Origin
Co on Rapids, MN
Night in Co on Rapids on Saturday
Local time
11:35 PM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Co on Rapids, MN to Minnetonka, MN
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
33m
Distance
23 mi
37 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 31m
★
6 AM
0h 34m
8 AM
0h 40m
10 AM
0h 36m
12 PM
0h 35m
3 PM
0h 36m
5 PM
0h 39m
8 PM
0h 32m
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
Minnetonka, MN
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Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel from Coon Rapids to Minnetonka, you are looking at a quick 23-mile journey that typically takes about 33 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, as it is short enough to complete without any overnight stays. With an estimated fuel cost of just $3, it is an incredibly budget-friendly excursion within the Midwest. You will primarily utilize MN 100, Minnesota State Highway 7, and East River Road to make the connection. Because the drive is so efficient, you have plenty of flexibility in your schedule to head out whenever it fits your plans.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MN 100 | 9.5 mi | 11m |
| Minnesota State Highway 7 | 7.8 mi | 11m |
| East River Road | 3.7 mi | 6m |
| I 694 | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Mississippi Boulevard Northwest | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| County Road 101 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
MN 100
— 9.5 mi, about 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Co on Rapids, MN and Minnetonka, MN.
1
Start on Mississippi Boulevard Northwest
0.1 mi
·
32 sec
·
Mississippi Boulevard Northwest
2
Turn right onto CR 1
3.7 mi
·
6 min
·
East River Road
Use the left lane.
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
Use the left lane.
4
Merge onto I 694
0.6 mi
·
44 sec
·
I 694
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 35A
Toward MN 100
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Continue on MN 100
9.5 mi
·
11 min
·
MN 100
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward MN 7 West
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Merge onto MN 7
7.8 mi
·
11 min
·
Minnesota State Highway 7
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Turn left onto CR 101
239 ft
·
10 sec
·
County Road 101
Use the left lane.
10
Arrive at destination
CR 101
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 75 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 15.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
CR 1 / East River Road
Turn right onto CR 1 / East River Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
4.1 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
I 694
Merge onto I 694
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
4.7 mi into trip
|
~8m in
Take the exit toward MN 100
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 35A
Toward MN 100
6
14.9 mi into trip
|
~21m in
Take the exit toward MN 7 West
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward MN 7 West
5
15.1 mi into trip
|
~22m in
|
MN 7 / Minnesota State Highway 7
Merge onto MN 7 / Minnesota State Highway 7
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.42 one way
$6.85 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $3.69 | $7.38 |
| premium | $4.53 | $4.10 | $8.21 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.08 | $10.16 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.9 | 0 | $2.41 | $1.10 |
| Efficient EV | 5.8 | 0 | $2.01 | $0.92 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.2 | 0 | $3.22 | $1.47 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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
Minnetonka, MN
Night in Minnetonka on Saturday
Local time
11:35 PM
CDT
Current temp
47°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
20 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
33m 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 drive that keeps you moving efficiently toward your destination. Approximately 78% of your trip is spent on highways, providing a consistent pace for the majority of the 23-mile stretch. You will encounter a longest uninterrupted segment of 9.5 miles while navigating MN 100, which defines the core experience of this drive. The transition between these major corridors creates a straightforward transit experience rather than a winding, technical path. Behind the wheel, you will find this to be a functional, high-speed commute that prioritizes speed over scenic detours.
78% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
10 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 9.5 mi on MN 100.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on MN 100 and Minnesota State Highway 7. You will hit about 7 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near CR 1 / East River Road.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 23 miles you will encounter 7 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (CR 1 / East River Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.1 miles (I 694): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 4.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 33m. Total distance: 23 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
33m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (78%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 9.5 miles on MN 100. 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 Minnetonka, 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 0.1 miles (CR 1 / East River Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.1 miles (I 694): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 4.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Minnetonka, 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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