Origin
Saint Louis Park, MN
Late night in Saint Louis Park on Saturday
Local time
12:06 AM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Saint Louis Park, MN to Co on Rapids, MN
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
23m
Distance
15.9 mi
26 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 22m
★
6 AM
0h 24m
8 AM
0h 28m
10 AM
0h 25m
12 PM
0h 25m
3 PM
0h 25m
5 PM
0h 28m
8 PM
0h 23m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Saint Louis Park, MN
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Co on Rapids, MN
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
Saint Louis Park, MN to Coon Rapids, MN is 15.9 miles and takes about 23 minutes via MN 100 and I-694, with a fuel budget near $2 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within the Midwest region, specifically within Minnesota, making it a convenient local excursion. The drive is primarily highway-focused, offering a straightforward and efficient way to get from point A to point B. Given its brief duration, it's an ideal option for a quick errand, a short commute, or an easy add-on to another activity in the area. You won't need to worry about overnight stays or extensive planning for this particular journey.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 23m. Total distance: 15.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
23m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (66%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This drive is largely highway-focused, with 66% of the journey taking place on faster-paced roads. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on MN 100, encountering a stretch of 9.7 miles without needing to navigate major intersections. The route incorporates MN 100, East River Road, and I-694, suggesting a mix of suburban highway and interstate driving. Expect a relatively smooth and direct experience, with fewer opportunities for spontaneous stops compared to a scenic byway. The character is predominantly about efficient travel rather than leisurely exploration.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
MN 100 is the longest continuous segment at about 9.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on MN 100 and East River Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in.
Driving Effort
9/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 10 decision points packed into just 15.9 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 23m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 0.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 0.8 miles (MN 100): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.3 mi into trip
|
~0m in
Take the exit toward CR 25 East
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward CR 25 East
7
0.6 mi into trip
|
~1m in
Take the exit toward MN 100 North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward MN 100 North
6
0.8 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
MN 100
Merge onto MN 100 toward CR 5
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward CR 5
5
10.2 mi into trip
|
~13m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 694 East
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 694 East
7
11.8 mi into trip
|
~15m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Saint Louis Park, MN to Co on Rapids, MN, road signs begin pointing toward Cr 5 along the way.
Cr 5
0.8 mi in
|
~1m
|
via MN 100
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MN 100 | 9.7 mi | 12m |
| East River Road | 3.9 mi | 7m |
| I 694 | 0.7 mi | <1m |
| Mississippi Boulevard Northwest | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Minnesota State Highway 7 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
MN 100
— 9.7 mi, about 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saint Louis Park, MN and Co on Rapids, MN.
1
Start on MN 100
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
·
MN 100
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
2
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Toward CR 25 East
Use the right lane.
3
Merge onto MN 7
472 ft
·
9 sec
·
Minnesota State Highway 7
4
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Toward MN 100 North
Use the right lane.
5
Merge onto MN 100
9.4 mi
·
11 min
·
MN 100
Toward CR 5
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 694 East
7
Merge onto I 694
0.7 mi
·
41 sec
·
I 694
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Exit 36
Toward East River Road
9
Keep slight right at fork
410 ft
·
9 sec
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on CR 1
3.9 mi
·
7 min
·
East River Road
11
Turn left onto Mississippi Boulevard Northwest
0.1 mi
·
32 sec
·
Mississippi Boulevard Northwest
12
Arrive at destination
Mississippi Boulevard Northwest
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.37 one way
$4.73 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $2.55 | $5.10 |
| premium | $4.53 | $2.84 | $5.67 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.51 | $7.02 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.8 | 0 | $1.67 | $0.76 |
| Efficient EV | 4 | 0 | $1.39 | $0.64 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.4 | 0 | $2.23 | $1.02 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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
Co on Rapids, MN
Late night in Co on Rapids on Saturday
Local time
12:06 AM
CDT
Current temp
67°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
23m 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 Saint Louis Park, MN to Co on Rapids, MN covers 15.9 miles and takes about 23m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are MN 100, East River Road, I 694. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 8 miles from Saint Louis Park, MN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.37 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 short but busy drive. With 10 decision points packed into just 15.9 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 23m.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 0.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 0.8 miles (MN 100): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Saint Louis Park, MN to Co on Rapids, MN, road signs begin pointing toward Cr 5 along the way.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh 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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