Trip from Blaine, MN to Bagley, MN

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Drive Time

4h 45m

Distance

234.6 mi

378 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$35

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min

4 AM

4h 32m ★

6 AM

4h 45m

8 AM

5h 12m

10 AM

4h 55m

12 PM

4h 52m

3 PM

4h 56m

5 PM

5h 11m

8 PM

4h 37m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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city in Anoka County, Minnesota, United States

Blaine, MN

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Bagley, MN

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Trip Overview

The drive from Blaine, MN to Bagley, MN covers 234.6 miles and takes about 4h 45m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on US 10, State Highway 64 Southwest, State 64 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 120.3 miles on US 10. At current regular gas prices, budget about $34.91 one way before food or hotel costs.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

117.3 miles from Blaine, MN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 20m into the drive .

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Drive Character

This is a 4h 45m highway drive covering 234.6 miles, with most of the trip on US 10 and State Highway 64 Southwest. The longest continuous stretch is about 120.3 miles on US 10.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

US 10 is the longest continuous segment at about 120.3 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 10 and State Highway 64 Southwest. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near MN 65 / Central Avenue Northeast.

Route Complexity 6/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 234.6 miles you will encounter 13 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: near the start (MN 65 / Central Avenue Northeast): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 2.9 miles (US 10): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 13 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

0 mi into trip | ~0m in | MN 65 / Central Avenue Northeast

Continue onto MN 65 / Central Avenue Northeast

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

1.8 mi into trip | ~2m in

Take the exit toward US 10 West

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane. Toward US 10 West

2.9 mi into trip | ~4m in | US 10

Keep slight left at fork onto US 10

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

90.9 mi into trip | ~1h 50m in | US 10

Keep slight left at fork onto US 10

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

205.9 mi into trip | ~4h 11m in | US 71

Turn left onto US 71 toward US 2, US 71: Crookston

Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward US 2, US 71: Crookston

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
US 10	120.3 mi	2h 22m
State Highway 64 Southwest	33.7 mi	42m
State 64	28.6 mi	35m
Paul Bunyan Expressway	15.7 mi	18m
US 71	14.2 mi	18m
US-2	11.8 mi	13m
State Highway 200	4.6 mi	5m
Central Avenue Northeast	1.8 mi	2m

Longest stretch: US 10 — 120.3 mi, about 2h 22m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Blaine, MN and Bagley, MN.

Start on MN 65

26 ft · 8 sec · Central Avenue Northeast

Continue on MN 65

1.8 mi · 2 min · Central Avenue Northeast

Use the left lane.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 42 sec

Toward US 10 West Use the right lane.

Merge onto US 10

0.8 mi · 49 sec · US 10

Keep slight left at fork onto US 10

88 mi · 1 hr 46 min · US 10

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto US 10

32 mi · 35 min · US 10

Turn right onto MN 210

0.3 mi · 35 sec · State Highway 210

Turn left onto MN 64

34 mi · 42 min · State Highway 64 Southwest

At end of road, turn left onto MN 64; MN 87

0.9 mi · 1 min · State Highway 87 Southwest / State 64

Continue on MN 64; MN 87

13 mi · 16 min · State 64

Continue on MN 64

0.9 mi · 1 min · Marie Avenue Southeast

Turn right onto MN 34; MN 64

0.6 mi · 55 sec · Broadway Street East

Turn left onto MN 64

16 mi · 19 min · State 64

At end of road, turn left onto MN 200

4.6 mi · 5 min · State Highway 200

Continue on US 71

14 mi · 17 min · US 71

Turn left onto US 71

0.3 mi · 41 sec · US 71

Toward US 2, US 71: Crookston

Merge onto US 2; US 71

16 mi · 18 min · Paul Bunyan Expressway;Voyageur Highway

Continue on US-2

12 mi · 13 min · US-2

Continue on US 2

0.8 mi · 1 min · US 2

Turn left onto MN 92

63 ft · 1 sec · Main Avenue South

Arrive at destination

MN 92

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 117.3 miles from Blaine, MN, or about 2h 20m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 120.3 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 37m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 117.3 miles or 2h 20m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 54m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bagley, MN than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Blaine, MN so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 234.6 miles and 4h 45m.

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 US 10 for about 120.3 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 117.3 mi from Blaine, MN · 2h 20m into the drive

city in Stearns County, Minnesota, United States of America

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Avon, MN

117 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

Avon, MN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Avon, MN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 117.3 miles from Blaine, MN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before US 10 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 120.3 miles.

Arriving in Bagley, MN

The final approach into Bagley, 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 Bagley, MN.

After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$34.91 one way

$69.83 round trip

$3.78/gal 25.4 MPG avg 82 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.07	$37.62	$75.24
premium	$4.53	$41.86	$83.72
diesel	$5.61	$51.80	$103.59

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$35

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$60–$85

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 82.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $25 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	70.4	0	$24.63	$11.26
Efficient EV	58.7	0	$20.53	$9.38
EV Truck/SUV	93.8	1	$32.84	$15.01

Gas CO2

82 kg

EV CO2

27 kg (67% less)

Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

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.

Forecast data refreshed 15 hours ago

Origin

Blaine, MN

Morning in Blaine on Wednesday

Local time

10:31 AM

CDT

Current temp

45°F

Partly Cloudy then Areas Of Fog

N 0 to 5 mph 4% chance Live forecast

Tornado Watch

Tornado Watch issued April 14 at 6:24PM CDT until April 14 at 10:00PM CDT by NWS La Crosse WI

Dense Fog Advisory

Dense Fog Advisory issued April 14 at 6:02PM CDT until April 15 at 10:00AM CDT by NWS Duluth MN

Destination

Bagley, MN

Morning in Bagley on Wednesday

Local time

10:31 AM

CDT

Current temp

58°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

37°F

Avon, MN

117 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

13 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

4h 45m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

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 Bagley, MN covers 234.6 miles and takes about 4h 45m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are US 10, State Highway 64 Southwest, State 64. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 117.3 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 $34.91 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.