How far is West Co on Rapids, MN from Saint Francis, MN?
The driving distance from West Co on Rapids, MN to Saint Francis, MN is about 18.8 miles (30.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 30m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 15.7 miles (25.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 00m 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 Anoka County, Minnesota, United States
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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 Saint Francis.
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Start on West River Road
2.3 mi · 4 min · West River Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward East Hayden Lake Road
32 m · 2 sec · East Hayden Lake Road
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Exit the roundabout onto East Hayden Lake Road
1652 ft · 37 sec · East Hayden Lake Road
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Turn right onto Jefferson Highway North
1.4 mi · 3 min · Jefferson Highway North
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Continue on North Ferry Street
2190 ft · 58 sec · North Ferry Street
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Take the exit right toward US 10 East, MN 47 South
2001 ft · 34 sec
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Take the exit slight right toward CR 7: 7th Avenue
1098 ft · 29 sec
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Turn left
9.1 mi · 14 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Rum River Boulevard
47 m · 3 sec · Rum River Boulevard
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Exit the roundabout onto Rum River Boulevard
4.1 mi · 6 min · Rum River Boulevard
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Continue on Ambassador Boulevard Northwest
1612 ft · 40 sec · Ambassador Boulevard Northwest
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Turn right onto Bridge Street Northwest
822 ft · 16 sec · Bridge Street Northwest
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Bridge Street Northwest
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between West Co on Rapids and Saint Francis.
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.
Longest stretch
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9.13 mi · 00h 14m
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 Chance Rain Showers near Saint Francis.
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 Saint Francis?
The road trip is about 18.8 miles (30.2 km) and usually takes 00h 30m 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?
Ramsey is a useful midpoint, sitting about 9.4 miles from West Co on Rapids and 9.4 miles from Saint Francis.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 15.7 miles (25.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.1 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 7:30 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.80 one way or $5.61 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 5.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around West Co on Rapids and Chance Rain Showers near Saint Francis.
Stop Ideas Near Ramsey
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Saint Paul Union Depot
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Red Wing station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between West Co on Rapids and Saint Francis. Straight-line distance: 15.71 mi (25.28 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 Saint Francis
City in Anoka and Isanti counties, Minnesota, United States
| Population | 8,065 |
| Coordinates | 45.3869100, -93.3594000 |
| Altitude | 280 |
| Country | United States |
End: Saint Francis (-93.3594, 45.38691)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 30 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 37m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 28m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 16m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 14m |
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 | $2.80 | $5.61 |
| Mid-grade | $4.72 | $3.11 | $6.23 |
| Premium | $5.26 | $3.47 | $6.95 |
| Diesel | $6.14 | $4.06 | $8.11 |
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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