How far is West Co on Rapids, MN from Cold Spring, MN?
The driving distance from West Co on Rapids, MN to Cold Spring, MN is about 69.1 miles (111.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 19m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 56.3 miles (90.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 38m 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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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 19m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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City in Sherburne County, Minnesota, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between West Co on Rapids and Cold Spring.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Co on Rapids and Cold Spring.
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Start on West River Road
2972 ft · 1 min · West River Road
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Turn left onto 117th Avenue North
1135 ft · 31 sec · 117th Avenue North
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward Douglas Drive North
69 m · 5 sec · Douglas Drive North
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Exit the roundabout onto Douglas Drive North
2 mi · 3 min · Douglas Drive North
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Continue on Zane Avenue North
3053 ft · 60 sec · Zane Avenue North
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Take the ramp right toward MN 610 West
1966 ft · 50 sec
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Merge slight left onto MN-610
6.7 mi · 8 min · MN-610
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Merge slight left onto I-94 W
12.6 mi · 13 min · I-94 W
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Keep slight left
36 mi · 39 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 23 West: Paynesville
865 ft · 21 sec
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Merge slight left
9.3 mi · 11 min
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Turn right onto Main Street East
2880 ft · 1 min · Main Street East
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between West Co on Rapids and Cold Spring.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I-94 W
Keep slight left
36 mi · 00h 39m
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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving West Co on Rapids and Mostly Sunny near Cold Spring.
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 Cold Spring?
The road trip is about 69.1 miles (111.2 km) and usually takes 01h 19m 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?
Becker is a useful midpoint, sitting about 34.5 miles from West Co on Rapids and 34.6 miles from Cold Spring.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 56.3 miles (90.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.8 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 3:52 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.34 one way or $20.68 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 21.7 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 Cold Spring.
Stop Ideas Near Becker
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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St. Cloud
Saint Paul Union Depot
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between West Co on Rapids and Cold Spring. Straight-line distance: 56.29 mi (90.59 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 Cold Spring
City in Minnesota, United States
| Population | 4,350 |
| Coordinates | 45.4558000, -94.4288800 |
| Altitude | 335 |
| Country | United States |
End: Cold Spring (-94.42888, 45.4558)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 111 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 18m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 43m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 22m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 09m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 51m |
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 | $10.34 | $20.68 |
| Mid-grade | $4.69 | $11.44 | $22.88 |
| Premium | $5.20 | $12.69 | $25.37 |
| Diesel | $6.18 | $15.09 | $30.17 |
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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