Origin
Scandia, MN
Late night in Scandia on Sunday
Local time
3:00 AM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Scandia, MN to 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
44m
Distance
32.6 mi
53 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 40m
★
6 AM
0h 44m
8 AM
0h 51m
10 AM
0h 47m
12 PM
0h 46m
3 PM
0h 47m
5 PM
0h 51m
8 PM
0h 42m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Scandia, MN
Efrem Efre
Co on Rapids, MN
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
Scandia to Coon Rapids is 32.6 miles and takes about 44 minutes via I 35W and US 10, with a fuel budget near $5 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within Minnesota's Midwest region. It's a straightforward drive, perfect for a quick hop between these two communities. You'll find it's a practical route with minimal time commitment, ideal for when you need to get from point A to point B without a major expedition. Consider this for a convenient day trip or an easy commute.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 35W | 11.3 mi | 12m |
| Scandia Trail North | 11.3 mi | 15m |
| US 10 | 3.5 mi | 3m |
| I 35 | 1.8 mi | 1m |
| University Avenue Northeast | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| 85th Avenue Northwest | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Lake Drive Northeast | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| East River Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 35W
— 11.3 mi, about 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Scandia, MN and Co on Rapids, MN.
1
Start on this road
87 ft
·
8 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto CH 3
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
Olinda Trail North
3
Turn left onto MN 97
8.8 mi
·
12 min
·
Scandia Trail North
4
Enter roundabout onto MN 97
115 ft
·
2 sec
·
Scandia Trail North
5
Continue on MN 97
0.4 mi
·
33 sec
·
Scandia Trail North
6
Enter roundabout onto US 61
250 ft
·
4 sec
·
Scandia Trail North
7
Continue on US 61
0.3 mi
·
22 sec
·
Scandia Trail North
8
Keep slight right at fork onto US 61
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Scandia Trail North
9
Continue on CR 23
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
Lake Drive Northeast
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Toward I 35 South
Use the left / straight lanes.
11
Merge onto I 35
1.8 mi
·
1 min
·
I 35
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Keep slight right at fork onto I 35W
11 mi
·
12 min
·
I 35W
Toward I 35W: Minneapolis
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
Exit 30
Toward US 10 West
Use the slight right lane.
14
Merge onto US 10
3.5 mi
·
3 min
·
US 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight right at fork onto MN 610
0.3 mi
·
16 sec
·
MN-610
Use the slight right lane.
16
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Toward CR 51: University Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Turn left onto CR 51
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
University Avenue Northeast
Use the left lane.
18
Turn right onto CR 132
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
85th Avenue Northwest
Use the right lane.
19
Turn slight right onto CR 132
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
85th Avenue Northwest
20
Turn left onto CR 1
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
East River Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
21
Turn right onto Mississippi Boulevard Northwest
0.1 mi
·
30 sec
·
Mississippi Boulevard Northwest
22
Arrive at destination
Mississippi Boulevard Northwest
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 165 decision points cluster between mile 11.8 and 29.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
11.8 mi into trip
|
~16m in
Take the ramp toward I 35 South
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
Toward I 35 South
7
13.7 mi into trip
|
~19m in
|
I 35W
Keep slight right at fork onto I 35W toward I 35W: Minneapolis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward I 35W: Minneapolis
7
25 mi into trip
|
~31m in
Take the exit toward US 10 West
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 30
Toward US 10 West
6
29 mi into trip
|
~35m in
|
MN 610 / MN-610
Keep slight right at fork onto MN 610 / MN-610
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
6
29.2 mi into trip
|
~36m in
Take the exit toward CR 51: University Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward CR 51: University Avenue
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.85 one way
$9.70 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $5.23 | $10.46 |
| premium | $4.53 | $5.82 | $11.63 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.20 | $14.40 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.8 | 0 | $3.42 | $1.56 |
| Efficient EV | 8.2 | 0 | $2.85 | $1.30 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13 | 0 | $4.56 | $2.09 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 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
Co on Rapids, MN
Late night in Co on Rapids on Sunday
Local time
3:00 AM
CDT
Current temp
66°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
WSW 10 to 15 mph
89% chance
Live forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 17 at 7:50AM CDT by NWS Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN
Winter Weather Advisory
Winter Weather Advisory issued April 17 at 4:14AM CDT until April 17 at 10:00AM CDT by NWS Grand Forks ND
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
44m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive offers a mixed experience, with 51% of the journey on highways. You'll encounter stretches on major roadways like I 35W and US 10, offering efficient travel. The longest uninterrupted segment you'll navigate is 11.3 miles on I 35W. While primarily highway, the route incorporates local road sections, providing some variety from the faster pace. Expect a blend of quick transit and more local driving as you progress.
51% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 11.3 mi on I 35W.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 11.8 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 16 decision points packed into just 32.6 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 44m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 11.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 13.7 miles (I 35W): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 25 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 44m. Total distance: 32.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
44m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (51%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 11.3 miles on I 35W. 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 11.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 13.7 miles (I 35W): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 25 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 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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