How far is Co on Rapids, MN from Columbus, MN?
The driving distance from Co on Rapids, MN to Columbus, MN is about 21.5 miles (34.6 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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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Co on Rapids and Columbus.
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Start on Mississippi Boulevard Northwest
704 ft · 31 sec · Mississippi Boulevard Northwest
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Turn left onto East River Road
1.4 mi · 3 min · East River Road
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Turn right onto Foley Boulevard
1.2 mi · 2 min · Foley Boulevard
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Take the ramp right toward US 10 East
47 m · 4 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on US 10 East
1438 ft · 35 sec
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Merge slight left
4.2 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit slight left toward I 35W North: Duluth
1.3 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left
6.2 mi · 7 min
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Take the exit slight right toward CR 23
971 ft · 26 sec
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Turn left onto Lake Drive Northeast
5.5 mi · 8 min · Lake Drive Northeast
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Turn left onto Kettle River Boulevard Northeast
1.5 mi · 3 min · Kettle River Boulevard Northeast
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Kettle River Boulevard Northeast
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Co on Rapids and Columbus.
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 North
Merge slight left
6.24 mi · 00h 07m
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.
Sunny leaving Co on Rapids and Clear near Columbus.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Co on Rapids to Columbus?
The road trip is about 21.5 miles (34.6 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 10.7 miles from Co on Rapids and 10.7 miles from Columbus.
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 6.2 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 $2.71 one way or $5.42 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 6.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Co on Rapids and Clear near Columbus.
Stop Ideas Near Lexington
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
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Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Lexington.
Saint Paul Union Depot
Red Wing station
St. Cloud
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Co on Rapids and Columbus. Straight-line distance: 15.32 mi (24.65 km).
#1 Co on Rapids
The most populous city in Sherburne County, Minnesota.
| Population | 62,935 |
| Coordinates | 45.1199700, -93.2877300 |
| Altitude | 262 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Columbus
City in Anoka County, Minnesota, United States
| Population | 4,211 |
| Coordinates | 45.2652200, -93.0501500 |
| Altitude | 278 |
| Country | United States |
End: Columbus (-93.05015, 45.26522)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 35 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 25m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 16m |
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 | $2.71 | $5.42 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $2.98 | $5.96 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $3.34 | $6.68 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $3.70 | $7.39 |
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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