Origin
Arnold, MN
Morning in Arnold on Wednesday
Local time
6:40 AM
CDT
Current temp
31°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Arnold, MN to Blaine, MN
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
2h 25m
Distance
155.8 mi
251 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 15m
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6 AM
2h 25m
8 AM
2h 45m
10 AM
2h 32m
12 PM
2h 30m
3 PM
2h 33m
5 PM
2h 44m
8 PM
2h 19m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Arnold, MN
Tom Fisk
Blaine, MN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Arnold, MN to Blaine, MN covers 155.8 miles and takes about 2h 25m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on East Calvary Road, Woodland Avenue, North 21st Avenue East for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $23.19 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
77.9 miles from Arnold, MN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 12m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a 2h 25m drive with frequent turns across 155.8 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East Calvary Road is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Arnold, MN to Blaine, MN is easy. At 2h 25m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Arnold, MN to Blaine, MN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Calvary Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Woodland Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North 21st Avenue East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 35W | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| CR 17 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Lexington Avenue Northeast | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| 109th Avenue Northeast | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Central Avenue Northeast | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
East Calvary Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Arnold, MN and Blaine, MN.
1
Start on Arnold Road
1.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Arnold Road
2
Turn left onto East Calvary Road
0.5 mi
·
53 sec
·
East Calvary Road
3
At the end of the road, turn right onto Woodland Avenue
3.2 mi
·
6 min
·
Woodland Avenue
4
Turn left onto North 21st Avenue East
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North 21st Avenue East
5
Take the ramp slight right
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
6
Merge slight left
3.1 mi
·
3 min
7
Keep slight left
128 mi
·
2 hr 19 min
8
Keep slight right to continue on I 35W: Minneapolis
7.8 mi
·
8 min
·
I 35W: Minneapolis
9
Take the exit slight right toward CR 17: Lexington Avenue
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
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CR 17: Lexington Avenue
10
Turn right onto Lexington Avenue Northeast
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
·
Lexington Avenue Northeast
11
Turn left onto 109th Avenue Northeast
3.5 mi
·
5 min
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109th Avenue Northeast
12
Turn left onto Central Avenue Northeast
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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Central Avenue Northeast
13
Turn left onto Central Avenue Northeast
105 ft
·
10 sec
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Central Avenue Northeast
14
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 77.9 miles from Arnold, MN, or about 1h 12m into the drive.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 80 miles or 1h 14m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 77.9 miles or 1h 12m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 59m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Blaine, MN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Arnold, MN so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Arnold, MN
This is one driving day of about 155.8 miles and 2h 25m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Arnold, MN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 77.9 mi from Arnold, MN · 1h 12m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
78 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 77.9 miles from Arnold, MN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Blaine, MN
The final approach into Blaine, MN usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Blaine, MN.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$23.19 one way
$46.37 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
55 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $24.98 | $49.97 |
| premium | $4.53 | $27.80 | $55.60 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $34.40 | $68.80 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 54.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 46.7 | 0 | $16.36 | $7.48 |
| Efficient EV | 39 | 0 | $13.63 | $6.23 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 62.3 | 0 | $21.81 | $9.97 |
Gas CO2
55 kg
EV CO2
18 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Blaine, MN
Morning in Blaine on Wednesday
Local time
6:40 AM
CDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
35 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 25m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Arnold, MN to Blaine, MN covers 155.8 miles and takes about 2h 25m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East Calvary Road, Woodland Avenue, North 21st Avenue East. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 77.9 miles from Arnold, MN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $23.19 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Arnold, MN to Blaine, MN is easy. At 2h 25m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Arnold, MN to Blaine, MN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Arnold, MN to Blaine, MN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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