How far is Co on Rapids, MN from International Falls, MN?
The driving distance from Co on Rapids, MN to International Falls, MN is about 291.2 miles (468.6 km), with a travel time of about 05h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 240.6 miles (387.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 11h 33m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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Halfway Point
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Co on Rapids and International Falls.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Co on Rapids and International Falls.
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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
16.5 mi · 18 min
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Keep slight left
105 mi · 1 hr 52 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 33: Cloquet, Iron Range
2915 ft · 58 sec
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
39 m · 2 sec
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Exit the roundabout
18.9 mi · 25 min
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Take the exit straight
1929 ft · 30 sec
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Merge slight right
37.4 mi · 43 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
34 m · 1 sec
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Exit the roundabout
100.4 mi · 2 hr 7 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Speaker Irvin N. Anderson Memorial Highway
46 m · 2 sec · Speaker Irvin N. Anderson Memorial Highway
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Exit the roundabout onto Speaker Irvin N. Anderson Memorial Highway
2.2 mi · 3 min · Speaker Irvin N. Anderson Memorial Highway
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Continue on 2nd Avenue
1.2 km · 2 min · 2nd Avenue
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Continue on 3rd Avenue
1.1 km · 56 sec · 3rd Avenue
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Turn left onto 5th Street
1844 ft · 1 min · 5th Street
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Turn right onto 8th Avenue
34 m · 6 sec · 8th Avenue
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Turn right
23 m · 6 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Co on Rapids and International Falls.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
I 35W North
Keep slight left
105 mi · 01h 52m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Chance Rain And Snow Showers leaving Co on Rapids and Slight Chance Light Snow near International Falls.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Co on Rapids to International Falls?
The road trip is about 291.2 miles (468.6 km) and usually takes 05h 46m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Grand Lake is a useful midpoint, sitting about 145.5 miles from Co on Rapids and 145.6 miles from International Falls.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 240.6 miles (387.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 50.6 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 5:26 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $36.65 one way or $73.31 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 91.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain And Snow Showers around Co on Rapids and Slight Chance Light Snow near International Falls.
Stop Ideas Near Grand Lake
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Grand Lake.
Duluth (Greyhound Station), Minnesota
Duluth (University of Minnesota), Minnesota
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Co on Rapids and International Falls. Straight-line distance: 240.59 mi (387.19 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 International Falls
City in and county seat of Koochiching County, Minnesota, United States
| Population | 5,714 |
| Coordinates | 48.6010500, -93.4109800 |
| Altitude | 342 |
| Country | United States |
End: International Falls (-93.41098, 48.60105)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 469 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09h 42m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 16m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 49m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 51m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 09m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 37m |
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 | $36.65 | $73.31 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $40.27 | $80.54 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $45.11 | $90.21 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $49.95 | $99.91 |
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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