Origin
Minnetonka Mills, MN
Evening in Minnetonka Mills on Tuesday
Local time
8:39 PM
CDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Minnetonka Mills, MN to West Co on Rapids, MN
Data updated 1 hour ago
Drive Time
29m
Distance
19.9 mi
32 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 27m
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6 AM
0h 30m
8 AM
0h 35m
10 AM
0h 31m
12 PM
0h 31m
3 PM
0h 32m
5 PM
0h 34m
8 PM
0h 28m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Minnetonka Mills, MN
Tom Fisk
West Co on Rapids, MN
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
The drive from Minnetonka Mills, MN to West Co on Rapids, MN covers 19.9 miles and takes about 29m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 169, Minnetonka Boulevard, 117th Avenue North for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 15.2 miles on US 169. At current regular gas prices, budget about $2.96 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
10 miles from Minnetonka Mills, MN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 14m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 29m highway drive covering 19.9 miles, with most of the trip on US 169 and Minnetonka Boulevard. The longest continuous stretch is about 15.2 miles on US 169.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 169 is the longest continuous segment at about 15.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 169 and Minnetonka Boulevard. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near CR 5 / Minnetonka Boulevard.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 19.9 miles you will encounter 8 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 5 / Minnetonka Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 2.4 miles (US 169): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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CR 5 / Minnetonka Boulevard
Turn right onto CR 5 / Minnetonka Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
2.2 mi into trip
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~4m in
Turn left toward US 169 North
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward US 169 North
5
2.4 mi into trip
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~4m in
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US 169
Merge onto US 169
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
17.7 mi into trip
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~24m in
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117th Avenue North
Enter roundabout onto 117th Avenue North
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
19.4 mi into trip
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~28m in
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CR 12 / West River Road
At end of road, turn right onto CR 12 / West River Road
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 169 | 15.2 mi | 19m |
| Minnetonka Boulevard | 2.1 mi | 4m |
| 117th Avenue North | 1.7 mi | 4m |
| West River Road | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Shady Oak Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 169
— 15.2 mi, about 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Minnetonka Mills, MN and West Co on Rapids, MN.
1
Start on CR 61
320 ft
·
12 sec
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Shady Oak Road
2
Turn right onto CR 5
2.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Minnetonka Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
3
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Toward US 169 North
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Merge onto US 169
15 mi
·
19 min
·
US 169
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Turn right onto 117th Avenue North
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
117th Avenue North
6
Enter roundabout onto 117th Avenue North
106 ft
·
3 sec
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117th Avenue North
7
Continue on 117th Avenue North
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
117th Avenue North
8
Enter roundabout onto 117th Avenue North
135 ft
·
2 sec
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117th Avenue North
9
Continue on 117th Avenue North
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
117th Avenue North
10
At end of road, turn right onto CR 12
0.6 mi
·
59 sec
·
West River Road
11
Arrive at destination
CR 12
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 10 miles from Minnetonka Mills, MN, or about 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 15.2 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 19.9 miles or 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 10 miles or 14m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 23m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near West Co on Rapids, MN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Minnetonka Mills, 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 Minnetonka Mills, MN
This is one driving day of about 19.9 miles and 29m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Minnetonka Mills, 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 169 for about 15.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 10 mi from Minnetonka Mills, MN · 14m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
10 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 19.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 10 miles from Minnetonka Mills, MN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in West Co on Rapids, MN
The final approach into West Co on Rapids, 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 West Co on Rapids, 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
$2.96 one way
$5.92 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $3.19 | $6.38 |
| premium | $4.53 | $3.55 | $7.10 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.39 | $8.79 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6 | 0 | $2.09 | $0.96 |
| Efficient EV | 5 | 0 | $1.74 | $0.80 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8 | 0 | $2.79 | $1.27 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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
West Co on Rapids, MN
Evening in West Co on Rapids on Tuesday
Local time
8:39 PM
CDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
39°F
Plymouth, MN
10 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
7 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
29m 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 Minnetonka Mills, MN to West Co on Rapids, MN covers 19.9 miles and takes about 29m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 169, Minnetonka Boulevard, 117th Avenue North. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 10 miles from Minnetonka Mills, MN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.96 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 19.9 miles you will encounter 8 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 5 / Minnetonka Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 2.4 miles (US 169): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Minnetonka Mills, MN to West Co on Rapids, MN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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