How far is West Co on Rapids, MN from East Bethel, MN?
The driving distance from West Co on Rapids, MN to East Bethel, MN is about 23.2 miles (37.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 32m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 13.2 miles (21.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 04m 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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This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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Halfway Point
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A city in Anoka 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 East Bethel.
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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
12.9 mi · 16 min · Central Avenue Northeast
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Take the exit slight right
55 m · 5 sec
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Turn right onto Viking Boulevard Northeast
1.6 mi · 3 min · Viking Boulevard Northeast
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Viking Boulevard Northeast
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between West Co on Rapids and East Bethel.
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.
Central Avenue Northeast
Turn left onto Central Avenue Northeast
12.9 mi · 00h 16m
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.
Sunny leaving West Co on Rapids and Mostly Sunny near East Bethel.
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 East Bethel?
The road trip is about 23.2 miles (37.4 km) and usually takes 00h 32m 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?
Blaine is a useful midpoint, sitting about 11.6 miles from West Co on Rapids and 11.6 miles from East Bethel.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 13.2 miles (21.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 10 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 7:26 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.93 one way or $5.85 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 7.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around West Co on Rapids and Mostly Sunny near East Bethel.
Stop Ideas Near Blaine
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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Saint Paul Union Depot
St. Cloud
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between West Co on Rapids and East Bethel. Straight-line distance: 13.15 mi (21.17 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 East Bethel
City in Anoka County, Minnesota, United States
| Population | 12,102 |
| Coordinates | 45.3194100, -93.2024500 |
| Altitude | 277 |
| Country | United States |
End: East Bethel (-93.20245, 45.31941)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 37 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 23m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 19m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 17m |
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 | $2.93 | $5.85 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $3.22 | $6.43 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $3.60 | $7.20 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $3.99 | $7.98 |
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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