Origin
Annandale, MN
Night in Annandale on Thursday
Local time
9:15 PM
CDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Annandale, MN to Co on Rapids, MN
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
1h 3m
Distance
50.4 mi
81 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 58m
★
6 AM
1h 4m
8 AM
1h 14m
10 AM
1h 7m
12 PM
1h 6m
3 PM
1h 8m
5 PM
1h 13m
8 PM
1h 1m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Annandale, MN
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Co on Rapids, MN
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
The drive from Annandale, MN to Co on Rapids, MN covers 50.4 miles and takes about 1h 3m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 94, MN 610, County Road 37 Northwest for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 18.3 miles on I 94. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.50 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 3m. Total distance: 50.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 3m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (65%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 3m highway drive covering 50.4 miles, with most of the trip on I 94 and MN 610. The longest continuous stretch is about 18.3 miles on I 94.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 94 is the longest continuous segment at about 18.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 94 and MN 610. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 6.7 miles in near CR 37 / County Road 37 Northwest.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 50.4 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: at 6.7 miles (CR 37 / County Road 37 Northwest): Lane positioning matters here; at 15.5 miles (MN 25 / State Highway 25): Lane positioning matters here; at 37.8 miles (MN 610): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
6.7 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
CR 37 / County Road 37 Northwest
Turn right onto CR 37 / County Road 37 Northwest
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
15.5 mi into trip
|
~21m in
|
MN 25 / State Highway 25
Turn left onto MN 25 / State Highway 25
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
37.8 mi into trip
|
~47m in
|
MN 610
Take the exit onto MN 610 toward MN 610 East
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 212
Toward MN 610 East
7
48.8 mi into trip
|
~1h in
Take the exit toward CR 1: East River Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 10
Toward CR 1: East River Road
7
49 mi into trip
|
~1h in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 94 | 18.3 mi | 19m |
| MN 610 | 11 mi | 12m |
| County Road 37 Northwest | 8.7 mi | 11m |
| Elm Street East | 6.4 mi | 8m |
| State Highway 25 | 3.5 mi | 5m |
| East River Road | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Oak Avenue North | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Mississippi Boulevard Northwest | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 94
— 18.3 mi, about 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Annandale, MN and Co on Rapids, MN.
1
Start on MN 24
389 ft
·
17 sec
·
Oak Avenue South
2
Turn left onto MN 55
6.4 mi
·
8 min
·
Elm Street East
3
Turn left onto CR 8
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
·
Oak Avenue North
4
Turn right onto CR 37
8.7 mi
·
11 min
·
County Road 37 Northwest
Use the straight lane.
5
Turn left onto MN 25
3.5 mi
·
5 min
·
State Highway 25
Use the straight lane.
6
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
7
Merge onto I 94
18 mi
·
19 min
·
I 94
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit onto MN 610
11 mi
·
12 min
·
MN 610
Exit 212
Toward MN 610 East
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Exit 10
Toward CR 1: East River Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
11
Turn right onto CR 1
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
East River Road
Use the left lane.
12
Turn right onto Mississippi Boulevard Northwest
0.1 mi
·
30 sec
·
Mississippi Boulevard Northwest
13
Arrive at destination
Mississippi Boulevard Northwest
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 25.2 mi from Annandale, MN · 34m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
25 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 25.2 miles from Annandale, MN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Co on Rapids, MN
The final approach into Co on Rapids, MN usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.50 one way
$15.00 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $8.08 | $16.16 |
| premium | $4.53 | $8.99 | $17.99 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.13 | $22.26 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.1 | 0 | $5.29 | $2.42 |
| Efficient EV | 12.6 | 0 | $4.41 | $2.02 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.2 | 0 | $7.06 | $3.23 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (67% 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
Night in Co on Rapids on Thursday
Local time
9:15 PM
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
23 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
1h 3m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Annandale, MN to Co on Rapids, MN covers 50.4 miles and takes about 1h 3m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 94, MN 610, County Road 37 Northwest. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 25.2 miles from Annandale, MN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.50 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 50.4 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 6.7 miles (CR 37 / County Road 37 Northwest): Lane positioning matters here; at 15.5 miles (MN 25 / State Highway 25): Lane positioning matters here; at 37.8 miles (MN 610): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Annandale, MN to Co on Rapids, MN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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