Origin
Roseau, MN
Afternoon in Roseau on Monday
Local time
3:33 PM
CDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Roseau, MN to Blaine, MN
Drive Time
6h 2m
Distance
357.3 mi
575 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$51
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 50m
★
6 AM
6h 3m
8 AM
6h 28m
10 AM
6h 12m
12 PM
6h 9m
3 PM
6h 13m
5 PM
6h 27m
8 PM
5h 55m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Blaine, MN
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
The drive from Roseau, MN to Blaine, MN covers 357.3 miles and takes about 6h 2m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on 3rd Street Northwest, 310th Street, 3rd Street East for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $51.11 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
178.7 miles from Roseau, MN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 1m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 6h 2m drive with frequent turns across 357.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
3rd Street Northwest is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 2m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Roseau, MN to Blaine, MN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 3rd Street Northwest | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| 310th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| 3rd Street East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| the route | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Ash Avenue Northwest | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Mason Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| MN 65 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Central Avenue Northeast | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
3rd Street Northwest
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Roseau, MN and Blaine, MN.
1
Start on Main Avenue South
0.1 mi
·
37 sec
·
Main Avenue South
2
Turn left onto 3rd Street Northwest
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
3rd Street Northwest
3
Continue on 310th Street
22 mi
·
28 min
·
310th Street
4
Turn straight
41 mi
·
46 min
5
Turn left onto 3rd Street East
9.5 mi
·
11 min
·
3rd Street East
6
Turn left
85 mi
·
1 hr 36 min
7
Turn left
45 mi
·
51 min
8
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward the route
102 ft
·
2 sec
·
the route
9
Exit the roundabout
66 ft
·
1 sec
10
Turn straight onto Ash Avenue Northwest
7.3 mi
·
8 min
·
Ash Avenue Northwest
11
Continue on West Mason Avenue
78 mi
·
1 hr 29 min
·
West Mason Avenue
12
Keep slight left
58 mi
·
1 hr 10 min
13
Keep slight left
2.8 mi
·
3 min
14
Take the exit slight right toward MN 65: Central Avenue
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
MN 65: Central Avenue
15
Turn left onto Central Avenue Northeast
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Central Avenue Northeast
16
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 178.7 miles from Roseau, MN, or about 3h 1m into the drive.
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 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 178.7 miles or 3h 1m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 1m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Blaine, MN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Roseau, MN so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 Roseau, MN
This is one driving day of about 357.3 miles and 6h 2m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Roseau, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 178.7 mi from Roseau, MN · 3h 1m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
179 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 178.7 miles from Roseau, MN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Blaine, MN
The final approach into Blaine, 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 Blaine, 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
$51.11 one way
$102.21 round trip
$3.63/gal
25.4 MPG avg
125 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $3.92 | $55.16 | $110.31 |
| premium | $4.39 | $61.78 | $123.56 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $79.38 | $158.76 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$51
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$76–$101
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 125 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $38 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 107.2 | 1 | $37.52 | $17.15 |
| Efficient EV | 89.3 | 1 | $31.26 | $14.29 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 142.9 | 1 | $50.02 | $22.87 |
Gas CO2
125 kg
EV CO2
42 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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 Monday
Local time
3:33 PM
CDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
12 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
6h 2m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Roseau, MN to Blaine, MN covers 357.3 miles and takes about 6h 2m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are 3rd Street Northwest, 310th Street, 3rd Street East. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 178.7 miles from Roseau, MN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $51.11 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
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.
The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 2m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Roseau, MN to Blaine, MN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Roseau, MN to Blaine, MN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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