Origin
Co on Rapids, MN
Afternoon in Co on Rapids on Monday
Local time
1:20 PM
CDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Co on Rapids, MN to Hibbing, MN
Drive Time
3h 51m
Distance
181.3 mi
292 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$26
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 39m
★
6 AM
3h 52m
8 AM
4h 17m
10 AM
4h 0m
12 PM
3h 58m
3 PM
4h 2m
5 PM
4h 16m
8 PM
3h 44m
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
Hibbing, MN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Co on Rapids, MN to Hibbing, MN covers 181.3 miles and takes about 3h 51m 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, Foley Boulevard, 101st Avenue Northwest for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $25.93 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
90.7 miles from Co on Rapids, MN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 55m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 3h 51m drive with frequent turns across 181.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East River Road is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
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.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Co on Rapids, MN to Hibbing, MN is easy. At 3h 51m 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 Hibbing, MN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East River Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Foley Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| 101st Avenue Northwest | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| University Avenue Northeast | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| 109th Avenue Northeast | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Central Avenue Northeast | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Highway 210 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Highway 65 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
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 Hibbing, MN.
1
Start on Mississippi Boulevard Northwest
0.1 mi
·
31 sec
·
Mississippi Boulevard Northwest
2
Turn left onto East River Road
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
East River Road
3
Turn right onto Foley Boulevard
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Foley Boulevard
4
Turn right onto 101st Avenue Northwest
0.3 mi
·
52 sec
·
101st Avenue Northwest
5
Turn left onto University Avenue Northeast
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
University Avenue Northeast
6
Turn slight right
292 ft
·
13 sec
7
Turn straight onto 109th Avenue Northeast
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
109th Avenue Northeast
8
Turn left onto Central Avenue Northeast
103 mi
·
2 hr 7 min
·
Central Avenue Northeast
9
At the end of the road, turn left onto East Highway 210
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
East Highway 210
10
Turn right onto State Highway 65
36 mi
·
45 min
·
State Highway 65
11
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
148 ft
·
2 sec
·
the route
12
Exit the roundabout
19 mi
·
23 min
13
Turn right
14 mi
·
16 min
14
Take the exit slight right
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
15
At the end of the road, turn left onto West 42nd Street
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
West 42nd Street
16
Turn left onto 1st Avenue
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
1st Avenue
17
Turn right onto East Howard Street
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
East Howard Street
18
Turn right onto 4th Avenue East
121 ft
·
5 sec
·
4th Avenue East
19
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 90.7 miles from Co on Rapids, MN, or about 1h 55m into the drive.
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 42m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 90.7 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 9m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hibbing, 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 181.3 miles and 3h 51m.
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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 90.7 mi from Co on Rapids, MN · 1h 55m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
91 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 90.7 miles from Co on Rapids, MN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Hibbing, MN
The final approach into Hibbing, 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 Hibbing, MN.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$25.93 one way
$51.86 round trip
$3.63/gal
25.4 MPG avg
63 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $3.92 | $27.99 | $55.97 |
| premium | $4.39 | $31.35 | $62.70 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $40.28 | $80.56 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$26
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 63.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 54.4 | 0 | $19.04 | $8.70 |
| Efficient EV | 45.3 | 0 | $15.86 | $7.25 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 72.5 | 0 | $25.38 | $11.60 |
Gas CO2
63 kg
EV CO2
21 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
Hibbing, MN
Afternoon in Hibbing on Monday
Local time
1:20 PM
CDT
Current temp
57°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
17 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
3h 51m 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 Hibbing, MN covers 181.3 miles and takes about 3h 51m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East River Road, Foley Boulevard, 101st Avenue Northwest. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 90.7 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 $25.93 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.
The drive from Co on Rapids, MN to Hibbing, MN is easy. At 3h 51m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Co on Rapids, MN to Hibbing, MN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Co on Rapids, MN to Hibbing, MN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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