Drive Time
40m
Distance
36 mi
Route Type
Turn-heavy local drive
Quick day tripSame Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
The drive from Shakopee, MN to Co on Rapids, MN covers 36 miles and takes about 40m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Holmes Street South, 2nd Avenue East, Fuller Street South for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.06 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
18 miles from Shakopee, MN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 20m into the drive .
Expect a 40m drive with frequent turns across 36 miles of local and secondary roads.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Holmes Street South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| 2nd Avenue East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Fuller Street South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| 1st Avenue East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Flying Cloud Dr | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Flying Cloud Drive | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 212 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Crosstown Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Shakopee, MN and Co on Rapids, MN.
Start on the route
Turn right onto Holmes Street South
Turn right onto 2nd Avenue East
Turn right onto Fuller Street South
Turn right onto 1st Avenue East
Turn left
Continue straight
Turn slight right onto Flying Cloud Dr
Turn straight onto Flying Cloud Drive
Continue on US 212 East
Merge slight right
Continue on Crosstown Highway
Take the exit slight right toward MN 100 North
Merge slight left
Keep slight left to continue on I 694 East
Merge slight left
Take the exit slight right toward East River Road
Keep slight right
Continue on East River Road
Turn left onto Mississippi Boulevard Northwest
Arrive at your destination
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.
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 36 miles or 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 18 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 34m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Co on Rapids, MN than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Shakopee, MN so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Shakopee, MN
This is one driving day of about 36 miles and 40m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 18 mi from Shakopee, MN · 20m into the drive
Late stop town
Meal stop
18 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.
A short stop after about 36 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 18 miles from Shakopee, MN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into 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 Co on Rapids, MN.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$5.06 one way
$10.12 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $3.92 | $5.56 | $11.11 |
| premium | $4.39 | $6.22 | $12.45 |
| diesel | $4.86 | $6.89 | $13.79 |
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals (1 day)
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.6 kg one way.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Late night in Shakopee on Saturday
Local time
3:37 AM
CDT
Current temp
40°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Late night in Co on Rapids on Saturday
Local time
3:37 AM
CDT
Current temp
40°F
Forecast unavailable right now
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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