.97 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $17.70 | $35.41 |
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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