How far is West Co on Rapids, MN from Prior Lake, MN?
The driving distance from West Co on Rapids, MN to Prior Lake, MN is about 36 miles (57.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 49m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 31.1 miles (50 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 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 00h 49m.
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
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
A city in Hennepin County, Minnesota.
Route Weather Snapshot
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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 Prior Lake.
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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
27 mi · 34 min · Jefferson Highway North
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Take the exit slight right toward CR 21
1652 ft · 56 sec
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Continue on Herrgott Memorial Drive
2.8 mi · 4 min · Herrgott Memorial Drive
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Continue on Eagle Creek Avenue
3.3 mi · 5 min · Eagle Creek Avenue
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Eagle Creek Avenue Southeast
29 m · 2 sec · Eagle Creek Avenue Southeast
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Exit the roundabout onto Eagle Creek Avenue Southeast
1129 ft · 24 sec · Eagle Creek Avenue Southeast
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Enter the roundabout toward the route
41 m · 2 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 Prior Lake.
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
27 mi · 00h 34m
Route Summary
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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 Prior Lake.
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 Prior Lake?
The road trip is about 36 miles (57.9 km) and usually takes 00h 49m 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?
Minnetonka Mills is a useful midpoint, sitting about 18 miles from West Co on Rapids and 18 miles from Prior Lake.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 31.1 miles (50 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.9 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 4:52 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.53 one way or $9.07 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around West Co on Rapids and Sunny near Prior Lake.
Stop Ideas Near Minnetonka Mills
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
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Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Minnetonka Mills.
Saint Paul Union Depot
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between West Co on Rapids and Prior Lake. Straight-line distance: 31.05 mi (49.97 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 Prior Lake
City in Minnesota, United States
| Population | 27,317 |
| Coordinates | 44.7133000, -93.4227300 |
| Altitude | 289 |
| Country | United States |
End: Prior Lake (-93.42273, 44.7133)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 58 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 11m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 26m |
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 | $4.53 | $9.07 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $4.98 | $9.96 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $5.58 | $11.16 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $6.18 | $12.35 |
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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