How far is West Co on Rapids, MN from Blue Earth, MN?
The driving distance from West Co on Rapids, MN to Blue Earth, MN is about 150.1 miles (241.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 53m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 111.5 miles (179.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 47m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 53m.
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.
Township in Steele County, Minnesota
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between West Co on Rapids and Blue Earth.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Co on Rapids and Blue Earth.
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Start on West River Road
1.5 km · 2 min · West River Road
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Continue on Noble Parkway
1.9 mi · 4 min · Noble Parkway
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Turn left onto MN 610 East
2286 ft · 60 sec
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Merge slight left onto MN-610
3258 ft · 43 sec · MN-610
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 252 South
3113 ft · 1 min
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Continue straight
3.4 mi · 4 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 94 East: Minneapolis
3123 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight right
4.4 mi · 6 min
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Keep slight left
3.3 mi · 4 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 35W South
2208 ft · 54 sec
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Merge slight left onto I-35W South
1206 ft · 15 sec
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Merge slight right
91.2 mi · 1 hr 41 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 90 West: Sioux Falls
2711 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
39.2 mi · 42 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 169: Blue Earth
1564 ft · 44 sec
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Turn left onto US Highway 169
3262 ft · 46 sec · US Highway 169
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Fairgrounds Road
8 m · 1 sec · Fairgrounds Road
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Exit the roundabout onto Fairgrounds Road
1937 ft · 57 sec · Fairgrounds Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto North Main Street
1 mi · 3 min · North Main Street
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Turn left onto East 7th Street
46 m · 8 sec · East 7th Street
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Turn right
16 m · 6 sec
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Turn right
18 m · 4 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between West Co on Rapids and Blue Earth.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
I-35W South
Merge slight right
91.2 mi · 01h 41m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving West Co on Rapids and Mostly Sunny near Blue Earth.
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 Blue Earth?
The road trip is about 150.1 miles (241.5 km) and usually takes 02h 53m 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?
Clinton Falls is a useful midpoint, sitting about 75 miles from West Co on Rapids and 75.1 miles from Blue Earth.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 111.5 miles (179.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 38.6 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 CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 12:42 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.46 one way or $40.92 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 47 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around West Co on Rapids and Mostly Sunny near Blue Earth.
Stop Ideas Near Clinton Falls
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 Clinton Falls.
Red Wing station
Saint Paul Union Depot
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between West Co on Rapids and Blue Earth. Straight-line distance: 111.54 mi (179.51 km).
#1 West Co on Rapids
A city in Anoka County, Minnesota.
| Population | 62,528 |
| Coordinates | 45.1596900, -93.3496700 |
| Altitude | 260 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Blue Earth
City in Minnesota
| Population | 3,098 |
| Coordinates | 43.6374600, -94.1021800 |
| Altitude | 332 |
| Country | United States |
End: Blue Earth (-94.10218, 43.63746)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 242 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 00m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 45m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 00m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 30m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 08m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 52m |
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 | $3.87 | $20.46 | $40.92 |
| Mid-grade | $4.35 | $23.03 | $46.05 |
| Premium | $4.88 | $25.83 | $51.65 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $31.76 | $63.51 |
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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