How far is West Co on Rapids, MN from Cottage Grove, MN?
The driving distance from West Co on Rapids, MN to Cottage Grove, MN is about 37.7 miles (60.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 50m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 30.3 miles (48.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 41m 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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City in Ramsey 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 Cottage Grove.
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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 right to continue on I 94 West, I 694
696 ft · 17 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 694 East
2056 ft · 52 sec
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Merge slight left
10.1 mi · 11 min
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Keep slight right to continue on Voyageur Highway
5.5 mi · 7 min · Voyageur Highway
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Keep slight left to continue on US 10 East, I 94 East, US 52 South: 10th Street, Wacouta Street
2.5 mi · 3 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 10 East, US 61 South
9.4 mi · 12 min
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Take the exit slight right toward 80th Street, Grange Boulevard
1685 ft · 43 sec
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Turn left onto 80th Street South
1895 ft · 52 sec · 80th Street South
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Turn right onto East Point Douglas Road South
1046 ft · 35 sec · East Point Douglas Road South
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Turn left onto East Point Douglas Road South
1543 ft · 49 sec · East Point Douglas Road South
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Turn left onto Hillside Trail
1.1 km · 2 min · Hillside Trail
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Turn right onto Hyde Avenue South
18 m · 3 sec · Hyde Avenue South
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Hyde Avenue South
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between West Co on Rapids and Cottage Grove.
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 694 East
Merge slight left
10.1 mi · 00h 11m
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 Cloudy leaving West Co on Rapids and Sunny near Cottage Grove.
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 Cottage Grove?
The road trip is about 37.7 miles (60.7 km) and usually takes 00h 50m 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?
Little Canada is a useful midpoint, sitting about 18.8 miles from West Co on Rapids and 18.9 miles from Cottage Grove.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 30.3 miles (48.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.4 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 4:48 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.75 one way or $9.49 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around West Co on Rapids and Sunny near Cottage Grove.
Stop Ideas Near Little Canada
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between West Co on Rapids and Cottage Grove. Straight-line distance: 30.32 mi (48.79 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 Cottage Grove
City in Minnesota, United States
| Population | 38,170 |
| Coordinates | 44.8277400, -92.9438200 |
| Altitude | 248 |
| Country | United States |
End: Cottage Grove (-92.94382, 44.82774)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 61 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 15m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 56m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 37m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 28m |
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 | $4.75 | $9.49 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $5.21 | $10.43 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $5.84 | $11.68 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $6.47 | $12.94 |
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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