How far is Columbia Heights, MN from West Co on Rapids, MN?
The driving distance from Columbia Heights, MN to West Co on Rapids, MN is about 11.1 miles (17.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 16m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 9.3 miles (14.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 33m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Halfway Point
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The most populous city in Sherburne County, Minnesota.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Columbia Heights and West Co on Rapids.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Columbia Heights and West Co on Rapids.
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Start on University Avenue Northeast
2 mi · 4 min · University Avenue Northeast
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Turn left onto I 694 West
1724 ft · 44 sec
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Merge slight left
3205 ft · 44 sec
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 252
1693 ft · 41 sec
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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 Columbia Heights 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.
MN 252
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3.28 mi · 00h 04m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Partly Sunny leaving Columbia Heights and Mostly Cloudy 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 Columbia Heights to West Co on Rapids?
The road trip is about 11.1 miles (17.8 km) and usually takes 00h 16m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Co on Rapids is a useful midpoint, sitting about 5.5 miles from Columbia Heights and 5.5 miles from West Co on Rapids.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 9.3 miles (14.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.8 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:56 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.39 one way or $2.78 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 3.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Columbia Heights and Mostly Cloudy near West Co on Rapids.
Stop Ideas Near Co on Rapids
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Columbia Heights and West Co on Rapids. Straight-line distance: 9.24 mi (14.87 km).
#1 Columbia Heights
City in Anoka County, Minnesota
| Population | 20,381 |
| Coordinates | 45.0408000, -93.2630000 |
| Altitude | 281 |
| 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: 18 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 16m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 13m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 11m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 09m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 08m |
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 | $1.39 | $2.78 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $1.53 | $3.06 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $1.71 | $3.43 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $1.90 | $3.79 |
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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