Origin
Oakdale, MN
Afternoon in Oakdale on Friday
Local time
1:02 PM
CDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Oakdale, MN to Blaine, MN
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
31m
Distance
24.2 mi
39 km
Drive Score
5/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 29m
★
6 AM
0h 31m
8 AM
0h 37m
10 AM
0h 33m
12 PM
0h 33m
3 PM
0h 33m
5 PM
0h 36m
8 PM
0h 30m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Oakdale, MN
Tom Fisk
Blaine, MN
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Trip Overview
This 24.2-mile drive from Oakdale, MN, to Blaine, MN, is a quick trip, estimated to take just 31 minutes. As both locations are within the Midwest and Minnesota, you'll be staying within a familiar region. The route is primarily highway-focused, with 89% of the journey on major roads like I-694 and US-10. With a modest fuel cost of around $4, this trip is perfectly suited for a single day. You won't need to worry about overnight stays, making it a convenient option for a short hop within the state.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 31m. Total distance: 24.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
31m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (89%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience on this 24.2-mile journey. Nearly all of the drive, 89%, utilizes major interstates and highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 14.5 miles along I-694, offering a consistent pace. The route progresses through a mix of major thoroughfares, including I-694, US-10, and Central Avenue Northeast, providing a straightforward driving experience with minimal detours or complex intersections.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 694 is the longest continuous segment at about 14.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 694 and US 10. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in.
Driving Effort
9/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 9 decision points packed into just 24.2 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 31m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 11.4 miles (I 694): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 17.9 miles (US 10): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.4 mi into trip
|
~0m in
Take the ramp toward I 694 North
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 694 North
6
11.4 mi into trip
|
~14m in
|
I 694
Keep slight right at fork onto I 694
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
8
17.9 mi into trip
|
~23m in
|
US 10
Keep slight right at fork onto US 10 toward I 35W North, US 10 West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Toward I 35W North, US 10 West
7
19.3 mi into trip
|
~24m in
|
US 10
Keep slight right at fork onto US 10 toward US 10 West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 10 West
6
22.1 mi into trip
|
~27m in
Take the exit toward MN 65: Central Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward MN 65: Central Avenue
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 694 | 14.5 mi | 18m |
| US 10 | 7 mi | 8m |
| Central Avenue Northeast | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| 10th Street North | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 694
— 14.5 mi, about 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Oakdale, MN and Blaine, MN.
1
Start on CH 10
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
10th Street North
2
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
Toward I 694 North
Use the right lane.
3
Merge onto I 694
11 mi
·
13 min
·
I 694
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Keep slight right at fork onto I 694
3.7 mi
·
4 min
·
I 694
Use the slight right lane.
5
Take the exit onto US 10
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
US 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight right at fork onto US 10
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
US 10
Toward I 35W North, US 10 West
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto US 10
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
US 10
Toward US 10 West
Use the slight right lane.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Toward MN 65: Central Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork
222 ft
·
6 sec
10
Turn right onto MN 65
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Central Avenue Northeast
Use the left lane.
11
Arrive at destination
MN 65
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.60 one way
$7.20 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $3.88 | $7.76 |
| premium | $4.53 | $4.32 | $8.64 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.34 | $10.69 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.3 | 0 | $2.54 | $1.16 |
| Efficient EV | 6.1 | 0 | $2.12 | $0.97 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.7 | 0 | $3.39 | $1.55 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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
Afternoon in Blaine on Friday
Local time
1:02 PM
CDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
21 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
31m 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 Oakdale, MN to Blaine, MN covers 24.2 miles and takes about 31m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 694, US 10, Central Avenue Northeast. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 12.1 miles from Oakdale, MN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.60 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.
This is a short but busy drive. With 9 decision points packed into just 24.2 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 31m.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 11.4 miles (I 694): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 17.9 miles (US 10): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Oakdale, 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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