How far is Co on Rapids, MN from New London, MN?

The driving distance from Co on Rapids, MN to New London, MN is about 102.1 miles (164.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 57m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 81.6 miles (131.3 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 55m 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
102.1 mi
01h 57m
Flight
81.59 mi
131.31 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
81.59 mi
Kilometers
131.31 km
Flight Time
00h 09m

Driving Distance

Road route
102.1 mi
Kilometers
164.32 km
Drive Time
01h 57m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 57m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in New London
Thu, Apr 16, 5:00 AM CDT
Return by in Co on Rapids
Thu, Apr 16, 6:58 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Co on Rapids
2026-04-16T03:02
Arrive New London
Thu, Apr 16, 5:00 AM CDT
Route Timing
01h 57m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:58 AM to 11:58 AM CDT

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

Leave by
2:34 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Co on Rapids
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
Saint Augusta
MN

City in Minnesota, United States

From Co on Rapids
51 mi
00h 58m
To New London
51.1 mi
00h 58m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
76°F
Thursday

Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 16 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
0 to 10 mph ESE
Destination
77°F
Thursday

Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 16 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 20 mph SSE

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Co on Rapids and New London.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Co on Rapids and New London.

  1. 1

    Start on Mississippi Boulevard Northwest

    704 ft · 31 sec · Mississippi Boulevard Northwest

  2. 2

    Turn left onto East River Road

    1.4 mi · 3 min · East River Road

  3. 3

    Turn left onto MN 610 West

    2255 ft · 59 sec

  4. 4

    Merge slight left onto MN-610

    10.6 mi · 12 min · MN-610

  5. 5

    Merge slight left onto I-94 W

    12.6 mi · 13 min · I-94 W

  6. 6

    Keep slight left

    36 mi · 39 min

  7. 7

    Take the exit slight right toward MN 23 West: Paynesville

    865 ft · 21 sec

  8. 8

    Merge slight left

    15.4 mi · 19 min

  9. 9

    Continue on MN 23

    1.1 mi · 1 min · MN 23

  10. 10

    Continue straight

    23.5 mi · 27 min

  11. 11

    Turn right

    1.3 km · 1 min

  12. 12

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Main Street South

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Co on Rapids and New London.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
12 steps
3 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
4
3 merges, 1 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
11.8 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I-94 W
48.6 mi · 48%
MN 23
24.6 mi · 24%
MN 23 West
15.5 mi · 15%
MN-610
10.6 mi · 10%
East River Road
1.38 mi · 1%
MN 610 West
0.43 mi
Longest Stretch

I-94 W

Keep slight left

36 mi · 00h 39m

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
01h 57m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
03h 56m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+20.5 mi
81.6 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Saint Augusta
00h 58m from Co on Rapids
Leave By
2:34 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving Co on Rapids and Sunny near New London.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Co on Rapids to New London?

The road trip is about 102.1 miles (164.3 km) and usually takes 01h 57m 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?

Saint Augusta is a useful midpoint, sitting about 51 miles from Co on Rapids and 51.1 miles from New London.

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

The direct path is about 81.6 miles (131.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 20.5 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 2:34 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.85 one way or $25.70 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 32 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around Co on Rapids and Sunny near New London.

Stop Ideas Near Saint Augusta

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

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Saint Augusta, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Saint Augusta.

RAIL

St. Cloud

10 mi away
555 East St. Germain Street
RAIL

Saint Paul Union Depot

95 mi away
Midway Station
RAIL

Staples

109 mi away
First & Fourth Aves

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Co on Rapids and New London. Straight-line distance: 81.59 mi (131.31 km).

Co on Rapids

#1 Co on Rapids

The most populous city in Sherburne County, Minnesota.

Population62,935
Coordinates45.1199700, -93.2877300
Altitude262
CountryUnited States
New London

#2 New London

City in Kandiyohi County, Minnesota, United States

Population3,005
Coordinates45.3010800, -94.9441800
Altitude368
CountryUnited States
Start: Co on Rapids (-93.28773, 45.11997)
End: New London (-94.94418, 45.30108)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 164 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)03h 24m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)02h 33m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 02m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 42m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 27m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 16m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
3.6 gal
13.64 L · about $12.85
Round trip
$25.70
7.2 gal · 27.28 L
Estimated CO2
32 kg one way
Round trip: 64 kg / 141 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.57 $12.85 $25.70
Mid-grade $3.92 $14.12 $28.23
Premium $4.39 $15.81 $31.62
Diesel $4.86 $17.51 $35.02

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 · Apr 16, 2026

There is no time difference between Co on Rapids and New London. The current time is 03:02:33.

Distance to Other Cities

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