Origin
Co on Rapids, MN
Afternoon in Co on Rapids on Sunday
Local time
4:24 PM
CDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Co on Rapids, MN to Detroit Lakes, MN
Drive Time
3h 45m
Distance
192.6 mi
310 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$28
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 33m
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6 AM
3h 46m
8 AM
4h 11m
10 AM
3h 55m
12 PM
3h 52m
3 PM
3h 56m
5 PM
4h 10m
8 PM
3h 38m
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
Detroit Lakes, MN
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
If you are planning to head from Coon Rapids to Detroit Lakes, you are looking at a straightforward 192.6-mile journey across Minnesota. The drive typically takes about 3 hours and 45 minutes, making it a manageable day trip that does not require an overnight stay. You will primarily utilize a combination of MN-610, I-94 W, and US 10 to complete the trek. Expect to budget roughly $28 for fuel for the one-way trip. Because this route stays entirely within the Midwest, the transition between these two points is consistent and reliable, perfect for travelers who prefer a predictable commute over winding backroads.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
96.3 miles from Co on Rapids, MN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 55m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is heavily highway-focused, with 96% of the route consisting of high-speed transit. You will spend the vast majority of your time on major thoroughfares, including a significant 156.1-mile stretch on US 10, which serves as the longest uninterrupted portion of the journey. Do not expect technical maneuvers or winding turns here; instead, anticipate a steady, efficient pace that favors speed and directness. The road personality is functional and consistent, allowing you to settle into a rhythm as you move between the two locations. It is the type of drive where you can rely on well-maintained pavement and clear signage throughout the duration of your travel.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 10 is the longest continuous segment at about 156.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 10 and I-94 W. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near CR 1 / East River Road.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 192.6 miles you will encounter 13 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 0.1 miles (CR 1 / East River Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 1.9 miles (MN 610 / MN-610): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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CR 1 / East River Road
Turn left onto CR 1 / East River Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
7
1.5 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Turn left toward MN 610 West
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward MN 610 West
5
1.9 mi into trip
|
~4m in
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MN 610 / MN-610
Merge onto MN 610 / MN-610
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
5
12.5 mi into trip
|
~16m in
|
I 94 / I-94 W
Merge onto I 94 / I-94 W
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
6
148.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 54m in
Enter roundabout
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 10 | 156.1 mi | 3h |
| I-94 W | 12.6 mi | 13m |
| MN-610 | 10.6 mi | 12m |
| I 94 | 6 mi | 6m |
| 165th Avenue Southeast | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Park Boulevard Southeast | 1.4 mi | 1m |
| East River Road | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Pine Street | 0.8 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
US 10
— 156.1 mi, about 3h
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Co on Rapids, MN and Detroit Lakes, 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 left
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
Toward MN 610 West
Use the left lane.
4
Merge onto MN 610
11 mi
·
12 min
·
MN-610
Use the none lane.
5
Merge onto I 94
13 mi
·
13 min
·
I-94 W
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork onto I 94
6.0 mi
·
6 min
·
I 94
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
8
Turn right onto MN 25
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Pine Street
9
Continue on MN 25
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
State Highway 25
10
Turn left onto County Road 11
0.7 mi
·
53 sec
·
County Road 11
11
Continue on Park Boulevard Southeast
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Park Boulevard Southeast
12
Continue on 165th Avenue Southeast
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
165th Avenue Southeast
13
Turn left onto US 10
54 mi
·
1 hr 3 min
·
US 10
Use the none lane.
14
Keep slight left at fork onto US 10
38 mi
·
42 min
·
US 10
15
Turn straight onto US 10; MN 210
8.5 mi
·
9 min
·
US 10; MN 210
16
Continue on US 10; IC A
11 mi
·
12 min
·
US 10; IC A
17
Turn slight right
67 ft
·
2 sec
18
Enter roundabout
100 ft
·
1 sec
19
Continue
96 ft
·
1 sec
20
Turn straight onto US 10
44 mi
·
51 min
·
US 10
21
Turn left onto CR 22
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
Washington Avenue
22
Arrive at destination
CR 22
Trip Plan
Since this is a sub-four-hour drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though hitting the road early helps avoid potential traffic congestion. Plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs and refuel, as the long, straight stretches can be mentally fatiguing. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge during that 156.1-mile US 10 segment, as you will want to ensure you have enough gas to avoid unnecessary detours into smaller towns. Because the route is so efficient, consider using your one stop as a chance to grab a meal rather than just a quick pit stop. Staying mindful of the long highway stretches will help you arrive in Detroit Lakes feeling refreshed and ready for your destination.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 96.3 miles from Co on Rapids, MN, or about 1h 55m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 156.1 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 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 96.3 miles or 1h 55m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 5m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Detroit Lakes, 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 192.6 miles and 3h 45m.
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.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on US 10 for about 156.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 96.3 mi from Co on Rapids, MN · 1h 55m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
96 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 96.3 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 US 10 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 156.1 miles.
Arriving in Detroit Lakes, MN
The final approach into Detroit Lakes, 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 Detroit Lakes, 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
$27.55 one way
$55.10 round trip
$3.63/gal
25.4 MPG avg
67 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $3.92 | $29.73 | $59.46 |
| premium | $4.39 | $33.30 | $66.61 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $42.79 | $85.58 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$28
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$53–$78
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 67.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 57.8 | 0 | $20.22 | $9.24 |
| Efficient EV | 48.2 | 0 | $16.85 | $7.70 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 77 | 0 | $26.96 | $12.33 |
Gas CO2
67 kg
EV CO2
23 kg (66% 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
Detroit Lakes, MN
Afternoon in Detroit Lakes on Sunday
Local time
4:24 PM
CDT
Current temp
38°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
37°F
Avon, MN
96 mi in
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
2 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
3h 45m 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 Detroit Lakes, MN covers 192.6 miles and takes about 3h 45m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 10, I-94 W, MN-610. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 96.3 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 $27.55 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 192.6 miles you will encounter 13 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 0.1 miles (CR 1 / East River Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 1.9 miles (MN 610 / MN-610): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Co on Rapids, MN to Detroit Lakes, MN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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