How far is Oak Park Heights, MN from West Co on Rapids, MN?
The driving distance from Oak Park Heights, MN to West Co on Rapids, MN is about 34.2 miles (55.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 28.6 miles (46 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 33m 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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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 46m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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City in Ramsey County, Minnesota, US
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Oak Park Heights and West Co on Rapids.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Oak Park Heights and West Co on Rapids.
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Start on the route
14 m · 8 sec
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Turn left onto 57th Street North
22 m · 5 sec · 57th Street North
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Turn right onto Penrose Avenue North
1125 ft · 54 sec · Penrose Avenue North
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At the end of the road, turn left onto 60th Street North (South Frontage Road)
1.1 km · 2 min · 60th Street North (South Frontage Road)
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Turn right
86 m · 21 sec
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Turn right onto Osgood Ave North
68 m · 8 sec · Osgood Ave North
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Turn left
7.4 mi · 10 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 694 West
2766 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight right
5.9 mi · 7 min
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Keep slight right
3.7 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit slight right
2.8 mi · 4 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 35W North, US 10 West
1.4 mi · 2 min
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Keep slight right to continue on US 10 West
4.2 mi · 5 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 Oak Park Heights 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
Turn left
7.4 mi · 00h 10m
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.
Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny leaving Oak Park Heights and Chance Rain Showers then Partly 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 Oak Park Heights to West Co on Rapids?
The road trip is about 34.2 miles (55.1 km) and usually takes 00h 46m 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?
Arden Hills is a useful midpoint, sitting about 17.1 miles from Oak Park Heights and 17.1 miles from West Co on Rapids.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 28.6 miles (46 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.6 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 4:56 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.14 one way or $10.28 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny around Oak Park Heights and Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny near West Co on Rapids.
Stop Ideas Near Arden Hills
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Oak Park Heights and West Co on Rapids. Straight-line distance: 28.56 mi (45.97 km).
#1 Oak Park Heights
City in Washington County, Minnesota
| Population | 4,973 |
| Coordinates | 45.0313600, -92.7929800 |
| Altitude | 239 |
| 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: 55 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 08m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 51m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 25m |
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 | $4.25 | $5.14 | $10.28 |
| Mid-grade | $4.72 | $5.71 | $11.41 |
| Premium | $5.26 | $6.37 | $12.73 |
| Diesel | $6.14 | $7.43 | $14.87 |
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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