Cities Near Duluth
Cities near Duluth, Minnesota: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Blaine, Saint Cloud, Brooklyn Park. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Duluth, Minnesota is Blaine, about 125 mi (200 km) away — roughly 2 hr 54 min by road. Below, 10 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blaine | 125 mi / 200 km | 2 hr 54 min | Drive/rail | Weekend getaway |
| Saint Cloud | 130 mi / 209 km | 3 hr 1 min | Drive/rail | Weekend getaway |
| Brooklyn Park | 131 mi / 211 km | 3 hr 3 min | Drive/rail | Weekend getaway |
| Woodbury | 135 mi / 217 km | 3 hr 8 min | Drive/rail | Weekend getaway |
| Minneapolis | 136 mi / 220 km | 3 hr 10 min | Drive/rail | Weekend getaway |
| Plymouth | 139 mi / 223 km | 3 hr 13 min | Drive/rail | Weekend getaway |
| Eau Claire | 139 mi / 224 km | 3 hr 14 min | Drive/rail | Weekend getaway |
| Edina | 144 mi / 232 km | 3 hr 21 min | Drive/rail | Weekend getaway |
| Eagan | 146 mi / 235 km | 3 hr 24 min | Drive/rail | Weekend getaway |
| Lakeville | 157 mi / 253 km | 3 hr 39 min | 47 min | Weekend getaway |
Weekend getaways from Duluth
Far enough for a change of scene but still an easy hop: Blaine, Saint Cloud, Brooklyn Park, Woodbury, Minneapolis. Worth an overnight or a full weekend.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Duluth include Blaine, Saint Cloud, Brooklyn Park, Woodbury, Minneapolis. The closest is Blaine, about 125 miles (200 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.