How far is West Co on Rapids, MN from Brooklyn Center, MN?
The driving distance from West Co on Rapids, MN to Brooklyn Center, MN is about 6.5 miles (10.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 13m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 5.8 miles (9.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 26m 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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Halfway Point
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The third most populous city in Hennepin County, Minnesota.
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Co on Rapids and Brooklyn Center.
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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
3 mi · 5 min · Noble Parkway
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Continue on Noble Avenue North
1.7 mi · 4 min · Noble Avenue North
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Turn left onto Brooklyn Boulevard
1.3 km · 2 min · Brooklyn Boulevard
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Continue on Brooklyn Boulevard
139 m · 19 sec · Brooklyn Boulevard
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Brooklyn Boulevard
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between West Co on Rapids and Brooklyn Center.
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.
Noble Parkway
Continue on Noble Parkway
2.97 mi · 00h 05m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Mostly Clear leaving West Co on Rapids and Sunny near Brooklyn Center.
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 Brooklyn Center?
The road trip is about 6.5 miles (10.4 km) and usually takes 00h 13m 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?
Brooklyn Park is a useful midpoint, sitting about 3.2 miles from West Co on Rapids and 3.2 miles from Brooklyn Center.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 5.8 miles (9.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 0.7 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 8:04 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $0.82 one way or $1.64 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Clear around West Co on Rapids and Sunny near Brooklyn Center.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between West Co on Rapids and Brooklyn Center. Straight-line distance: 5.83 mi (9.39 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 Brooklyn Center
City in Hennepin County, Minnesota
| Population | 30,253 |
| Coordinates | 45.0760800, -93.3327300 |
| Altitude | 260 |
| Country | United States |
End: Brooklyn Center (-93.33273, 45.07608)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 10 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 12m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 09m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 07m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 06m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 05m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 04m |
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 | $3.57 | $0.82 | $1.64 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $0.90 | $1.80 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $1.01 | $2.02 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $1.12 | $2.24 |
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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