How far is International Falls, MN from West Co on Rapids, MN?
The driving distance from International Falls, MN to West Co on Rapids, MN is about 293.8 miles (472.9 km), with a travel time of about 05h 49m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 237.8 miles (382.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 11h 38m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CST.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 05h 49m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Slight Chance Rain And Snow
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between International Falls and West Co on Rapids.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between International Falls and West Co on Rapids.
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Start on the route
23 m · 11 sec
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Turn left onto 8th Avenue
34 m · 9 sec · 8th Avenue
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Turn left onto 5th Street
1844 ft · 1 min · 5th Street
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Turn right onto 3rd Avenue
1.1 km · 50 sec · 3rd Avenue
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Continue on 2nd Avenue
1.2 km · 2 min · 2nd Avenue
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Continue on Speaker Irvin N. Anderson Memorial Highway
2.2 mi · 3 min · Speaker Irvin N. Anderson Memorial Highway
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Speaker Irvin N. Anderson Memorial Highway
41 m · 2 sec · Speaker Irvin N. Anderson Memorial Highway
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Exit the roundabout onto Speaker Irvin N. Anderson Memorial Highway
95.8 mi · 2 hr · Speaker Irvin N. Anderson Memorial Highway
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Continue straight
4.6 mi · 7 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
35 m · 1 sec
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Exit the roundabout
37.3 mi · 43 min
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Take the exit slight right
15.3 mi · 19 min
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Continue straight
3.9 mi · 7 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward I 35 South
24 m · 1 sec
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Exit the roundabout onto I 35 South
2829 ft · 40 sec
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Merge slight left
109.7 mi · 1 hr 58 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 35W: Minneapolis
11.3 mi · 12 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
4.3 mi · 5 min · MN-610
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Take the exit slight right toward Noble Parkway
1919 ft · 50 sec
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Turn right onto Noble Parkway
1.8 mi · 3 min · Noble Parkway
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Continue on West River Road
1.5 km · 2 min · West River Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West River Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between International Falls and West Co on Rapids.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 35 South
Merge slight left
110 mi · 01h 58m
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.
Slight Chance Rain And Snow leaving International Falls and Mostly Sunny near West Co on Rapids.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from International Falls to West Co on Rapids?
The road trip is about 293.8 miles (472.9 km) and usually takes 05h 49m 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 146.9 miles from International Falls and 147 miles from West Co on Rapids.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 237.8 miles (382.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 56 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 CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 5:22 AM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $40.11 one way or $80.22 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 92.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain And Snow around International Falls and Mostly Sunny near West Co on Rapids.
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 International Falls and West Co on Rapids. Straight-line distance: 237.79 mi (382.69 km).
#1 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 |
#2 West Co on Rapids
A city in Anoka County, Minnesota.
| Population | 62,528 |
| Coordinates | 45.1596900, -93.3496700 |
| Altitude | 260 |
| Country | United States |
End: West Co on Rapids (-93.34967, 45.15969)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 473 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09h 47m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 20m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 52m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 53m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 11m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 39m |
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 | $3.87 | $40.11 | $80.22 |
| Mid-grade | $4.35 | $45.14 | $90.28 |
| Premium | $4.88 | $50.63 | $101.25 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $62.25 | $124.50 |
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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