How far is Bayport, MN from West Co on Rapids, MN?

The driving distance from Bayport, MN to West Co on Rapids, MN is about 35.3 miles (56.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 47m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 29.3 miles (47.2 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 34m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
35.32 mi
00h 47m
Flight
29.33 mi
47.21 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
29.33 mi
Kilometers
47.21 km
Flight Time
00h 03m

Driving Distance

Road route
35.32 mi
Kilometers
56.85 km
Drive Time
00h 47m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 47m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in West Co on Rapids
Wed, Sep 16, 12:39 AM CDT
Return by in Bayport
Wed, Sep 16, 1:26 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Bayport
2026-09-15T23:52
Arrive West Co on Rapids
Wed, Sep 16, 12:39 AM CDT
Route Timing
00h 47m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
8:47 AM to 10:47 AM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
4:56 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Bayport
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Arden Hills
MN

City in Ramsey County, Minnesota, US

From Bayport
17.6 mi
00h 23m
To West Co on Rapids
17.7 mi
00h 23m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
55°F
Overnight

Mostly Cloudy

Starts
Tue, Sep 15 3:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 mph SW
Destination
70°F
Today

Sunny

Starts
Tue, Sep 15 9:00 AM CDT
Wind
10 to 15 mph WNW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Bayport and West Co on Rapids.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Bayport and West Co on Rapids.

  1. 1

    Start on 4th Street North

    87 m · 19 sec · 4th Street North

  2. 2

    Turn left onto 4th Avenue North

    39 m · 11 sec · 4th Avenue North

  3. 3

    Turn left onto 3rd Street North

    1117 ft · 22 sec · 3rd Street North

  4. 4

    Continue on Saint Croix Trail North

    1.1 mi · 2 min · Saint Croix Trail North

  5. 5

    Turn left onto MN 36 West: Minneapolis

    1975 ft · 50 sec

  6. 6

    Merge slight left

    7.7 mi · 10 min

  7. 7

    Take the exit slight right toward I 694 West

    2766 ft · 1 min

  8. 8

    Merge slight right

    5.9 mi · 7 min

  9. 9

    Keep slight right

    3.7 mi · 5 min

  10. 10

    Take the exit slight right

    2.8 mi · 4 min

  11. 11

    Keep slight right to continue on I 35W North, US 10 West

    1.4 mi · 2 min

  12. 12

    Keep slight right to continue on US 10 West

    4.2 mi · 5 min

  13. 13

    Keep slight right to continue on MN-610

    4.3 mi · 5 min · MN-610

  14. 14

    Take the exit slight right toward Noble Parkway

    1919 ft · 50 sec

  15. 15

    Turn right onto Noble Parkway

    1.8 mi · 3 min · Noble Parkway

  16. 16

    Continue on West River Road

    1.5 km · 2 min · West River Road

  17. 17

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · West River Road

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Bayport and West Co on Rapids.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

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.

Directions
17 steps
4 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
5
2 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
48.2 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 694 West
12.9 mi · 37%
MN 36 West
8.07 mi · 23%
MN-610
4.3 mi · 12%
US 10 West
4.22 mi · 12%
Noble Parkway
2.14 mi · 6%
I 35W North
1.4 mi · 4%
Longest Stretch

MN 36 West

Merge slight left

7.7 mi · 00h 10m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
00h 47m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
01h 34m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+6 mi
29.3 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Arden Hills
00h 23m from Bayport
Leave By
4:56 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Cloudy leaving Bayport and Sunny 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 Bayport to West Co on Rapids?

The road trip is about 35.3 miles (56.8 km) and usually takes 00h 47m 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?

Arden Hills is a useful midpoint, sitting about 17.6 miles from Bayport and 17.7 miles from West Co on Rapids.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 29.3 miles (47.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 6 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 4:56 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.28 one way or $10.56 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11.1 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Bayport and Sunny near West Co on Rapids.

Stop Ideas Near Arden Hills

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Arden Hills and the surrounding midpoint area.
Minneapolis City Hall
Scenic stop 8.9 mi away

Minneapolis City Hall

Minneapolis , MN
350 S 5th St, Minneapolis, MN 55415
Rating 4.3/5 28 reviews City Hall,Tourist attraction
St. Louis Park City Hall
Meeting point 13.2 mi away

St. Louis Park City Hall

Saint Louis Park , MN
5005 Minnetonka Blvd, St Louis Park, MN 55416
Rating 2.9/5 21 reviews City government office
Mall of America®
Nearby stop 14.9 mi away

Mall of America®

Bloomington , MN
60 E Broadway, Bloomington, MN 55425, United States
Rating 4.6/5 44,911 reviews Shopping mall

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Arden Hills.

RAIL

Saint Paul Union Depot

10 mi away
Midway Station
RAIL

Red Wing station

73 mi away
420 Levee Street
RAIL

St. Cloud

96 mi away
555 East St. Germain Street
BUS

Menomonie, WI

99 mi away
302 10th Avenue East

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Bayport and West Co on Rapids. Straight-line distance: 29.33 mi (47.21 km).

Bayport

#1 Bayport

City in Washington County, Minnesota, United States

Population3,789
Coordinates45.0213600, -92.7810400
Altitude216
CountryUnited States
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#2 West Co on Rapids

A city in Anoka County, Minnesota.

Population62,528
Coordinates45.1596900, -93.3496700
Altitude260
CountryUnited States
Start: Bayport (-92.78104, 45.02136)
End: West Co on Rapids (-93.34967, 45.15969)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 57 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 10m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 52m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 42m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 35m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 30m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 26m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.25 gal
4.72 L · about $5.28
Round trip
$10.56
2.5 gal · 9.44 L
Estimated CO2
11.1 kg one way
Round trip: 22.2 kg / 49 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.23 $5.28 $10.56
Mid-grade $4.68 $5.85 $11.70
Premium $5.19 $6.48 $12.97
Diesel $6.08 $7.59 $15.19

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Minnesota · Sep 15, 2026

There is no time difference between Bayport and West Co on Rapids. The current time is 23:52:02.

Distance to Other Cities

How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.