Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
28m
Distance
23.1 mi
37 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Albertville, MN
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Co on Rapids, MN
Tom Fisk
The drive from Albertville, MN to Co on Rapids, MN covers 23.1 miles and takes about 28m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on MN 610, I 94, East River Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 11 miles on MN 610. At current regular gas prices, budget about $3.44 one way before food or hotel costs.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 28m. Total distance: 23.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
28m 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.
This is a 28m highway drive covering 23.1 miles, with most of the trip on MN 610 and I 94. The longest continuous stretch is about 11 miles on MN 610.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on MN 610 and I 94. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near 60th Street Northeast.
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 23.1 miles you will encounter 10 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: near the start (60th Street Northeast): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (CR 37 / 61st Street Northeast): Navigation decision point; at 10.5 miles (MN 610): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto 60th Street Northeast
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto CR 37 / 61st Street Northeast
Navigation decision point
Take the exit onto MN 610 toward MN 610 East
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward CR 1: East River Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MN 610 | 11 mi | 12m |
| I 94 | 9.5 mi | 10m |
| East River Road | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| 61st Street Northeast | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Mississippi Boulevard Northwest | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| 60th Street Northeast | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Main Avenue Northeast | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Albertville, MN and Co on Rapids, MN.
Start on this road
Turn right onto 60th Street Northeast
Turn left onto Main Avenue Northeast
Turn right onto CR 37
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 94
Take the exit onto MN 610
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Turn right onto CR 1
Turn right onto Mississippi Boulevard Northwest
Arrive at destination
Regular Gas
$3.44 one way
$6.88 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $3.70 | $7.41 |
| premium | $4.53 | $4.12 | $8.24 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.10 | $10.20 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.1 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 | $2.43 | $1.11 |
| Efficient EV | 5.8 | 0 | $2.02 | $0.92 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.2 | 0 | $3.23 | $1.48 |
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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Albertville on Thursday
Local time
2:51 PM
CDT
Current temp
48°F
Mostly Cloudy then Patchy Fog
Destination
Afternoon in Co on Rapids on Thursday
Local time
2:51 PM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
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