Solway to Blaine is 221.8 miles and takes about 4h 29m via US 10 and State Highway 64, with a fuel budget near $33 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Minnesota, moving you across the Midwest region. It's primarily a highway-focused trip, making it a straightforward, single-day journey. Expect a fairly direct path with limited complexity, suitable for those prioritizing efficiency. The estimated fuel cost of $33 suggests a budget-friendly option for a trip of this distance.
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
110.9 miles from Solway, MN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 17m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 29m. Total distance: 221.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 29m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (79%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This route is decidedly highway-focused, with 79% of the drive utilizing major roadways. You'll experience stretches of US 10, including a significant uninterrupted segment of 120.4 miles. While the primary roads are highways, there are also sections on State Highway 64 Southwest and State 64. The overall feel is likely one of consistent progress, with the majority of your time spent on faster-paced roads rather than winding local byways. Expect a driving experience that prioritizes covering ground efficiently.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 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 120.4 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 around 9.7 miles in near US 2 / Paul Bunyan Expressway.
Driving Effort6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 221.8 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: at 9.7 miles (US 2 / Paul Bunyan Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 15.4 miles (US 71): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 158.9 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.
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9.7 mi into trip|~11m in|US 2 / Paul Bunyan Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto US 2 / Paul Bunyan Expressway toward US 2, US 71 South: Grand Rapids, Park Rapids
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 2, US 71 South: Grand Rapids, Park Ra...
5
15.4 mi into trip|~17m in|US 71
Take the exit onto US 71 toward US 71 South, MN 197: Park Rapids, Bemidji
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 71 South, MN 197: Park Rapids, Bemidj...
6
158.9 mi into trip|~3h 12m in|US 10
Keep slight left at fork onto US 10
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
219.4 mi into trip|~4h 25m 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
6
219.9 mi into trip|~4h 26m in|MN 65 / Central Avenue Northeast
Turn left onto MN 65 / Central Avenue Northeast
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Solway, MN to Blaine, MN, road signs begin pointing toward Bemidji along the way.
Bemidji
15.4 mi in|~17m|via US 71
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 10
120.4 mi
2h 22m
State Highway 64 Southwest
33.7 mi
42m
State 64
28.6 mi
35m
Washington Avenue South
13.7 mi
17m
1st Street/US-2
9.7 mi
11m
Paul Bunyan Expressway
5.7 mi
6m
State Highway 200
4.6 mi
5m
Central Avenue Northeast
1.9 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
US 10
— 120.4 mi, about 2h 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Solway, MN and Blaine, MN.
1
Start on CR 5
305 ft·8 sec·Centerline Road North
2
Turn left onto US 2
9.7 mi·11 min·1st Street/US-2
3
Keep slight right at fork onto US 2
5.7 mi·6 min·Paul Bunyan Expressway
Toward US 2, US 71 South: Grand Rapids, Park Rapids
4
Take the exit onto US 71
0.4 mi·48 sec·US 71
Toward US 71 South, MN 197: Park Rapids, Bemidji
5
Turn right onto US 71
14 mi·17 min·Washington Avenue South
6
Continue on MN 200
4.6 mi·5 min·State Highway 200
7
Turn right onto MN 64
16 mi·19 min·State 64
8
At end of road, turn right onto MN 34; MN 64
0.6 mi·58 sec·Broadway Street East
9
Turn left onto MN 64
0.9 mi·1 min·Marie Avenue Southeast
10
Continue on MN 64
13 mi·16 min·State 64
11
Continue on MN 64; MN 87
0.9 mi·1 min·State Highway 87 Southwest / State 64
12
Turn right onto MN 64
34 mi·42 min·State Highway 64 Southwest
13
At end of road, turn right onto MN 210
0.3 mi·20 sec·State Highway 210
14
At end of road, turn left onto US 10
60 mi·1 hr 8 min·US 10
Use the right lane.
15
Keep slight left at fork onto US 10
58 mi·1 hr 10 min·US 10
Use the left lane.
16
Keep slight left at fork onto US 10
2.8 mi·3 min·US 10
17
Take the exit
0.4 mi·1 min
Toward MN 65: Central AvenueUse the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Turn left onto MN 65
1.9 mi·2 min·Central Avenue Northeast
Use the left lane.
19
Arrive at destination
MN 65
Trip Plan
Given the 4h 29m estimated drive time, leaving Solway in the morning will comfortably get you to Blaine with plenty of daylight to spare. With only one recommended stop and a relatively short distance, flexibility is your friend. You can choose to make a quick break or push through if you're feeling energized. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the longest stretch on US 10, and plan your refueling accordingly. A practical tip for this route is to be aware that State Highway 64 can sometimes have more local traffic than the main US highways, so adjust your pace accordingly.
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 110.9 miles from Solway, MN, or about 2h 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 120.4 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 49 miles or 1h in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 110.9 miles or 2h 17m 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 40m
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 Solway, 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 Solway, MN
This is one driving day of about 221.8 miles and 4h 29m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 49 miles from Solway, 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 120.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 110.9 mi from Solway, MN
· 2h 17m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$33.01 one way
$66.02 round trip
$3.78/gal25.4 MPG avg78 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.07
$35.57
$71.13
premium
$4.53
$39.57
$79.15
diesel
$5.61
$48.97
$97.94
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$33
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$58–$83
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 77.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
66.5
0
$23.29
$10.65
Efficient EV
55.5
0
$19.41
$8.87
EV Truck/SUV
88.7
1
$31.05
$14.20
Gas CO2
78 kg
EV CO2
26 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 as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Solway, MN
Morning
in Solway on Friday
Local time
7:22 AM
CDT
Current temp
35°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Blaine, MN
Morning
in Blaine on Friday
Local time
7:22 AM
CDT
Current temp
66°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
31 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 29m 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 Solway, MN to Blaine, MN covers 221.8 miles and takes about 4h 29m 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 110.9 miles from Solway, MN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $33.01 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 221.8 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 9.7 miles (US 2 / Paul Bunyan Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 15.4 miles (US 71): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 158.9 miles (US 10): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Solway, MN to Blaine, MN, road signs begin pointing toward Bemidji along the way.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from
OSRM
over
OpenStreetMap.
Fuel cost uses
EIA
weekly regional averages.
National park proximity is from the
NPS API.
Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our
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