Origin
Co on Rapids, MN
Night in Co on Rapids on Saturday
Local time
11:33 PM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Co on Rapids, MN to Becker, MN
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
49m
Distance
40 mi
64 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 46m
★
6 AM
0h 50m
8 AM
0h 58m
10 AM
0h 52m
12 PM
0h 52m
3 PM
0h 53m
5 PM
0h 57m
8 PM
0h 47m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Co on Rapids, MN
Tom Fisk
Becker, MN
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
Coon Rapids, MN to Becker, MN is 40 miles and takes about 49 minutes via I-94 W, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Minnesota, traversing the Midwest region. It's a straightforward, highway-focused drive that makes for an easy day trip or a quick commute. Given its short duration, you'll find plenty of flexibility in your departure time. Consider this route for its simplicity and efficiency.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I-94 W | 12.6 mi | 13m |
| MN-610 | 10.6 mi | 12m |
| I 94 | 6 mi | 6m |
| US 10 | 3.8 mi | 4m |
| 165th Avenue Southeast | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Park Boulevard Southeast | 1.4 mi | 1m |
| East River Road | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Pine Street | 0.8 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I-94 W
— 12.6 mi, about 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Co on Rapids, MN and Becker, MN.
1
Start on Mississippi Boulevard Northwest
0.1 mi
·
30 sec
·
Mississippi Boulevard Northwest
2
Turn left onto CR 1
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
East River Road
3
Turn left
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
Toward MN 610 West
Use the left lane.
4
Merge onto MN 610
11 mi
·
12 min
·
MN-610
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Merge onto I 94
13 mi
·
13 min
·
I-94 W
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork onto I 94
6.0 mi
·
6 min
·
I 94
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
8
Turn right onto MN 25
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Pine Street
9
Continue on MN 25
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
State Highway 25
10
Turn left onto County Road 11
0.7 mi
·
53 sec
·
County Road 11
11
Continue on Park Boulevard Southeast
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Park Boulevard Southeast
12
Continue on 165th Avenue Southeast
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
165th Avenue Southeast
13
Turn left onto US 10
3.8 mi
·
4 min
·
US 10
14
Turn right onto Hancock Street
111 ft
·
3 sec
·
Hancock Street
15
Arrive at destination
Hancock Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 40 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20 miles from Co on Rapids, MN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 85 decision points cluster between mile 1.5 and 32.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
1.5 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Turn left toward MN 610 West
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward MN 610 West
5
1.9 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
MN 610 / MN-610
Merge onto MN 610 / MN-610
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
12.5 mi into trip
|
~16m in
|
I 94 / I-94 W
Merge onto I 94 / I-94 W
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
25.1 mi into trip
|
~30m in
|
I 94
Keep slight left at fork onto I 94
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
32.4 mi into trip
|
~39m in
|
County Road 11
Turn left onto County Road 11
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.95 one way
$11.91 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $6.41 | $12.83 |
| premium | $4.53 | $7.14 | $14.27 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.83 | $17.66 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 14 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12 | 0 | $4.20 | $1.92 |
| Efficient EV | 10 | 0 | $3.50 | $1.60 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16 | 0 | $5.60 | $2.56 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Becker, MN
Night in Becker on Saturday
Local time
11:33 PM
CDT
Current temp
41°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
26 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
49m 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?
This drive is predominantly a highway experience, with 83% of the journey on major interstates. You'll spend the majority of your time on I-94 W, including a continuous stretch of 12.6 miles. The profile is clearly highway-focused, meaning you can expect consistent speeds and minimal traffic disruptions, typical of interstate travel in the Midwest. While not designed for scenic detours, it efficiently connects the two points.
83% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 12.6 mi on I-94 W.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I-94 W and MN-610. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.5 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 8 decision points packed into just 40 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 49m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 1.9 miles (MN 610 / MN-610): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 12.5 miles (I 94 / I-94 W): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 49m. Total distance: 40 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
49m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (83%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 12.6 miles on I-94 W. 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 Becker, 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 1.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 1.9 miles (MN 610 / MN-610): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 12.5 miles (I 94 / I-94 W): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Becker, 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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