Origin
Zimmerman, MN
Late night in Zimmerman on Sunday
Local time
2:46 AM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Zimmerman, 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
39m
Distance
32 mi
51 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 37m
★
6 AM
0h 40m
8 AM
0h 47m
10 AM
0h 42m
12 PM
0h 42m
3 PM
0h 43m
5 PM
0h 46m
8 PM
0h 38m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Zimmerman, MN
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Co on Rapids, MN
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel from Zimmerman to Coon Rapids, you are looking at a straightforward 32-mile journey. Expect to spend about 39 minutes on the road, making this an ideal trip to complete in a single day. The route is dominated by US 169 and East River Road, keeping your travel time efficient. With a modest fuel budget of approximately $5, this drive is very budget-friendly for a quick excursion. Both the origin and destination are located within the Midwest region, ensuring a familiar feel throughout the trip. Because the drive is short, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your schedule without worrying about overnight logistics.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 169 | 17.2 mi | 20m |
| US Highway 169 | 10.9 mi | 12m |
| East River Road | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Foley Boulevard | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| MN 47 | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| 261st Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Mississippi Boulevard Northwest | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| POW/MIA Memorial Highway | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 169
— 17.2 mi, about 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Zimmerman, MN and Co on Rapids, MN.
1
Start on 2nd Street West
30 ft
·
3 sec
·
2nd Street West
2
Turn right onto 261st Avenue
0.3 mi
·
24 sec
·
261st Avenue
3
Turn right onto US 169
11 mi
·
12 min
·
US Highway 169
4
Continue on US 169
383 ft
·
4 sec
·
POW/MIA Memorial Highway
5
Take the exit onto US 169
17 mi
·
20 min
·
US 169
Toward US 10 East, US 169: Anoka
Use the right lane.
6
Keep slight right at fork onto MN 47
0.5 mi
·
34 sec
·
MN 47
Use the slight right lane.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Toward CR 11: Foley Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork
165 ft
·
4 sec
Toward CR 11: Foley Boulevard
9
Turn straight onto CR 11
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Foley Boulevard
10
At end of road, turn left onto CR 1
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
East River Road
Use the left lane.
11
Turn right onto Mississippi Boulevard Northwest
0.1 mi
·
30 sec
·
Mississippi Boulevard Northwest
12
Arrive at destination
Mississippi Boulevard Northwest
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 85 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 29.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
261st Avenue
Turn right onto 261st Avenue
Navigation decision point
7
11.3 mi into trip
|
~13m in
|
US 169
Take the exit onto US 169 toward US 10 East, US 169: Anoka
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward US 10 East, US 169: Anoka
6
28.5 mi into trip
|
~33m 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
29 mi into trip
|
~33m 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
29.2 mi into trip
|
~34m 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
$4.76 one way
$9.52 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $5.13 | $10.26 |
| premium | $4.53 | $5.71 | $11.42 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.07 | $14.13 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.2 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 | 9.6 | 0 | $3.36 | $1.54 |
| Efficient EV | 8 | 0 | $2.80 | $1.28 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.8 | 0 | $4.48 | $2.05 |
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
2:46 AM
CDT
Current temp
67°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
39m 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 trip is a highway-focused drive, with 89% of your time spent on major roads. You will find yourself cruising along US 169 for the majority of the distance, including a longest uninterrupted stretch of 17.2 miles. The experience is consistent and fast-paced rather than winding or technical, allowing for a steady rhythm behind the wheel. As you transition from the Zimmerman area toward Coon Rapids, the environment remains grounded in a highway-heavy landscape. It is a functional, direct route that prioritizes getting you to your destination quickly and reliably.
89% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 17.2 mi on US 169.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 169 and US Highway 169. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near 261st Avenue.
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 32 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 39m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (261st Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 11.3 miles (US 169): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 28.5 miles (MN 47): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 39m. Total distance: 32 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
39m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (89%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 17.2 miles on US 169. 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: near the start (261st Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 11.3 miles (US 169): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 28.5 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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