Origin
Chanhassen, MN
Afternoon in Chanhassen on Sunday
Local time
3:23 PM
CDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Chanhassen, MN to West Co on Rapids, MN
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
41m
Distance
29.6 mi
48 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 38m
★
6 AM
0h 41m
8 AM
0h 48m
10 AM
0h 44m
12 PM
0h 43m
3 PM
0h 44m
5 PM
0h 48m
8 PM
0h 39m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Chanhassen, MN
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West Co on Rapids, MN
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Chanhassen to Coon Rapids, expect a quick 29.6-mile journey that typically takes about 41 minutes. This drive is perfectly suited for a single-day outing, as the relatively short distance keeps the travel time manageable. With a fuel budget of approximately $4, it is an economical route that connects two distinct parts of the Minnesota Midwest. You will primarily utilize US 169 to navigate between these locations, complemented by segments on West 78th Street and 117th Avenue North. Because the trip is so efficient, you won't need to worry about overnight lodging or complex logistics, making it an ideal choice for a straightforward commute or local visit.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 169 | 19.4 mi | 24m |
| West 78th Street | 6.3 mi | 8m |
| 117th Avenue North | 1.7 mi | 4m |
| Prince Rogers Nelson Memorial Highway | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| West River Road | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Crosstown Highway | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Chanhassen Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 169
— 19.4 mi, about 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chanhassen, MN and West Co on Rapids, MN.
1
Start on West 78th Street
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
West 78th Street
2
Turn sharp right onto MN 101
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
Chanhassen Road
3
Turn left onto MN 5
0.6 mi
·
58 sec
·
Prince Rogers Nelson Memorial Highway
4
Continue on MN 5
6.1 mi
·
7 min
·
West 78th Street
Use the straight lane.
5
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Exit 162
Toward US 169 South, US 169 North: Gleason Road
Use the slight right lane.
6
Merge onto MN 62
0.3 mi
·
20 sec
·
Crosstown Highway
7
Take the exit
255 ft
·
6 sec
Exit 105B
Toward US 169 North
Use the right lane.
8
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Exit 105B
Toward US 169 North
9
Merge onto US 169
19 mi
·
24 min
·
US 169
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Turn right onto 117th Avenue North
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
117th Avenue North
11
Enter roundabout onto 117th Avenue North
106 ft
·
3 sec
·
117th Avenue North
12
Continue on 117th Avenue North
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
117th Avenue North
13
Enter roundabout onto 117th Avenue North
135 ft
·
2 sec
·
117th Avenue North
14
Continue on 117th Avenue North
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
117th Avenue North
15
At end of road, turn right onto CR 12
0.6 mi
·
59 sec
·
West River Road
16
Arrive at destination
CR 12
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 115 decision points cluster between mile 7.1 and 27.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
7.1 mi into trip
|
~9m in
Take the exit toward US 169 South, US 169 North: Gleason Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 162
Toward US 169 South, US 169 North: Gleason Road
8
7.7 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Take the exit toward US 169 North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 105B
Toward US 169 North
7
7.8 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 169 North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 105B
Toward US 169 North
5
7.9 mi into trip
|
~11m in
|
US 169
Merge onto US 169
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
27.5 mi into trip
|
~36m in
|
117th Avenue North
Enter roundabout onto 117th Avenue North
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.41 one way
$8.81 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $4.75 | $9.49 |
| premium | $4.53 | $5.28 | $10.56 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.54 | $13.07 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.9 | 0 | $3.11 | $1.42 |
| Efficient EV | 7.4 | 0 | $2.59 | $1.18 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.8 | 0 | $4.14 | $1.89 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
West Co on Rapids, MN
Afternoon in West Co on Rapids on Sunday
Local time
3:23 PM
CDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
2 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
41m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 65% of this 29.6-mile route consists of high-speed travel. You will spend the bulk of your time on US 169, which features a longest uninterrupted stretch of 19.4 miles. The drive transitions from local streets like West 78th Street into these faster highway sections, allowing for a steady pace throughout the majority of the trip. While the road is not a winding scenic byway, the mix of local roads and major thoroughfares provides a functional flow behind the wheel. You can anticipate a predictable and efficient drive that prioritizes speed and directness over technical or complex maneuvering.
65% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 19.4 mi on US 169.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 169 and West 78th Street. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 7.1 miles in.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 11 decision points packed into just 29.6 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 41m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 7.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 7.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 41m. Total distance: 29.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
41m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (65%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 19.4 miles on US 169. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at West Co on Rapids, MN before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 7.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 7.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at West Co on Rapids, MN before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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