How far is Columbus, MN from Co on Rapids, MN?
The driving distance from Columbus, MN to Co on Rapids, MN is about 20.6 miles (33.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 30m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 15.3 miles (24.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 01m 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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City in Anoka County, Minnesota, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Columbus and Co on Rapids.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Columbus and Co on Rapids.
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Start on Kettle River Boulevard Northeast
1.5 mi · 3 min · Kettle River Boulevard Northeast
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Lake Drive Northeast
5.3 mi · 8 min · Lake Drive Northeast
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Take the ramp right toward I 35W South: Minneapolis
1131 ft · 28 sec
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Merge slight left
6 mi · 6 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 10 West
2437 ft · 59 sec
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Merge slight left
3.5 mi · 4 min
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Keep slight right to continue on MN-610
1321 ft · 16 sec · MN-610
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Take the exit slight right toward CR 51: University Avenue
1993 ft · 50 sec
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Turn left onto University Avenue Northeast
1.5 mi · 3 min · University Avenue Northeast
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Turn right onto 85th Avenue Northwest
2680 ft · 1 min · 85th Avenue Northwest
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Turn slight right onto 85th Avenue Northwest
3017 ft · 1 min · 85th Avenue Northwest
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Turn left onto East River Road
1598 ft · 44 sec · East River Road
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Turn right onto Mississippi Boulevard Northwest
704 ft · 31 sec · Mississippi Boulevard Northwest
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Mississippi Boulevard Northwest
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Columbus and 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.
I 35W South
Merge slight left
5.97 mi · 00h 06m
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.
Clear leaving Columbus and Sunny near Co on Rapids.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Columbus to Co on Rapids?
The road trip is about 20.6 miles (33.2 km) and usually takes 00h 30m 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?
Lexington is a useful midpoint, sitting about 10.3 miles from Columbus and 10.3 miles from Co on Rapids.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 15.3 miles (24.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.3 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 7:28 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.61 one way or $5.21 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 6.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Clear around Columbus and Sunny near Co on Rapids.
Stop Ideas Near Lexington
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Minneapolis City Hall
Ham Lake City Hall
Champlin Utility Billing
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Lexington.
Saint Paul Union Depot
Red Wing station
St. Cloud
Menomonie, WI
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Columbus and Co on Rapids. Straight-line distance: 15.32 mi (24.65 km).
#1 Columbus
City in Anoka County, Minnesota, United States
| Population | 4,211 |
| Coordinates | 45.2652200, -93.0501500 |
| Altitude | 278 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Co on Rapids
The most populous city in Sherburne County, Minnesota.
| Population | 62,935 |
| Coordinates | 45.1199700, -93.2877300 |
| Altitude | 262 |
| Country | United States |
End: Co on Rapids (-93.28773, 45.11997)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 33 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 24m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 20m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 17m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 15m |
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 | $2.61 | $5.21 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $2.86 | $5.72 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $3.21 | $6.41 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $3.55 | $7.10 |
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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