How far is West Co on Rapids, MN from Saint Paul Park, MN?

The driving distance from West Co on Rapids, MN to Saint Paul Park, MN is about 35 miles (56.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 47m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 28.1 miles (45.2 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 34m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CST.
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Quick Snapshot
Road
35.03 mi
00h 47m
Flight
28.07 mi
45.17 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
28.07 mi
Kilometers
45.17 km
Flight Time
00h 03m

Driving Distance

Road route
35.03 mi
Kilometers
56.37 km
Drive Time
00h 47m

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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 47m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Saint Paul Park
Thu, Nov 12, 2:34 AM CST
Return by in West Co on Rapids
Thu, Nov 12, 3:22 AM CST
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave West Co on Rapids
2026-11-12T01:47
Arrive Saint Paul Park
Thu, Nov 12, 2:34 AM CST
Route Timing
00h 47m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CST
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
8:47 AM to 10:47 AM CST

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
4:56 PM CST
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in West Co on Rapids
9:30 PM CST
Morning start is best

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Little Canada
MN

City in Ramsey County, Minnesota

From West Co on Rapids
17.5 mi
00h 23m
To Saint Paul Park
17.5 mi
00h 23m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
40°F
Thursday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Nov 12 6:00 AM CST
Wind
10 mph N
Destination
41°F
Thursday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Nov 12 6:00 AM CST
Wind
10 mph N

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between West Co on Rapids and Saint Paul Park.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between West Co on Rapids and Saint Paul Park.

  1. 1

    Start on West River Road

    1.5 km · 2 min · West River Road

  2. 2

    Continue on Noble Parkway

    1.9 mi · 4 min · Noble Parkway

  3. 3

    Turn left onto MN 610 East

    2286 ft · 60 sec

  4. 4

    Merge slight left onto MN-610

    3258 ft · 43 sec · MN-610

  5. 5

    Take the exit slight right toward MN 252 South

    3113 ft · 1 min

  6. 6

    Continue straight

    3.4 mi · 4 min

  7. 7

    Keep slight right to continue on I 94 West, I 694

    696 ft · 17 sec

  8. 8

    Keep slight left to continue on I 694 East

    2056 ft · 52 sec

  9. 9

    Merge slight left

    10.1 mi · 11 min

  10. 10

    Keep slight right to continue on Voyageur Highway

    5.5 mi · 7 min · Voyageur Highway

  11. 11

    Keep slight left to continue on US 10 East, I 94 East, US 52 South: 10th Street, Wacouta Street

    2.5 mi · 3 min

  12. 12

    Take the exit slight right toward US 10 East, US 61 South

    7.5 mi · 10 min

  13. 13

    Take the exit slight right toward CH 22

    2418 ft · 1 min

  14. 14

    Turn right onto Summit Avenue

    3073 ft · 2 min · Summit Avenue

  15. 15

    Turn left onto 9th Avenue

    11 m · 2 sec · 9th Avenue

  16. 16

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · 9th Avenue

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between West Co on Rapids and Saint Paul Park.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
16 steps
3 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
5
2 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
45.7 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 694 East
10.5 mi · 30%
US 10 East
9.96 mi · 28%
Voyageur Highway
5.51 mi · 16%
MN 252 South
3.94 mi · 11%
Noble Parkway
1.94 mi · 6%
West River Road
0.92 mi · 3%
Longest Stretch

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.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
00h 47m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
01h 34m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+6.9 mi
28.1 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Little Canada
00h 23m from West Co on Rapids
Leave By
4:56 PM CST
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving West Co on Rapids and Mostly Sunny near Saint Paul Park.

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 Paul Park?

The road trip is about 35 miles (56.4 km) and usually takes 00h 47m 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?

Little Canada is a useful midpoint, sitting about 17.5 miles from West Co on Rapids and 17.5 miles from Saint Paul Park.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 28.1 miles (45.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.9 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 CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:56 PM CST.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.80 one way or $9.59 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around West Co on Rapids and Mostly Sunny near Saint Paul Park.

Stop Ideas Near Little Canada

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Little Canada and the surrounding midpoint area.
Minneapolis City Hall
Scenic stop 9 mi away

Minneapolis City Hall

Minneapolis , MN
350 S 5th St, Minneapolis, MN 55415
Rating 4.3/5 28 reviews City Hall,Tourist attraction
St. Louis Park City Hall
Meeting point 13.3 mi away

St. Louis Park City Hall

Saint Louis Park , MN
5005 Minnetonka Blvd, St Louis Park, MN 55416
Rating 2.9/5 21 reviews City government office
Mall of America®
Nearby stop 14.7 mi away

Mall of America®

Bloomington , MN
60 E Broadway, Bloomington, MN 55425, United States
Rating 4.6/5 44,911 reviews Shopping mall

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Little Canada.

RAIL

Saint Paul Union Depot

10 mi away
Midway Station
RAIL

Red Wing station

67 mi away
420 Levee Street
BUS

Menomonie, WI

93 mi away
302 10th Avenue East
RAIL

St. Cloud

102 mi away
555 East St. Germain Street

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between West Co on Rapids and Saint Paul Park. Straight-line distance: 28.07 mi (45.17 km).

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#1 West Co on Rapids

A city in Anoka County, Minnesota.

Population62,528
Coordinates45.1596900, -93.3496700
Altitude260
CountryUnited States
Saint Paul Park

#2 Saint Paul Park

Park in the Town of Kensington, Maryland, the United States

Population5,349
Coordinates44.8421900, -92.9913200
Altitude239
CountryUnited States
Start: West Co on Rapids (-93.34967, 45.15969)
End: Saint Paul Park (-92.99132, 44.84219)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 56 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 10m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 52m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 42m
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.

One-way fuel
1.24 gal
4.68 L · about $4.80
Round trip
$9.59
2.48 gal · 9.36 L
Estimated CO2
11 kg one way
Round trip: 22 kg / 49 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.87 $4.80 $9.59
Mid-grade $4.35 $5.40 $10.80
Premium $4.88 $6.05 $12.11
Diesel $6.00 $7.44 $14.89

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Minnesota · Nov 11, 2026

There is no time difference between West Co on Rapids and Saint Paul Park. The current time is 01:47:42.

Distance to Other Cities

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