How far is West Co on Rapids, MN from Lake Elmo, MN?
The driving distance from West Co on Rapids, MN to Lake Elmo, MN is about 31.8 miles (51.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 43m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 25.6 miles (41.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 27m 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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City in Ramsey County, Minnesota, US
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between West Co on Rapids and Lake Elmo.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Co on Rapids and Lake Elmo.
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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 left
1.3 mi · 2 min
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Keep slight right
7.2 mi · 9 min
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Take the exit slight right toward CH 14
1404 ft · 36 sec
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Turn left onto 34th Street North
1.8 mi · 3 min · 34th Street North
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Stillwater Boulevard North
45 m · 3 sec · Stillwater Boulevard North
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Exit the roundabout onto Stillwater Boulevard North
2.2 mi · 4 min · Stillwater Boulevard North
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Turn right onto Lake Elmo Avenue North
2364 ft · 1 min · Lake Elmo Avenue North
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Lake Elmo Avenue North
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between West Co on Rapids and Lake Elmo.
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.
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 short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Rain Showers Likely leaving West Co on Rapids and Rain near Lake Elmo.
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 Lake Elmo?
The road trip is about 31.8 miles (51.2 km) and usually takes 00h 43m 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?
Arden Hills is a useful midpoint, sitting about 15.8 miles from West Co on Rapids and 16 miles from Lake Elmo.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 25.6 miles (41.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.2 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 7:02 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.76 one way or $9.52 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around West Co on Rapids and Rain near Lake Elmo.
Stop Ideas Near Arden Hills
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 Lake Elmo. Straight-line distance: 25.59 mi (41.18 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 Lake Elmo
City in Washington County, Minnesota
| Population | 9,280 |
| Coordinates | 44.9958000, -92.8793800 |
| Altitude | 278 |
| Country | United States |
End: Lake Elmo (-92.87938, 44.9958)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 51 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 23m |
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 | $4.25 | $4.76 | $9.52 |
| Mid-grade | $4.72 | $5.28 | $10.56 |
| Premium | $5.26 | $5.89 | $11.79 |
| Diesel | $6.14 | $6.88 | $13.76 |
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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