Origin
Co on Rapids, MN
Afternoon in Co on Rapids on Saturday
Local time
3:57 PM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Co on Rapids, MN to Elko New Market, MN
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
56m
Distance
43.4 mi
70 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 52m
★
6 AM
0h 57m
8 AM
1h 6m
10 AM
1h 0m
12 PM
0h 59m
3 PM
1h 1m
5 PM
1h 6m
8 PM
0h 54m
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
Elko New Market, MN
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
The drive from Co on Rapids, MN to Elko New Market, MN covers 43.4 miles and takes about 56m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on East River Road, I 94 East, I 35W South for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mostly surface roads. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.46 one way before food or hotel costs.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East River Road | — | — |
| I 94 East | — | — |
| I 35W South | — | — |
| I-35W South | — | — |
| CR 2 | — | — |
| 260th Street East | — | — |
| France Avenue | — | — |
| Main Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
East River Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Co on Rapids, MN and Elko New Market, MN.
1
Start on Mississippi Boulevard Northwest
0.1 mi
·
33 sec
·
Mississippi Boulevard Northwest
2
Turn right onto East River Road
3.7 mi
·
6 min
·
East River Road
3
Take the ramp slight left
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
4
Merge slight left
0.3 mi
·
19 sec
5
Take the exit slight right toward I 94 East
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
I 94 East
6
Merge slight right
4.4 mi
·
5 min
7
Keep slight left
3.3 mi
·
4 min
8
Take the exit slight right toward I 35W South
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
I 35W South
9
Merge slight left onto I-35W South
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
·
I-35W South
10
Merge slight right
28 mi
·
32 min
11
Take the exit slight right toward CR 2: Elko, New Market
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
CR 2: Elko, New Market
12
Turn right onto 260th Street East
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
260th Street East
13
Turn left onto France Avenue
0.6 mi
·
50 sec
·
France Avenue
14
Continue on Main Street
479 ft
·
21 sec
·
Main Street
15
Arrive at your destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
22 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 21.7 miles from Co on Rapids, MN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.46 one way
$12.92 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $6.96 | $13.92 |
| premium | $4.53 | $7.74 | $15.49 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.58 | $19.16 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.2 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 | 13 | 0 | $4.56 | $2.08 |
| Efficient EV | 10.9 | 0 | $3.80 | $1.74 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.4 | 0 | $6.08 | $2.78 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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
Elko New Market, MN
Afternoon in Elko New Market on Saturday
Local time
3:57 PM
CDT
Current temp
44°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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
56m 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?
43.4 mi in 56m across surface roads — expect steady turns and local traffic rather than long highway runs.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Main road: East River Road.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Co on Rapids, MN to Elko New Market, MN is easy. At 56m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Co on Rapids, MN to Elko New Market, MN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 56m. Total distance: 43.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
56m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Co on Rapids, MN to Elko New Market, MN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Elko New Market, 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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