How far is Apple Valley, MN from West Co on Rapids, MN?
The driving distance from Apple Valley, MN to West Co on Rapids, MN is about 41.4 miles (66.6 km), with a travel time of about 00h 45m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 30.3 miles (48.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 31m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 45m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
The largest city in Minnesota, Minneapolis is a major center for business, finance, and culture.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Apple Valley and West Co on Rapids.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Apple Valley and West Co on Rapids.
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Start on County Road 42
11 m · 6 sec · County Road 42
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Turn right onto Cedar Avenue
11.8 mi · 15 min · Cedar Avenue
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 62 West
1057 ft · 26 sec
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Merge slight left onto Crosstown Highway
1.4 mi · 2 min · Crosstown Highway
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Keep slight right to continue on I 35W North
1429 ft · 35 sec
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Merge slight left
4.6 mi · 6 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 94 West
1419 ft · 17 sec
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Take the exit slight right toward I 94 West
2240 ft · 54 sec
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Merge slight right
7.7 mi · 10 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 252, I 694 East
97 m · 8 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on MN 252 North
2611 ft · 1 min
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Continue straight
3.3 mi · 4 min
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Keep slight left to continue on MN 610 West
1.1 mi · 2 min
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Merge slight left onto MN-610
2000 ft · 26 sec · MN-610
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Take the exit slight right toward Noble Parkway
1919 ft · 50 sec
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Turn right onto Noble Parkway
1.8 mi · 3 min · Noble Parkway
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Continue on West River Road
1.5 km · 2 min · West River Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West River Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Apple Valley and West Co on Rapids.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Cedar Avenue
Turn right onto Cedar Avenue
11.8 mi · 00h 15m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Areas Of Fog then Mostly Sunny leaving Apple Valley and Chance Rain Showers near West Co on Rapids.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Apple Valley to West Co on Rapids?
The road trip is about 41.4 miles (66.6 km) and usually takes 00h 45m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Minneapolis is a useful midpoint, sitting about 17.5 miles from Apple Valley and 23.9 miles from West Co on Rapids.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 30.3 miles (48.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.1 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:58 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.21 one way or $10.42 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Areas Of Fog then Mostly Sunny around Apple Valley and Chance Rain Showers near West Co on Rapids.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Apple Valley and West Co on Rapids. Straight-line distance: 30.25 mi (48.69 km).
#1 Apple Valley
A city in Dakota County, Minnesota.
| Population | 54,847 |
| Coordinates | 44.7319100, -93.2177200 |
| Altitude | 291 |
| Country | United States |
#2 West Co on Rapids
A city in Anoka County, Minnesota.
| Population | 62,528 |
| Coordinates | 45.1596900, -93.3496700 |
| Altitude | 260 |
| Country | United States |
End: West River Road (-93.349833, 45.159606)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 67 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 22m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 02m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 31m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.57 | $5.21 | $10.42 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $5.72 | $11.45 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $6.41 | $12.82 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $7.10 | $14.20 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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