How far is Saint Augusta, MN from West Co on Rapids, MN?

The driving distance from Saint Augusta, MN to West Co on Rapids, MN is about 53.1 miles (85.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 01m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 44.9 miles (72.2 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 03m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
53.11 mi
01h 01m
Flight
44.87 mi
72.21 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
44.87 mi
Kilometers
72.21 km
Flight Time
00h 05m

Driving Distance

Road route
53.11 mi
Kilometers
85.47 km
Drive Time
01h 01m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 01m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in West Co on Rapids
Thu, Oct 15, 1:41 PM CDT
Return by in Saint Augusta
Thu, Oct 15, 2:43 PM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Saint Augusta
2026-10-15T12:40
Arrive West Co on Rapids
Thu, Oct 15, 1:41 PM CDT
Route Timing
01h 01m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:02 AM to 11:02 AM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
4:26 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Saint Augusta
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Monticello
MN

City in Jefferson County, Florida, United States

From Saint Augusta
26.5 mi
00h 30m
To West Co on Rapids
26.6 mi
00h 30m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
57°F
Thursday

Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Thu, Oct 15 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
0 to 10 mph NW
Destination
57°F
Thursday

Rain Showers Likely

Starts
Thu, Oct 15 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
0 to 10 mph NNW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Saint Augusta and West Co on Rapids.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Saint Augusta and West Co on Rapids.

  1. 1

    Start on County Road 115

    42 m · 9 sec · County Road 115

  2. 2

    Turn left

    1.3 km · 2 min

  3. 3

    Take the ramp straight

    1944 ft · 48 sec

  4. 4

    Merge slight left

    40.9 mi · 44 min

  5. 5

    Take the exit slight right toward MN 610 East

    7.1 mi · 8 min

  6. 6

    Take the exit slight right toward CR 14: Zane Avenue

    2034 ft · 52 sec

  7. 7

    Turn left onto Zane Avenue North

    1.2 km · 1 min · Zane Avenue North

  8. 8

    Continue on Douglas Drive North

    2 mi · 3 min · Douglas Drive North

  9. 9

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward 117th Avenue North

    13 m · 1 sec · 117th Avenue North

  10. 10

    Exit the roundabout onto 117th Avenue North

    1132 ft · 36 sec · 117th Avenue North

  11. 11

    At the end of the road, turn right onto West River Road

    2972 ft · 59 sec · West River Road

  12. 12

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · West River Road

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Saint Augusta and West Co on Rapids.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Interchange-aware route

The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.

Directions
12 steps
5 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
6
1 merges, 5 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
22.6 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
County Road 115
41.3 mi · 78%
MN 610 East
7.08 mi · 13%
Douglas Drive North
2 mi · 4%
Zane Avenue North
0.77 mi · 1%
West River Road
0.56 mi · 1%
CR 14
0.39 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

County Road 115

Merge slight left

40.9 mi · 00h 44m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
01h 01m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 04m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+8.2 mi
44.9 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Monticello
00h 30m from Saint Augusta
Leave By
4:26 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Chance Rain Showers leaving Saint Augusta and Rain Showers Likely 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 Saint Augusta to West Co on Rapids?

The road trip is about 53.1 miles (85.5 km) and usually takes 01h 01m 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?

Monticello is a useful midpoint, sitting about 26.5 miles from Saint Augusta and 26.6 miles from West Co on Rapids.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 44.9 miles (72.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.2 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 4:26 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.94 one way or $15.89 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16.6 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Saint Augusta and Rain Showers Likely near West Co on Rapids.

Stop Ideas Near Monticello

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Monticello, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Monticello.

RAIL

St. Cloud

40 mi away
555 East St. Germain Street
RAIL

Saint Paul Union Depot

61 mi away
Midway Station

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Saint Augusta and West Co on Rapids. Straight-line distance: 44.87 mi (72.21 km).

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#1 Saint Augusta

City in Minnesota, United States

Population3,900
Coordinates45.4785800, -94.1541500
Altitude308
CountryUnited States
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#2 West Co on Rapids

A city in Anoka County, Minnesota.

Population62,528
Coordinates45.1596900, -93.3496700
Altitude260
CountryUnited States
Start: Saint Augusta (-94.15415, 45.47858)
End: West Co on Rapids (-93.34967, 45.15969)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 85 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 46m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 19m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 03m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 53m
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.

One-way fuel
1.87 gal
7.09 L · about $7.94
Round trip
$15.89
3.74 gal · 14.18 L
Estimated CO2
16.6 kg one way
Round trip: 33.2 kg / 73 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.25 $7.94 $15.89
Mid-grade $4.72 $8.82 $17.64
Premium $5.26 $9.84 $19.68
Diesel $6.14 $11.49 $22.98

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Minnesota · Oct 15, 2026

There is no time difference between Saint Augusta and West Co on Rapids. The current time is 12:40:02.

Distance to Other Cities

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