Origin
Blaine, MN
Late night in Blaine on Friday
Local time
3:22 AM
CDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Blaine, MN to Braham, MN
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
49m
Distance
40.1 mi
65 km
Drive Score
5/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 45m
★
6 AM
0h 49m
8 AM
0h 57m
10 AM
0h 52m
12 PM
0h 51m
3 PM
0h 53m
5 PM
0h 57m
8 PM
0h 47m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Blaine, MN
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Braham, MN
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Trip Overview
This 40.1-mile drive from Blaine, MN to Braham, MN is a straightforward, one-day trip that takes about 49 minutes. You'll primarily be on Central Avenue Northeast, Highway 107 Northeast, and Main Avenue South. With a modest fuel cost estimate of $6, this route is an easy excursion. The Midwest region offers a familiar driving landscape for this journey. Its turn-heavy local drive profile means you'll be navigating through communities rather than on high-speed highways for most of the way, making it a relaxed way to travel between these two Minnesota towns.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 49m. Total distance: 40.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
49m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (3%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive on this route, with only a 3% highway share. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 38.5 miles on Central Avenue Northeast. This means you'll be experiencing a more connected-to-the-ground feel, passing through various local areas rather than a monotonous interstate journey. The road character shifts as you progress, moving from more suburban avenues to the distinct feel of local highways as you approach your destination.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 5 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Central Avenue Northeast is the longest continuous segment at about 38.5 miles.
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. The trickiest moment comes around 38.5 miles in.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Blaine, MN to Braham, MN is easy. At 49m with 3% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 38.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 38.6 miles (MN 107 / Highway 107 Northeast): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
2 of 2 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
38.5 mi into trip
|
~46m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
4
38.6 mi into trip
|
~46m in
|
MN 107 / Highway 107 Northeast
At end of road, turn left onto MN 107 / Highway 107 Northeast
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Central Avenue Northeast | 38.5 mi | 46m |
| Highway 107 Northeast | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Main Avenue South | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Central Avenue Northeast
— 38.5 mi, about 46m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Blaine, MN and Braham, MN.
1
Start on MN 65
38 mi
·
46 min
·
Central Avenue Northeast
Use the left lane.
2
Take the exit
474 ft
·
17 sec
3
At end of road, turn left onto MN 107
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Highway 107 Northeast
4
Continue on MN 107
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
Main Avenue South
5
Arrive at destination
MN 107
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 20.1 mi from Blaine, MN · 24m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 40 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20.1 miles from Blaine, MN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Braham, MN
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Braham, MN if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.97 one way
$11.94 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $6.43 | $12.86 |
| premium | $4.53 | $7.15 | $14.31 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.85 | $17.71 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 14 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12 | 0 | $4.21 | $1.92 |
| Efficient EV | 10 | 0 | $3.51 | $1.60 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16 | 0 | $5.61 | $2.57 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Braham, MN
Late night in Braham on Friday
Local time
3:22 AM
CDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
65°F
Cambridge, MN
20 mi in
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
26 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
49m 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 Blaine, MN to Braham, MN covers 40.1 miles and takes about 49m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Central Avenue Northeast, Highway 107 Northeast, Main Avenue South. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 20.1 miles from Blaine, MN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.97 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 Blaine, MN to Braham, MN is easy. At 49m with 3% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 38.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 38.6 miles (MN 107 / Highway 107 Northeast): Navigation decision point.
The route from Blaine, MN to Braham, MN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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