Origin
Co on Rapids, MN
Afternoon in Co on Rapids on Wednesday
Local time
12:57 PM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Co on Rapids, MN to Big Lake, MN
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
42m
Distance
31.2 mi
50 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 39m
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6 AM
0h 42m
8 AM
0h 50m
10 AM
0h 45m
12 PM
0h 44m
3 PM
0h 45m
5 PM
0h 49m
8 PM
0h 40m
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
Big Lake, MN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Co on Rapids, MN to Big Lake, MN covers 31.2 miles and takes about 42m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 10, East River Road, Foley Boulevard for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 27.9 miles on US 10. At current regular gas prices, budget about $4.64 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
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
15.6 miles from Co on Rapids, MN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 20m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 42m highway drive covering 31.2 miles, with most of the trip on US 10 and East River Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 27.9 miles on US 10.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 9 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 27.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 10 and East River Road. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near CR 1 / East River Road.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 42m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
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 2.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 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 right lane.
6
2.9 mi into trip
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~5m in
Take the ramp toward US 10 West, MN 47 North
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward US 10 West, MN 47 North
7
3 mi into trip
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~6m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 10 West, MN 47 North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 10 West, MN 47 North
5
3.3 mi into trip
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~6m in
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US 10; MN 47
Merge onto US 10; MN 47
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
31.1 mi into trip
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~42m in
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US 10; MN 25 / Jefferson Boulevard
Turn uturn onto US 10; MN 25 / Jefferson Boulevard
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 10 | 27.9 mi | 35m |
| East River Road | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Foley Boulevard | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Mississippi Boulevard Northwest | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Jefferson Boulevard | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 10
— 27.9 mi, about 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Co on Rapids, MN and Big Lake, MN.
1
Start on Mississippi Boulevard Northwest
0.1 mi
·
30 sec
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Mississippi Boulevard Northwest
2
Turn left onto CR 1
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
East River Road
Use the right lane.
3
Turn right onto Foley Boulevard
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Foley Boulevard
4
Take the ramp
334 ft
·
15 sec
Toward US 10 West, MN 47 North
Use the left lane.
5
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Toward US 10 West, MN 47 North
6
Merge onto US 10; MN 47
13 mi
·
15 min
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US 10; MN 47
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Continue on US 10; US 169
14 mi
·
20 min
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US 10; US 169
8
Turn uturn onto US 10; MN 25
125 ft
·
3 sec
·
Jefferson Boulevard
9
Arrive at destination
US 10; MN 25
Trip Plan
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 15.6 miles from Co on Rapids, MN, or about 20m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 27.9 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 31.2 miles or 42m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 15.6 miles or 20m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 35m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Big Lake, 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 31.2 miles and 42m.
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 US 10 for about 27.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 15.6 mi from Co on Rapids, MN · 20m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 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 31.2 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 15.6 miles from Co on Rapids, MN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Big Lake, MN
The final approach into Big Lake, 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 Big Lake, 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
$4.64 one way
$9.29 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $5.00 | $10.01 |
| premium | $4.53 | $5.57 | $11.13 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.89 | $13.78 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.4 | 0 | $3.28 | $1.50 |
| Efficient EV | 7.8 | 0 | $2.73 | $1.25 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.5 | 0 | $4.37 | $2.00 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
Big Lake, MN
Afternoon in Big Lake on Wednesday
Local time
12:57 PM
CDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
45°F
Albertville, MN
16 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
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
42m 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 Big Lake, MN covers 31.2 miles and takes about 42m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 10, East River Road, Foley Boulevard. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 15.6 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 $4.64 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 is a straightforward 42m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (CR 1 / East River Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Co on Rapids, MN to Big Lake, MN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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