How far is Minneapolis, MN from Co on Rapids, MN?
The driving distance from Minneapolis, MN to Co on Rapids, MN is about 13.6 miles (21.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 18m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 9.8 miles (15.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 36m 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
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Anoka County, Minnesota
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Minneapolis and Co on Rapids.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Minneapolis and Co on Rapids.
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Start on Washington Avenue South
1977 ft · 1 min · Washington Avenue South
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Turn left onto North 1st Avenue
130 m · 18 sec · North 1st Avenue
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Turn right onto North 3rd Street
127 m · 16 sec · North 3rd Street
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Take the ramp straight toward I 94 West
1.8 mi · 4 min
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Merge slight left
4.2 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 252, I 694 East
97 m · 8 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 694 East
2083 ft · 53 sec
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Merge slight left
133 m · 5 sec
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Take the exit slight right toward East River Road
1034 ft · 25 sec
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Keep slight right
125 m · 10 sec
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Continue on East River Road
3.9 mi · 7 min · East River Road
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Turn left onto Mississippi Boulevard Northwest
749 ft · 33 sec · Mississippi Boulevard Northwest
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Mississippi Boulevard Northwest
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Minneapolis and Co on Rapids.
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 94 West
Merge slight left
4.18 mi · 00h 05m
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 Minneapolis and Sunny near Co on Rapids.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Minneapolis to Co on Rapids?
The road trip is about 13.6 miles (21.9 km) and usually takes 00h 18m 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?
Columbia Heights is a useful midpoint, sitting about 5.7 miles from Minneapolis and 7.9 miles from Co on Rapids.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 9.8 miles (15.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.8 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 7:54 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.71 one way or $3.43 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 4.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Minneapolis and Sunny near Co on Rapids.
Stop Ideas Near Columbia Heights
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Minneapolis City Hall
St. Louis Park City Hall
Mall of America®
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Columbia Heights.
Saint Paul Union Depot
Red Wing station
St. Cloud
Menomonie, WI
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Minneapolis and Co on Rapids. Straight-line distance: 9.74 mi (15.68 km).
#1 Minneapolis
The largest city in Minnesota, Minneapolis is a major center for business, finance, and culture.
| Population | 433,111 |
| Coordinates | 44.9799700, -93.2638400 |
| Altitude | 253 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Co on Rapids
The most populous city in Sherburne County, Minnesota.
| Population | 62,935 |
| Coordinates | 45.1199700, -93.2877300 |
| Altitude | 262 |
| Country | United States |
End: Mississippi Boulevard Northwest (-93.287737, 45.120198)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 22 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 20m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 16m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 13m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 11m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 10m |
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 | $1.71 | $3.43 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $1.88 | $3.76 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $2.11 | $4.22 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $2.33 | $4.67 |
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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