Origin
Co on Rapids, MN
Late night in Co on Rapids on Tuesday
Local time
4:16 AM
CDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Co on Rapids, MN to Otsego, MN
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
32m
Distance
24.2 mi
39 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 30m
★
6 AM
0h 32m
8 AM
0h 38m
10 AM
0h 34m
12 PM
0h 34m
3 PM
0h 35m
5 PM
0h 38m
8 PM
0h 31m
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
Otsego, MN
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
Coon Rapids, MN to Otsego, MN is 24.2 miles and takes about 32 minutes via MN-610 and I-94 W, with a fuel budget near $4 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within the Midwest region, specifically Minnesota, making it an easy local excursion. Given its brevity, it's a practical choice for a quick commute, a short hop to a different area of the city, or to connect to longer routes. You'll find this drive straightforward, with minimal time commitment and a predictable fuel cost.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MN-610 | 10.6 mi | 12m |
| I-94 W | 4.2 mi | 4m |
| MN 101 | 3.8 mi | 4m |
| East River Road | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| 85th Street Northeast | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| MN 101 North Bypass | 0.8 mi | <1m |
| River Road Northeast | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Parrish Avenue Northeast | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
MN-610
— 10.6 mi, about 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Co on Rapids, MN and Otsego, 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
4.2 mi
·
4 min
·
I-94 W
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 207A-B
Toward MN 101, CR 81, MN 101 North: Rogers, Elk River
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto MN 101 North Bypass
0.8 mi
·
55 sec
·
MN 101 North Bypass
Exit 207B
Toward MN 101 Bypass North: Elk River
Use the slight right lane.
8
Merge onto MN 101
3.8 mi
·
4 min
·
MN 101
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
Toward CR 42: River Road
Use the slight right lane.
10
Turn left onto River Road Northeast
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
River Road Northeast
Use the left / straight lanes.
11
Continue on CR 42
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
Parrish Avenue Northeast
12
Turn left onto 85th Street Northeast
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
85th Street Northeast
13
Arrive at destination
85th Street Northeast
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 1.5 and 21.6 — 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.
8
16.7 mi into trip
|
~21m in
Take the exit toward MN 101, CR 81, MN 101 North: Rogers, Elk River
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 207A-B
Toward MN 101, CR 81, MN 101 North: Rogers, Elk...
8
17 mi into trip
|
~21m in
|
MN 101 North Bypass
Keep slight right at fork onto MN 101 North Bypass toward MN 101 Bypass North: Elk River
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 207B
Toward MN 101 Bypass North: Elk River
6
21.6 mi into trip
|
~26m in
Take the exit toward CR 42: River Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward CR 42: River Road
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.60 one way
$7.20 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $3.88 | $7.76 |
| premium | $4.53 | $4.32 | $8.64 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.34 | $10.69 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.3 | 0 | $2.54 | $1.16 |
| Efficient EV | 6.1 | 0 | $2.12 | $0.97 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.7 | 0 | $3.39 | $1.55 |
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
Otsego, MN
Late night in Otsego on Tuesday
Local time
4:16 AM
CDT
Current temp
56°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
32m 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 route is predominantly highway, with 80% of the 24.2 miles on major roads like MN-610 and I-94 W. You'll experience a longest stretch of 10.6 miles on MN-610, likely involving consistent cruising speeds. The transition from highway driving to surface roads will occur as you approach Otsego, MN, offering a change in pace from the higher-speed freeway environment. Expect a relatively smooth drive with fewer turns and good forward visibility for most of the trip.
80% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 10.6 mi on MN-610.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on MN-610 and I-94 W. 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
8/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 9 decision points packed into just 24.2 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 32m.
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 16.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Co on Rapids, MN and Otsego, MN, road signs point toward Cr 81 and Elk River.
Cr 81
16.7 mi in
|
~21m
Elk River
16.7 mi in
|
~21m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 32m. Total distance: 24.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
32m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (80%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 10.6 miles on MN-610. 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 Otsego, 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 16.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Otsego, 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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