Origin
Savage, MN
Night in Savage on Thursday
Local time
10:35 PM
CDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Savage, MN to Co on Rapids, MN
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
42m
Distance
29.7 mi
48 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 39m
★
6 AM
0h 42m
8 AM
0h 49m
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.
Savage, MN
Tom Fisk
Co on Rapids, MN
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
This straightforward 29.7-mile drive from Savage, MN, to Coon Rapids, MN, is easily manageable in about 42 minutes, making it an ideal day trip. With an estimated fuel cost of just $4, it's an economical option for a quick journey. The route primarily utilizes major interstates, offering a direct and efficient path. You'll be spending a significant portion of your travel time on the highway, so expect a focused driving experience. Given its short distance and duration, this trip offers a lot of flexibility for when you decide to depart and how you structure your travel time.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 42m. Total distance: 29.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
42m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (82%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
The character of this drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 82% of the journey utilizing interstate roads. You'll encounter stretches on I-35W and I-94, including one segment that lasts for 13.8 miles on I-35W, allowing for sustained highway speeds. East River Road also plays a role, likely offering a change of pace from the interstates. Expect a consistent driving experience characterized by efficient travel rather than winding scenic byways.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 35W is the longest continuous segment at about 13.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 35W and I 94. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.5 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
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 12 decision points packed into just 29.7 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 42m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 16.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 24.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
2.5 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the exit toward I 35W North: Minneapolis
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward I 35W North: Minneapolis
6
16.7 mi into trip
|
~22m in
Take the exit toward I 94 West
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 94 West
6
24.8 mi into trip
|
~32m in
Take the exit toward MN 252, I 694 East
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 225
Toward MN 252, I 694 East
6
25.4 mi into trip
|
~33m in
Take the exit toward East River Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 36
Toward East River Road
7
25.6 mi into trip
|
~34m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 35W | 13.8 mi | 17m |
| I 94 | 7.7 mi | 9m |
| East River Road | 3.9 mi | 7m |
| MN 13 | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| MN 65 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Mississippi Boulevard Northwest | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| I 694 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 35W
— 13.8 mi, about 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Savage, MN and Co on Rapids, MN.
1
Start on MN 13
15 ft
·
5 sec
·
MN 13
2
Continue on MN 13
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
MN 13
Use the left lane.
3
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward I 35W North: Minneapolis
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Merge onto I 35W
14 mi
·
17 min
·
I 35W
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Keep slight left at fork onto MN 65
0.3 mi
·
17 sec
·
MN 65
Toward I 94 West
6
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
Toward I 94 West
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Merge onto I 94; MN 55
7.7 mi
·
9 min
·
I 94; MN 55
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
319 ft
·
7 sec
Exit 225
Toward MN 252, I 694 East
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
Toward I 694 East
10
Merge onto I 694
436 ft
·
5 sec
·
I 694
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Exit 36
Toward East River Road
12
Keep slight right at fork
410 ft
·
9 sec
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
13
Continue on CR 1
3.9 mi
·
7 min
·
East River Road
14
Turn left onto Mississippi Boulevard Northwest
0.1 mi
·
32 sec
·
Mississippi Boulevard Northwest
15
Arrive at destination
Mississippi Boulevard Northwest
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.42 one way
$8.84 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $4.76 | $9.53 |
| premium | $4.53 | $5.30 | $10.60 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.56 | $13.11 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.9 | 0 | $3.12 | $1.43 |
| Efficient EV | 7.4 | 0 | $2.60 | $1.19 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.9 | 0 | $4.16 | $1.90 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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
Night in Co on Rapids on Thursday
Local time
10:35 PM
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
2 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 Savage, MN to Co on Rapids, MN covers 29.7 miles and takes about 42m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 35W, I 94, East River Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 14.9 miles from Savage, MN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.42 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 12 decision points packed into just 29.7 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 42m.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 16.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 24.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Savage, MN to Co on Rapids, MN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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