Origin
Brunswick, MN
Late night in Brunswick on Saturday
Local time
12:33 AM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Brunswick, MN to Blaine, MN
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
57m
Distance
46.5 mi
75 km
Drive Score
5/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 53m
★
6 AM
0h 57m
8 AM
1h 7m
10 AM
1h 1m
12 PM
1h 0m
3 PM
1h 1m
5 PM
1h 6m
8 PM
0h 55m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Brunswick, MN
Tom Fisk
Blaine, MN
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Trip Overview
This 46.5-mile drive from Brunswick to Blaine, Minnesota, is an easy day trip, taking just under an hour to complete. Primarily following MN 65 and Legend Street, you'll spend almost all your time on highways, making it a straightforward journey through the Midwest. With a modest fuel cost estimated at $7, this route is budget-friendly and requires no overnight stays. You can expect a consistent driving experience without the need for extensive planning or multiple stops, perfect for a quick transit between destinations within Minnesota.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 57m. Total distance: 46.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
57m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (98%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused drive for 98% of this 57-minute trip. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 45.2 miles on MN 65, indicating a consistent pace for most of your journey. This route emphasizes efficient travel over scenic detours, offering a direct path with minimal variations in road type. You'll likely experience smooth sailing on well-maintained state highways, making it a predictable and uncomplicated drive from start to finish.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 6 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
MN 65 is the longest continuous segment at about 45.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on MN 65 and Legend Street. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near CR 46 / Legend Street.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Brunswick, MN to Blaine, MN is easy. At 57m with 98% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles (CR 46 / Legend Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.3 miles (MN 65): Lane positioning matters here; at 36.2 miles (MN 65): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
4 of 4 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.5 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
CR 46 / Legend Street
Turn left onto CR 46 / Legend Street
Navigation decision point
4
1.3 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
MN 65
Turn left onto MN 65
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
36.2 mi into trip
|
~44m in
|
MN 65
Keep slight right at fork onto MN 65
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
3
46.5 mi into trip
|
~57m in
|
MN 65 / Central Avenue Northeast
Turn left onto MN 65 / Central Avenue Northeast
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MN 65 | 45.2 mi | 54m |
| Legend Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| State Highway 70 | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Central Avenue Northeast | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
MN 65
— 45.2 mi, about 54m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brunswick, MN and Blaine, MN.
1
Start on MN 70
0.5 mi
·
51 sec
·
State Highway 70
2
Turn left onto CR 46
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Legend Street
3
Turn left onto MN 65
35 mi
·
41 min
·
MN 65
Use the right lane.
4
Keep slight right at fork onto MN 65
10 mi
·
12 min
·
MN 65
Use the left lane.
5
Turn left onto MN 65
103 ft
·
10 sec
·
Central Avenue Northeast
6
Arrive at destination
MN 65
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 23.3 mi from Brunswick, MN · 28m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 23.3 miles from Brunswick, MN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Blaine, MN
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Blaine, 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
$6.92 one way
$13.84 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $7.46 | $14.91 |
| premium | $4.53 | $8.30 | $16.59 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.27 | $20.53 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14 | 0 | $4.88 | $2.23 |
| Efficient EV | 11.6 | 0 | $4.07 | $1.86 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.6 | 0 | $6.51 | $2.98 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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
Late night in Blaine on Saturday
Local time
12:33 AM
CDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
65°F
Cambridge, MN
23 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
2 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
57m 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 Brunswick, MN to Blaine, MN covers 46.5 miles and takes about 57m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are MN 65, Legend Street, State Highway 70. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 23.3 miles from Brunswick, MN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.92 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 Brunswick, MN to Blaine, MN is easy. At 57m with 98% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles (CR 46 / Legend Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.3 miles (MN 65): Lane positioning matters here; at 36.2 miles (MN 65): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Brunswick, MN to Blaine, MN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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