Origin
Roseville, MN
Afternoon in Roseville on Sunday
Local time
4:25 PM
CDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Roseville, MN to Blaine, MN
Drive Time
18m
Distance
13.8 mi
22 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 17m
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6 AM
0h 19m
8 AM
0h 22m
10 AM
0h 20m
12 PM
0h 19m
3 PM
0h 20m
5 PM
0h 22m
8 PM
0h 18m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Roseville, MN
Tom Fisk
Blaine, MN
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick connection between Roseville and Blaine, this 13.8-mile trek is about as efficient as it gets. Clocking in at just 18 minutes, the route is perfectly suited for a single-day commute or a short errand run. You will primarily utilize I-35W, US 10, and Central Avenue Northeast to bridge these two Midwestern hubs. With a modest fuel cost of approximately $2, it is an incredibly budget-friendly trip that requires no overnight stops. Whether you are traveling for business or local transit, the straightforward nature of the drive makes it a hassle-free experience.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
6.9 miles from Roseville, MN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 9m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused drive, as 74% of your journey is spent on high-speed thoroughfares. The experience is defined by efficiency rather than scenery, featuring a longest uninterrupted stretch of 6.5 miles on I-35W. As you transition from the interstate onto US 10 and Central Avenue Northeast, the road dynamics shift from high-speed arterial flow to typical suburban transit. You will spend the vast majority of your time behind the wheel focused on navigating these major corridors. It is a functional, no-frills path designed to get you from point A to point B with minimal deviation.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 35W is the longest continuous segment at about 6.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 35W and US 10. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near MN 51 / Snelling Avenue North.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 10 significant decision points across 13.8 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles (MN 51 / Snelling Avenue North): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 1.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.5 mi into trip
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~1m in
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MN 51 / Snelling Avenue North
Turn right onto MN 51 / Snelling Avenue North
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
0.8 mi into trip
|
~1m in
Take the exit toward MN 36 West: Minneapolis
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward MN 36 West: Minneapolis
6
1.7 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the exit toward I 35W North: Cleveland Avenue North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 35W North: Cleveland Avenue North
7
8.8 mi into trip
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~12m in
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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
11.7 mi into trip
|
~15m 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 35W | 6.5 mi | 7m |
| US 10 | 2.8 mi | 3m |
| Central Avenue Northeast | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| MN 36 | 0.8 mi | <1m |
| County Road B West | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Snelling Avenue North | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Hamline Avenue North | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 35W
— 6.5 mi, about 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Roseville, MN and Blaine, MN.
1
Start on CH 50
78 ft
·
7 sec
·
Hamline Avenue North
2
Turn left onto CH 25
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
County Road B West
Use the none lane.
3
Turn right onto MN 51
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
Snelling Avenue North
Use the right lane.
4
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Toward MN 36 West: Minneapolis
Use the right lane.
5
Merge onto MN 36
0.8 mi
·
57 sec
·
MN 36
Use the none / straight / right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 35W North: Cleveland Avenue North
Use the slight right lane.
7
Merge onto I 35W
6.5 mi
·
7 min
·
I 35W
Use the none lane.
8
Keep slight right at fork onto US 10
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
US 10
Toward US 10 West
Use the slight right lane.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Toward MN 65: Central Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork
222 ft
·
6 sec
11
Turn right onto MN 65
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Central Avenue Northeast
Use the none lane.
12
Arrive at destination
MN 65
Trip Plan
Because this is a short, 18-minute drive, you have significant flexibility in your departure schedule. You can easily complete the entire trip without needing to plan for rest stops or meal breaks along the way. Keep in mind that since the route relies heavily on major highways, checking live traffic conditions before you leave is the best way to ensure you maintain that 18-minute estimate. Given the $2 fuel budget, there is no need to worry about intensive refilling logistics before you head out. Use the simplicity of this route to your advantage by focusing on your destination arrival time rather than the travel process itself.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 6.9 miles from Roseville, MN, or about 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 6.5 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 13.8 miles or 18m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 6.9 miles or 9m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 15m
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 Roseville, 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 Roseville, MN
This is one driving day of about 13.8 miles and 18m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Roseville, MN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on I 35W for about 6.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 6.9 mi from Roseville, MN · 9m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
7 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 13.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 6.9 miles from Roseville, 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
$1.97 one way
$3.95 round trip
$3.63/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $3.92 | $2.13 | $4.26 |
| premium | $4.39 | $2.39 | $4.77 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $3.07 | $6.13 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.1 | 0 | $1.45 | $0.66 |
| Efficient EV | 3.5 | 0 | $1.21 | $0.55 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.5 | 0 | $1.93 | $0.88 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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 Sunday
Local time
4:25 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
33 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
18m 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 Roseville, MN to Blaine, MN covers 13.8 miles and takes about 18m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 35W, 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 6.9 miles from Roseville, MN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.97 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 demanding drive. With 10 significant decision points across 13.8 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles (MN 51 / Snelling Avenue North): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 1.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Roseville, MN to Blaine, MN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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