How far is West Co on Rapids, MN from New Prague, MN?
The driving distance from West Co on Rapids, MN to New Prague, MN is about 54.4 miles (87.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 13m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 44 miles (70.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 26m 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 13m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between West Co on Rapids and New Prague.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Co on Rapids and New Prague.
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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 2 toward 117th Avenue North
39 m · 3 sec · 117th Avenue North
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Exit the roundabout onto 117th Avenue North
1.4 mi · 3 min · 117th Avenue North
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward 117th Avenue North
33 m · 3 sec · 117th Avenue North
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Exit the roundabout onto 117th Avenue North
596 ft · 18 sec · 117th Avenue North
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Turn left onto Jefferson Highway North
31.3 mi · 39 min · Jefferson Highway North
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Take the exit slight right toward CR 17: Marschall Road
1539 ft · 38 sec
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Turn left onto Marschall Road
2.2 mi · 3 min · Marschall Road
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Continue on Marschall Road
4.5 mi · 6 min · Marschall Road
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Continue on Langford Avenue
655 ft · 13 sec · Langford Avenue
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Continue on Langford Avenue
3.9 mi · 5 min · Langford Avenue
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Langford Avenue
30 m · 2 sec · Langford Avenue
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Exit the roundabout onto Langford Avenue
4.1 mi · 5 min · Langford Avenue
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Langford Avenue
40 m · 2 sec · Langford Avenue
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Exit the roundabout onto Langford Avenue
1.8 mi · 2 min · Langford Avenue
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Turn slight right
2.7 mi · 4 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Main Street East
32 m · 3 sec · Main Street East
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Exit the rotary onto Main Street East
779 ft · 19 sec · Main Street East
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Main Street East
29 m · 2 sec · Main Street East
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Exit the rotary onto Main Street East
1.3 km · 2 min · Main Street East
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Main Street East
16 m · 2 sec · Main Street East
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Exit the roundabout onto Main Street East
526 ft · 15 sec · Main Street East
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward 1st Avenue Southeast
30 m · 2 sec · 1st Avenue Southeast
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Exit the roundabout onto 1st Avenue Southeast
53 m · 7 sec · 1st Avenue Southeast
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Turn right
38 m · 9 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between West Co on Rapids and New Prague.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Jefferson Highway North
Turn left onto Jefferson Highway North
31.3 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.
Mostly Sunny leaving West Co on Rapids and Mostly Sunny near New Prague.
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 New Prague?
The road trip is about 54.4 miles (87.5 km) and usually takes 01h 13m 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?
Savage is a useful midpoint, sitting about 27.2 miles from West Co on Rapids and 27.2 miles from New Prague.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 44 miles (70.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.4 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 4:04 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.42 one way or $16.83 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 17.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around West Co on Rapids and Mostly Sunny near New Prague.
Stop Ideas Near Savage
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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 New Prague. Straight-line distance: 44.01 mi (70.82 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 New Prague
City in Minnesota, United States
| Population | 4,820 |
| Coordinates | 44.5433000, -93.5760700 |
| Altitude | 301 |
| Country | United States |
End: New Prague (-93.57607, 44.5433)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 88 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 48m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 21m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 05m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 40m |
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 | $4.38 | $8.42 | $16.83 |
| Mid-grade | $4.82 | $9.26 | $18.52 |
| Premium | $5.35 | $10.27 | $20.55 |
| Diesel | $6.35 | $12.19 | $24.38 |
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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