Origin
Blaine, MN
Morning in Blaine on Monday
Local time
8:11 AM
CDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Blaine, MN to Montevideo, MN
Drive Time
3h 5m
Distance
139.5 mi
224 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 54m
★
6 AM
3h 5m
8 AM
3h 28m
10 AM
3h 14m
12 PM
3h 11m
3 PM
3h 15m
5 PM
3h 27m
8 PM
2h 59m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Blaine, MN
Tom Fisk
Montevideo, MN
Cristiano Junior
Trip Overview
The drive from Blaine, MN to Montevideo, MN covers 139.5 miles and takes about 3h 5m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on MN 7, 195th Avenue, Minnesota State Highway 7 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 68 miles on MN 7. At current regular gas prices, budget about $19.95 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
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
69.7 miles from Blaine, MN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 34m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 3h 5m highway drive covering 139.5 miles, with most of the trip on MN 7 and 195th Avenue. The longest continuous stretch is about 68 miles on MN 7.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
MN 7 is the longest continuous segment at about 68 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on MN 7 and 195th Avenue. You will hit about 17 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 6.3 miles in.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 139.5 miles you will encounter 17 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 6.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 6.8 miles (I 694): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 8.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
6.3 mi into trip
|
~9m in
Take the exit toward I 694 West
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 694 West
5
6.8 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
I 694
Merge onto I 694
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
8.7 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Take the exit toward MN 100
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 35A
Toward MN 100
6
18.8 mi into trip
|
~25m in
Take the exit toward MN 7 West
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward MN 7 West
6
139.4 mi into trip
|
~3h 5m in
|
Black Oak Avenue
At end of road, turn left onto Black Oak Avenue
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MN 7 | 68 mi | 1h 28m |
| 195th Avenue | 33.5 mi | 43m |
| Minnesota State Highway 7 | 18.7 mi | 26m |
| MN 100 | 9.5 mi | 11m |
| Central Avenue Northeast | 6.3 mi | 9m |
| I 694 | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Benson Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| North 8th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
MN 7
— 68 mi, about 1h 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Blaine, MN and Montevideo, MN.
1
Start on MN 65
26 ft
·
8 sec
·
Central Avenue Northeast
2
Continue on MN 65
6.3 mi
·
8 min
·
Central Avenue Northeast
Use the left lane.
3
Continue on MN 65
300 ft
·
5 sec
·
Central Avenue Northeast
Use the left lane.
4
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 694 West
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Merge onto I 694
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
I 694
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 35A
Toward MN 100
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Continue on MN 100
9.5 mi
·
11 min
·
MN 100
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward MN 7 West
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Merge onto MN 7
19 mi
·
26 min
·
Minnesota State Highway 7
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Enter roundabout onto MN 7
132 ft
·
2 sec
·
MN 7
11
Continue on MN 7
5.8 mi
·
7 min
·
MN 7
12
Enter roundabout onto MN 7
151 ft
·
2 sec
·
MN 7
13
Continue on MN 7
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
MN 7
14
Enter roundabout onto MN 7
163 ft
·
2 sec
·
MN 7
15
Continue on MN 7
9.0 mi
·
11 min
·
MN 7
16
Enter roundabout onto MN 7
120 ft
·
1 sec
·
MN 7
17
Continue on MN 7
51 mi
·
1 hr 6 min
·
MN 7
Use the straight / left lanes.
18
Enter roundabout onto MN 7
154 ft
·
2 sec
·
195th Avenue
19
Continue on MN 7
33 mi
·
42 min
·
195th Avenue
Use the straight lane.
20
Turn left onto Benson Road
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
Benson Road
21
At end of road, turn left onto Black Oak Avenue
108 ft
·
5 sec
·
Black Oak Avenue
22
Turn right onto North 8th Street
275 ft
·
14 sec
·
North 8th Street
23
Turn right onto Eureka Avenue
59 ft
·
2 sec
·
Eureka Avenue
24
Arrive at destination
Eureka Avenue
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 69.7 miles from Blaine, MN, or about 1h 34m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 68 miles.
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 47m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 69.7 miles or 1h 34m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 32m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Montevideo, MN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Blaine, 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 Blaine, MN
This is one driving day of about 139.5 miles and 3h 5m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Blaine, MN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on MN 7 for about 68 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 69.7 mi from Blaine, MN · 1h 34m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
70 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 69.7 miles from Blaine, MN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before MN 7 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 68 miles.
Arriving in Montevideo, MN
The final approach into Montevideo, 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 Montevideo, 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
$19.95 one way
$39.91 round trip
$3.63/gal
25.4 MPG avg
49 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $3.92 | $21.53 | $43.07 |
| premium | $4.39 | $24.12 | $48.24 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $30.99 | $61.98 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 48.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 41.9 | 0 | $14.65 | $6.70 |
| Efficient EV | 34.9 | 0 | $12.21 | $5.58 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 55.8 | 0 | $19.53 | $8.93 |
Gas CO2
49 kg
EV CO2
16 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
Montevideo, MN
Morning in Montevideo on Monday
Local time
8:11 AM
CDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
39°F
Plymouth, MN
70 mi in
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
5 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
3h 5m 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 Montevideo, MN covers 139.5 miles and takes about 3h 5m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are MN 7, 195th Avenue, Minnesota State Highway 7. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 69.7 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 $19.95 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 139.5 miles you will encounter 17 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 6.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 6.8 miles (I 694): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 8.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Blaine, MN to Montevideo, MN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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