Origin
Otsego, MN
Late night in Otsego on Tuesday
Local time
3:09 AM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Otsego, MN to Co on Rapids, 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
31m
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 29m
★
6 AM
0h 32m
8 AM
0h 37m
10 AM
0h 33m
12 PM
0h 33m
3 PM
0h 34m
5 PM
0h 37m
8 PM
0h 30m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Otsego, MN
Tom Fisk
Co on Rapids, MN
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick excursion from Otsego to Coon Rapids, expect a straightforward 23-mile drive that typically takes about 31 minutes. This short trip is perfectly suited for a single-day outing, requiring no overnight stays or complex logistics. You can comfortably budget around $3 for fuel, making this an incredibly economical trek across the Midwest. By utilizing a combination of US 10, East River Road, and 85th Street Northeast, you will navigate between these two Minnesota communities with ease. Given the short duration, this route is ideal for travelers who value efficiency and simplicity over long-distance touring.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 10 | 16.6 mi | 19m |
| East River Road | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| 85th Street Northeast | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Foley Boulevard | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Parrish Avenue Northeast | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| MN 47 | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| MN 101 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| 90th Street Northeast | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 10
— 16.6 mi, about 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Otsego, MN and Co on Rapids, MN.
1
Start on 85th Street Northeast
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
85th Street Northeast
2
Turn left onto CR 42
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Parrish Avenue Northeast
3
Enter roundabout onto CR 39
14 ft
·
0 sec
·
90th Street Northeast
4
Continue on CR 39
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
90th Street Northeast
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
6
Merge onto MN 101
0.3 mi
·
17 sec
·
MN 101
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
Toward US 10 East, US 169 South: Anoka
Use the slight right lane.
8
Merge onto US 10; US 169
17 mi
·
19 min
·
US 10; US 169
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork onto MN 47
0.5 mi
·
34 sec
·
MN 47
Use the slight right lane.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Toward CR 11: Foley Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork
165 ft
·
4 sec
Toward CR 11: Foley Boulevard
12
Turn straight onto CR 11
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Foley Boulevard
13
At end of road, turn left onto CR 1
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
East River Road
Use the left lane.
14
Turn right onto Mississippi Boulevard Northwest
0.1 mi
·
30 sec
·
Mississippi Boulevard Northwest
15
Arrive at destination
Mississippi Boulevard Northwest
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 2.5 and 20.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
2.5 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Take the exit toward US 10 East, US 169 South: Anoka
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 10 East, US 169 South: Anoka
5
2.9 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
US 10; US 169
Merge onto US 10; US 169
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
19.4 mi into trip
|
~24m in
|
MN 47
Keep slight right at fork onto MN 47
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
6
19.9 mi into trip
|
~25m in
Take the exit toward CR 11: Foley Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward CR 11: Foley Boulevard
6
20.2 mi into trip
|
~26m in
Keep slight right at fork toward CR 11: Foley Boulevard
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward CR 11: Foley Boulevard
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
Co on Rapids, MN
Late night in Co on Rapids on Tuesday
Local time
3:09 AM
CDT
Current temp
58°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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
31m 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 roughly 75% of your journey is spent on major thoroughfares. The road feels quite efficient, highlighted by a significant 16.6-mile stretch along US 10 that allows for steady, uninterrupted travel. As you progress, the personality of the drive shifts from the faster pace of the highway to the more localized feel of East River Road and 85th Street Northeast. You will find that the transition between these road types is smooth, keeping the pace consistent throughout the 31-minute duration. It is a functional, no-nonsense drive that prioritizes getting you to your destination quickly.
75% 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: 16.6 mi on US 10.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 10 and East River Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.5 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 23 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 31m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2.9 miles (US 10; US 169): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 19.4 miles (MN 47): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
892 ft
858 ft
Total Climb
71 ft
Total Descent
89 ft
Highest Point
892 ft
~4.9 mi in
Elevation Range
35 ft
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 31m. Total distance: 23 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
31m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (75%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 16.6 miles on US 10. 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 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 2.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2.9 miles (US 10; US 169): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 19.4 miles (MN 47): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at 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, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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