How far is Norwood Young America, MN from West Co on Rapids, MN?
The driving distance from Norwood Young America, MN to West Co on Rapids, MN is about 52.3 miles (84.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 07m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 38.6 miles (62.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 15m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CST.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 07m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
The most populous city in Hennepin County, Minnesota.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Norwood Young America and West Co on Rapids.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Norwood Young America and West Co on Rapids.
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Start on Morse Street North
827 ft · 38 sec · Morse Street North
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Turn right onto Faxon Road
1472 ft · 40 sec · Faxon Road
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Turn left
29.3 mi · 35 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 169 South, US 169 North: Gleason Road
2007 ft · 49 sec
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Merge slight left onto Crosstown Highway
1441 ft · 21 sec · Crosstown Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 169 North
78 m · 6 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on US 169 North
852 ft · 21 sec
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Merge slight left
19.4 mi · 25 min
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Turn right onto 117th Avenue North
586 ft · 16 sec · 117th Avenue North
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward 117th Avenue North
32 m · 3 sec · 117th Avenue North
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Exit the roundabout onto 117th Avenue North
1.4 mi · 3 min · 117th Avenue North
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward 117th Avenue North
41 m · 3 sec · 117th Avenue North
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Exit the roundabout onto 117th Avenue North
1132 ft · 36 sec · 117th Avenue North
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At the end of the road, turn right onto West River Road
2972 ft · 59 sec · 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 Norwood Young America and West 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.
Longest stretch
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29.3 mi · 00h 35m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Light Rain Likely leaving Norwood Young America and Chance Rain Showers 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 Norwood Young America to West Co on Rapids?
The road trip is about 52.3 miles (84.2 km) and usually takes 01h 07m 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?
Eden Prairie is a useful midpoint, sitting about 26.1 miles from Norwood Young America and 26.2 miles from West Co on Rapids.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 38.6 miles (62.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.7 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 CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:14 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.63 one way or $15.27 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Light Rain Likely around Norwood Young America and Chance Rain Showers near West Co on Rapids.
Stop Ideas Near Eden Prairie
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Norwood Young America and West Co on Rapids. Straight-line distance: 38.64 mi (62.19 km).
#1 Norwood Young America
City in Minnesota, United States
| Population | 3,794 |
| Coordinates | 44.7735700, -93.9216300 |
| Altitude | 302 |
| 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: 84 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 44m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 18m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 02m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 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 | $4.13 | $7.63 | $15.27 |
| Mid-grade | $4.59 | $8.50 | $16.99 |
| Premium | $5.13 | $9.49 | $18.98 |
| Diesel | $6.18 | $11.44 | $22.87 |
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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