Origin
Co on Rapids, MN
Afternoon in Co on Rapids on Sunday
Local time
4:23 PM
CDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Co on Rapids, MN to Cloquet, MN
Drive Time
2h 27m
Distance
132.3 mi
213 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 18m
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6 AM
2h 28m
8 AM
2h 48m
10 AM
2h 35m
12 PM
2h 33m
3 PM
2h 36m
5 PM
2h 47m
8 PM
2h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Co on Rapids, MN
Tom Fisk
Cloquet, MN
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Coon Rapids to Cloquet, you are looking at a straightforward 132.3-mile journey that typically takes about 2 hours and 27 minutes. This route is designed for efficiency, relying heavily on I-35, I-35W, and US-10 to get you between these two Minnesota hubs. Because the total duration is quite manageable, you can easily complete this drive in a single day without needing an overnight stay. Expect to spend approximately $19 on fuel for the trip, making it a budget-friendly option for travelers. Both cities are located within the Midwest, so you can expect familiar terrain as you navigate through this region.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
66.1 miles from Co on Rapids, MN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 14m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a highway-focused drive, with 97% of your travel time spent on major thoroughfares. You will experience a consistent interstate pace, highlighted by a significant 105-mile stretch on I-35 that allows for steady, uninterrupted driving. The personality of this route is utilitarian rather than winding, prioritizing speed and connectivity over technical backroads. Because the vast majority of your time is spent on high-capacity roads, you should prepare for a predictable, efficient experience behind the wheel. It is a no-nonsense path that prioritizes getting you to your destination as quickly as possible.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 35 is the longest continuous segment at about 105 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 35 and I 35W. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 2.7 miles in.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 132.3 miles you will encounter 12 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 2.7 miles: Navigation decision point; at 2.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 3 miles (US 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
2.7 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Take the ramp toward US 10 East
Navigation decision point
Toward US 10 East
8
2.8 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 10 East
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 10 East
5
3 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
US 10
Merge onto US 10
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
7
7.3 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Take the exit toward I 35W North: Duluth
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Exit 236
Toward I 35W North: Duluth
5
8.1 mi into trip
|
~12m in
|
I 35W
Merge onto I 35W
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 35 | 105 mi | 1h 52m |
| I 35W | 16.5 mi | 17m |
| US 10 | 4.2 mi | 4m |
| MN 33 | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| East River Road | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Foley Boulevard | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Mississippi Boulevard Northwest | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Cloquet Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 35
— 105 mi, about 1h 52m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Co on Rapids, MN and Cloquet, MN.
1
Start on Mississippi Boulevard Northwest
0.1 mi
·
30 sec
·
Mississippi Boulevard Northwest
2
Turn left onto CR 1
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
East River Road
Use the none lane.
3
Turn right onto Foley Boulevard
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Foley Boulevard
4
Take the ramp
154 ft
·
3 sec
Toward US 10 East
5
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Toward US 10 East
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Merge onto US 10
4.2 mi
·
4 min
·
US 10
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Exit 236
Toward I 35W North: Duluth
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
8
Merge onto I 35W
16 mi
·
17 min
·
I 35W
Use the none lane.
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 35
105 mi
·
1 hr 52 min
·
I 35
10
Take the exit onto MN 33
0.6 mi
·
58 sec
·
MN 33
Toward MN 33: Cloquet, Iron Range
11
Enter roundabout onto MN 33
127 ft
·
1 sec
·
MN 33
12
Continue on MN 33
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
MN 33
13
Turn right onto CR 45
465 ft
·
14 sec
·
Cloquet Avenue
14
Turn right onto 4th Street
26 ft
·
1 sec
·
4th Street
15
Arrive at destination
4th Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though hitting the road early helps avoid potential congestion on the interstate segments. While the 132.3-mile distance is easily manageable in one sitting, remember to account for the $19 fuel cost when budgeting for your travel expenses. Because you will be spending nearly the entire time on highways, ensure your vehicle is ready for sustained speeds. A helpful tip for this specific route is to check traffic reports for I-35 before you leave Coon Rapids, as the heavy reliance on this single artery means any delays can significantly impact your arrival time in Cloquet.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 66.1 miles from Co on Rapids, MN, or about 1h 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 105 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 80 miles or 1h 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 66.1 miles or 1h 14m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cloquet, MN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Co on Rapids, MN so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Co on Rapids, MN
This is one driving day of about 132.3 miles and 2h 27m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Co on Rapids, MN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on I 35 for about 105 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 66.1 mi from Co on Rapids, MN · 1h 14m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
66 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 66.1 miles from Co on Rapids, MN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 35 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 105 miles.
Arriving in Cloquet, MN
The final approach into Cloquet, MN usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Cloquet, MN.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$18.92 one way
$37.85 round trip
$3.63/gal
25.4 MPG avg
46 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $3.92 | $20.42 | $40.85 |
| premium | $4.39 | $22.88 | $45.75 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $29.39 | $58.78 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 46.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 39.7 | 0 | $13.89 | $6.35 |
| Efficient EV | 33.1 | 0 | $11.58 | $5.29 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 52.9 | 0 | $18.52 | $8.47 |
Gas CO2
46 kg
EV CO2
15 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
Cloquet, MN
Afternoon in Cloquet on Sunday
Local time
4:23 PM
CDT
Current temp
29°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
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
11 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 27m 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 Co on Rapids, MN to Cloquet, MN covers 132.3 miles and takes about 2h 27m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 35, I 35W, US 10. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 66.1 miles from Co on Rapids, MN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $18.92 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 132.3 miles you will encounter 12 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 2.7 miles: Navigation decision point; at 2.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 3 miles (US 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Co on Rapids, MN to Cloquet, MN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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