Origin
Co on Rapids, MN
Morning in Co on Rapids on Monday
Local time
10:57 AM
CDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Co on Rapids, MN to Thief River Falls, MN
Drive Time
5h 34m
Distance
287.5 mi
463 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$41
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 21m
★
6 AM
5h 34m
8 AM
6h 1m
10 AM
5h 44m
12 PM
5h 41m
3 PM
5h 45m
5 PM
6h 0m
8 PM
5h 26m
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
Thief River Falls, MN
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
The drive from Co on Rapids, MN to Thief River Falls, MN covers 287.5 miles and takes about 5h 34m 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, MN 610 West, MN-610 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $41.12 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
143.8 miles from Co on Rapids, MN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 47m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 5h 34m drive with frequent turns across 287.5 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 24 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. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 5h 34m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Co on Rapids, MN to Thief River Falls, MN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East River Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| MN 610 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| MN-610 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I-94 W | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Pine Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Highway 25 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| County Road 11 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Park Boulevard Southeast | 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 Thief River Falls, 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 left onto MN 610 West
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
·
MN 610 West
4
Merge slight left onto MN-610
11 mi
·
12 min
·
MN-610
5
Merge slight left onto I-94 W
13 mi
·
13 min
·
I-94 W
6
Keep slight left
6.0 mi
·
6 min
7
Take the exit slight right
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
8
Turn right onto Pine Street
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Pine Street
9
Continue on State Highway 25
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
State Highway 25
10
Turn left onto County Road 11
0.7 mi
·
54 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
54 mi
·
1 hr 3 min
14
Keep slight left
38 mi
·
42 min
15
Turn straight
8.5 mi
·
9 min
16
Continue straight
11 mi
·
12 min
17
Turn slight right
66 ft
·
2 sec
18
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
98 ft
·
2 sec
·
the route
19
Exit the roundabout
95 ft
·
1 sec
20
Turn straight
45 mi
·
51 min
21
Turn right
85 mi
·
1 hr 36 min
22
Turn left
482 ft
·
6 sec
23
Merge slight left
9.4 mi
·
11 min
24
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 143.8 miles from Co on Rapids, MN, or about 2h 47m 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 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 143.8 miles or 2h 47m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 34m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Thief River Falls, 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 287.5 miles and 5h 34m.
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 143.8 mi from Co on Rapids, MN · 2h 47m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
144 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
Arriving in Thief River Falls, MN
The final approach into Thief River Falls, 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 Thief River Falls, 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
$41.12 one way
$82.24 round trip
$3.63/gal
25.4 MPG avg
101 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $3.92 | $44.38 | $88.76 |
| premium | $4.39 | $49.71 | $99.43 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $63.87 | $127.75 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$41
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$66–$91
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 100.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $30 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 86.3 | 1 | $30.19 | $13.80 |
| Efficient EV | 71.9 | 0 | $25.16 | $11.50 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 115 | 1 | $40.25 | $18.40 |
Gas CO2
101 kg
EV CO2
34 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Thief River Falls, MN
Morning in Thief River Falls on Monday
Local time
10:57 AM
CDT
Current temp
37°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
37°F
Avon, MN
144 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
3 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
5h 34m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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 Thief River Falls, MN covers 287.5 miles and takes about 5h 34m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East River Road, MN 610 West, MN-610. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 143.8 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 $41.12 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a straightforward 5h 34m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Co on Rapids, MN to Thief River Falls, MN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Co on Rapids, MN to Thief River Falls, MN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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