How far is Co on Rapids, MN from Vadnais Heights, MN?
The driving distance from Co on Rapids, MN to Vadnais Heights, MN is about 15.6 miles (25.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 24m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 11.3 miles (18.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 48m 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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City in Ramsey County, Minnesota, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Co on Rapids and Vadnais Heights.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Co on Rapids and Vadnais Heights.
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Start on Mississippi Boulevard Northwest
704 ft · 33 sec · Mississippi Boulevard Northwest
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Turn right onto East River Road
1.3 mi · 2 min · East River Road
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Turn left onto Osborne Road Northeast
2600 ft · 1 min · Osborne Road Northeast
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Turn right onto University Avenue Northeast
2.7 mi · 4 min · University Avenue Northeast
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Turn left onto I 694 East
1426 ft · 37 sec
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Merge slight left
7.6 mi · 8 min
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Take the exit slight right toward CR 49: Rice Street
1412 ft · 35 sec
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward Rice Street
70 m · 4 sec · Rice Street
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Exit the roundabout onto Rice Street
107 m · 7 sec · Rice Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward West Vadnais Boulevard
6 m · 1 sec · West Vadnais Boulevard
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Exit the roundabout onto West Vadnais Boulevard
1.7 mi · 4 min · West Vadnais Boulevard
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Turn slight left onto Edgerton Street
1.4 km · 2 min · Edgerton Street
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Continue on Stockdale Road
700 ft · 19 sec · Stockdale Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Stockdale Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Co on Rapids and Vadnais Heights.
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 694 East
Merge slight left
7.61 mi · 00h 08m
Route Summary
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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.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Co on Rapids to Vadnais Heights?
The road trip is about 15.6 miles (25.1 km) and usually takes 00h 24m 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?
New Brighton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 7.8 miles from Co on Rapids and 7.8 miles from Vadnais Heights.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 11.3 miles (18.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.3 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 7:42 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.96 one way or $3.93 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 4.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
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Stop Ideas Near New Brighton
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Co on Rapids and Vadnais Heights. Straight-line distance: 11.29 mi (18.17 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 Vadnais Heights
City in Ramsey County, Minnesota, United States of America
| Population | 13,796 |
| Coordinates | 45.0574700, -93.0738300 |
| Altitude | 276 |
| Country | United States |
End: Vadnais Heights (-93.07383, 45.05747)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 25 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 23m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 13m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 11m |
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 | $1.96 | $3.93 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $2.16 | $4.31 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $2.42 | $4.83 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $2.68 | $5.35 |
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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