How far is West Co on Rapids, MN from Chisholm, MN?
The driving distance from West Co on Rapids, MN to Chisholm, MN is about 193 miles (310.6 km), with a travel time of about 04h 03m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 162.5 miles (261.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 06m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 03m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Aitkin County, Minnesota, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Rain Showers
Areas Of Fog then Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between West Co on Rapids and Chisholm.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Co on Rapids and Chisholm.
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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
4 mi · 5 min · MN-610
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Merge slight left
1.5 km · 59 sec
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 65: Central Avenue
2242 ft · 1 min
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Turn left onto Central Avenue Northeast
105.9 mi · 2 hr 11 min · Central Avenue Northeast
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At the end of the road, turn left onto East Highway 210
1.2 mi · 2 min · East Highway 210
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Turn right onto State Highway 65
35.8 mi · 45 min · State Highway 65
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
45 m · 2 sec
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Exit the roundabout
18.9 mi · 24 min
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Turn right
14.6 mi · 17 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward East Beltline
61 m · 3 sec · East Beltline
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Exit the roundabout onto East Beltline
6.6 mi · 8 min · East Beltline
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Take the exit slight right
2562 ft · 51 sec
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward State Highway 73
45 m · 8 sec · State Highway 73
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Exit the roundabout onto State Highway 73
1 km · 1 min · State Highway 73
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Continue on West Lake Street
899 ft · 30 sec · West Lake Street
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Turn right onto 3rd Avenue Southwest
20 m · 2 sec · 3rd Avenue Southwest
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 3rd Avenue Southwest
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between West Co on Rapids and Chisholm.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Central Avenue Northeast
Turn left onto Central Avenue Northeast
106 mi · 02h 11m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Chance Rain Showers leaving West Co on Rapids and Areas Of Fog then Partly Sunny near Chisholm.
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 Chisholm?
The road trip is about 193 miles (310.6 km) and usually takes 04h 03m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
McGrath is a useful midpoint, sitting about 96.5 miles from West Co on Rapids and 96.5 miles from Chisholm.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 162.5 miles (261.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 30.5 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:54 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $28.85 one way or $57.71 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 60.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around West Co on Rapids and Areas Of Fog then Partly Sunny near Chisholm.
Stop Ideas Near McGrath
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 McGrath.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between West Co on Rapids and Chisholm. Straight-line distance: 162.48 mi (261.48 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 Chisholm
City in Minnesota, United States
| Population | 4,803 |
| Coordinates | 47.4891000, -92.8838000 |
| Altitude | 468 |
| Country | United States |
End: Chisholm (-92.8838, 47.4891)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 311 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 25m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 49m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 51m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 13m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 45m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 24m |
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 | $4.24 | $28.85 | $57.71 |
| Mid-grade | $4.69 | $31.93 | $63.86 |
| Premium | $5.20 | $35.41 | $70.81 |
| Diesel | $6.18 | $42.11 | $84.21 |
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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