How far is Rush City, MN from Co on Rapids, MN?
The driving distance from Rush City, MN to Co on Rapids, MN is about 52.7 miles (84.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 03m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 42.1 miles (67.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 06m 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 01h 03m.
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.
City in Minnesota, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Rush City and Co on Rapids.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rush City and Co on Rapids.
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Start on South Eliot Avenue
85 m · 14 sec · South Eliot Avenue
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Turn right onto West 4th Street
1.1 mi · 3 min · West 4th Street
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Continue on Rush Lake Road
138 m · 18 sec · Rush Lake Road
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Take the ramp left toward I 35 South: Saint Paul, Minneapolis
1006 ft · 25 sec
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Merge slight left
32.3 mi · 35 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
1321 ft · 16 sec · MN-610
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Take the exit slight right toward CR 51: University Avenue
1993 ft · 50 sec
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Turn left onto University Avenue Northeast
1.5 mi · 3 min · University Avenue Northeast
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Turn right onto 85th Avenue Northwest
2680 ft · 1 min · 85th Avenue Northwest
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Turn slight right onto 85th Avenue Northwest
3017 ft · 1 min · 85th Avenue Northwest
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Turn left onto East River Road
1598 ft · 44 sec · East River Road
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Turn right onto Mississippi Boulevard Northwest
704 ft · 31 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 Rush City and 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
32.3 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.
Sunny leaving Rush City 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 Rush City to Co on Rapids?
The road trip is about 52.7 miles (84.8 km) and usually takes 01h 03m 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?
Wyoming is a useful midpoint, sitting about 26.3 miles from Rush City and 26.3 miles from Co on Rapids.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 42.1 miles (67.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.6 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 4:24 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.64 one way or $13.28 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Rush City and Sunny near Co on Rapids.
Stop Ideas Near Wyoming
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 Wyoming.
Saint Paul Union Depot
Red Wing station
St. Cloud
Menomonie, WI
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Rush City and Co on Rapids. Straight-line distance: 42.09 mi (67.73 km).
#1 Rush City
City in Chisago County, Minnesota, United States of America
| Population | 3,218 |
| Coordinates | 45.6855100, -92.9654900 |
| Altitude | 279 |
| 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: Co on Rapids (-93.28773, 45.11997)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 85 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 45m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 19m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.57 | $6.64 | $13.28 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $7.29 | $14.59 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $8.17 | $16.34 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $9.05 | $18.09 |
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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