How far is West Co on Rapids, MN from Bloomington, MN?

The driving distance from West Co on Rapids, MN to Bloomington, MN is about 28.8 miles (46.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 34m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 22.2 miles (35.7 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 08m 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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Quick Snapshot
Road
28.77 mi
00h 34m
Flight
22.18 mi
35.69 km direct

This is an easy same-day return drive.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
22.18 mi
Kilometers
35.69 km
Flight Time
00h 02m

Driving Distance

Road route
28.77 mi
Kilometers
46.3 km
Drive Time
00h 34m

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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 34m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Bloomington
Fri, Apr 24, 7:44 AM CDT
Return by in West Co on Rapids
Fri, Apr 24, 8:18 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave West Co on Rapids
2026-04-24T07:09
Arrive Bloomington
Fri, Apr 24, 7:44 AM CDT
Route Timing
00h 34m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT
Leave when it suits your day
Arrive between
7:34 AM to 7:34 PM CDT

This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.

Leave by
7:22 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 01h 30m at the destination.
Back in West Co on Rapids
10:00 PM CDT
Flexible departure

This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Minneapolis
MN

The largest city in Minnesota, Minneapolis is a major center for business, finance, and culture.

From West Co on Rapids
13 mi
00h 17m
To Bloomington
15.8 mi
00h 17m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
60°F
Friday

Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Fri, Apr 24 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
10 to 15 mph WNW
Destination
59°F
Friday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Fri, Apr 24 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
10 to 15 mph W

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on West River Road

    1.5 km · 2 min · West River Road

  2. 2

    Continue on Noble Parkway

    1.9 mi · 4 min · Noble Parkway

  3. 3

    Turn left onto MN 610 East

    2286 ft · 60 sec

  4. 4

    Merge slight left onto MN-610

    3258 ft · 43 sec · MN-610

  5. 5

    Take the exit slight right toward MN 252 South

    3113 ft · 1 min

  6. 6

    Continue straight

    3.4 mi · 4 min

  7. 7

    Keep slight left to continue on I 94 East: Minneapolis

    3123 ft · 1 min

  8. 8

    Merge slight right

    4.4 mi · 6 min

  9. 9

    Keep slight left

    3.3 mi · 4 min

  10. 10

    Take the exit slight right toward I 35W South

    2208 ft · 54 sec

  11. 11

    Merge slight left onto I-35W South

    1206 ft · 15 sec

  12. 12

    Merge slight right

    9 mi · 12 min

  13. 13

    Take the exit slight right toward 90th Street

    1145 ft · 35 sec

  14. 14

    Turn left onto West 90th Street

    63 m · 6 sec · West 90th Street

  15. 15

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · West 90th Street

Car Route Details

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

OSRM road route
Drive Character

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.

Directions
15 steps
2 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
7
4 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
52.1 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I-35W South
9.21 mi · 32%
I 94 East
8.29 mi · 29%
MN 252 South
3.94 mi · 14%
Noble Parkway
1.94 mi · 7%
West River Road
0.92 mi · 3%
MN-610
0.62 mi · 2%
Longest Stretch

I-35W South

Merge slight right

8.98 mi · 00h 12m

Route Summary

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

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
00h 34m
Quick drive
Same-Day Return
01h 08m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+6.6 mi
22.2 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Minneapolis
00h 17m from West Co on Rapids
Leave By
7:22 PM CDT
Flexible departure
Weather Watch

Chance Rain Showers leaving West Co on Rapids and Mostly Sunny near Bloomington.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from West Co on Rapids to Bloomington?

The road trip is about 28.8 miles (46.3 km) and usually takes 00h 34m 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?

Minneapolis is a useful midpoint, sitting about 13 miles from West Co on Rapids and 15.8 miles from Bloomington.

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

The direct path is about 22.2 miles (35.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.6 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:22 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.60 one way or $7.21 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around West Co on Rapids and Mostly Sunny near Bloomington.

Stop Ideas Near Minneapolis

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

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Minneapolis and the surrounding midpoint area.
Minneapolis City Hall
Scenic stop 1.8 mi away

Minneapolis City Hall

Minneapolis , MN
350 S 5th St, Minneapolis, MN 55415
Rating 4.3/5 28 reviews City Hall,Tourist attraction
City of Bloomington
Meeting point 12.1 mi away

City of Bloomington

Bloomington , MN
1800 W Old Shakopee Rd, Bloomington, MN 55431
Rating 3.6/5 25 reviews City Hall,City government office
Mall of America®
Nearby stop 10.2 mi away

Mall of America®

Bloomington , MN
60 E Broadway, Bloomington, MN 55425, United States
Rating 4.6/5 44,911 reviews Shopping mall

Transit and Meeting Points

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

RAIL

Saint Paul Union Depot

6 mi away
Midway Station
RAIL

Red Wing station

73 mi away
420 Levee Street
RAIL

St. Cloud

95 mi away
555 East St. Germain Street
BUS

Menomonie, WI

106 mi away
302 10th Avenue East

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between West Co on Rapids and Bloomington. Straight-line distance: 22.18 mi (35.69 km).

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#1 West Co on Rapids

A city in Anoka County, Minnesota.

Population62,528
Coordinates45.1596900, -93.3496700
Altitude260
CountryUnited States
Bloomington

#2 Bloomington

The most populous city in Hennepin County, Minnesota.

Population84,583
Coordinates44.8408000, -93.2982800
Altitude252
CountryUnited States
Start: West River Road (-93.349833, 45.159606)
End: West 90th Street (-93.29828, 44.84075)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 46 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)00h 57m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 43m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 34m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 28m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 24m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 21m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.01 gal
3.84 L · about $3.60
Round trip
$7.21
2.02 gal · 7.68 L
Estimated CO2
9 kg one way
Round trip: 18 kg / 40 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.57 $3.60 $7.21
Mid-grade $3.92 $3.96 $7.92
Premium $4.39 $4.44 $8.87
Diesel $4.86 $4.91 $9.83

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 · Apr 24, 2026

There is no time difference between West Co on Rapids and Bloomington. The current time is 07:09:54.

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.