Trip from Spring Lake, MN to Co on Rapids, MN

Q: What are the main roads on this route?

The main roads are I 35, I 35W, US 10. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

Q: Is this a good same-day trip?

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Q: Where should I stop halfway?

The midpoint is about 21.8 miles from Spring Lake, MN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

Q: How much does gas cost for this trip?

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.50 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

Q: What is the best time to leave?

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

53m

Distance

43.7 mi

70 km

Drive Score

6/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$7

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 13 min

4 AM

0h 49m ★

6 AM

0h 53m

8 AM

1h 2m

10 AM

0h 56m

12 PM

0h 55m

3 PM

0h 57m

5 PM

1h 1m

8 PM

0h 51m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Trip Overview

The drive from Spring Lake, MN to Co on Rapids, MN covers 43.7 miles and takes about 53m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 35, I 35W, US 10 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 20.2 miles on I 35. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.50 one way before food or hotel costs.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 53m. Total distance: 43.7 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

53m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (87%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Drive Character

This is a 53m highway drive covering 43.7 miles, with most of the trip on I 35 and I 35W. The longest continuous stretch is about 20.2 miles on I 35.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

I 35 is the longest continuous segment at about 20.2 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 35 and I 35W. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 4.3 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 12 decision points packed into just 43.7 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 53m.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 4.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 24.7 miles (I 35W): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 36.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 12 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

7

4.3 mi into trip | ~5m in

Take the ramp toward I 35 South: Saint Paul, Minneapolis

Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the right lane. Toward I 35 South: Saint Paul, Minneapolis

7

24.7 mi into trip | ~28m in | I 35W

Keep slight right at fork onto I 35W toward I 35W: Minneapolis

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes. Toward I 35W: Minneapolis

7

36.1 mi into trip | ~40m in

Take the exit toward US 10 West

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 30 Toward US 10 West

6

40 mi into trip | ~44m in | MN 610 / MN-610

Keep slight right at fork onto MN 610 / MN-610

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane.

6

40.2 mi into trip | ~45m in

Take the exit toward CR 51: University Avenue

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward CR 51: University Avenue

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 Spring Lake, MN to Co on Rapids, MN, road signs begin pointing toward Minneapolis along the way.

Minneapolis

4.3 mi in | ~5m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 35	20.2 mi	21m
I 35W	11.3 mi	12m
US 10	3.5 mi	3m
Highway 95 Northeast	2.7 mi	3m
University Avenue Northeast	1.5 mi	3m
Saint Croix Trail	1.5 mi	2m
85th Avenue Northwest	1.1 mi	2m
East River Road	0.3 mi	<1m

Longest stretch: I 35 — 20.2 mi, about 21m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Spring Lake, MN and Co on Rapids, MN.

1

Start on CH 21

230 ft · 7 sec · Cedar Crest Trail Northeast

2

Turn right onto MN 95

2.7 mi · 3 min · Highway 95 Northeast

3

Continue on MN 95

1.5 mi · 2 min · Saint Croix Trail

Use the straight lane.

4

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 28 sec

Toward I 35 South: Saint Paul, Minneapolis Use the right lane.

5

Merge onto I 35

20 mi · 21 min · I 35

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

6

Keep slight right at fork onto I 35W

11 mi · 12 min · I 35W

Toward I 35W: Minneapolis Use the straight / right lanes.

7

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 59 sec

Exit 30 Toward US 10 West Use the slight right lane.

8

Merge onto US 10

3.5 mi · 3 min · US 10

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

9

Keep slight right at fork onto MN 610

0.3 mi · 16 sec · MN-610

Use the slight right lane.

10

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 50 sec

Toward CR 51: University Avenue Use the straight / slight right lanes.

11

Turn left onto CR 51

1.5 mi · 3 min · University Avenue Northeast

Use the left lane.

12

Turn right onto CR 132

0.5 mi · 1 min · 85th Avenue Northwest

Use the right lane.

13

Turn slight right onto CR 132

0.6 mi · 1 min · 85th Avenue Northwest

14

Turn left onto CR 1

0.3 mi · 44 sec · East River Road

Use the straight / left lanes.

15

Turn right onto Mississippi Boulevard Northwest

0.1 mi · 30 sec · Mississippi Boulevard Northwest

16

Arrive at destination

Mississippi Boulevard Northwest

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 21.8 mi from Spring Lake, MN · 24m into the drive

city in Anoka County, Minnesota, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Lino Lakes, MN

22 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.

Popular next leg

Lino Lakes, MN to Co on Rapids, MN

15.1 mi · 27m

Pacing Suggestions

Wyoming, MN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Forest Lake, MN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 21.8 miles from Spring Lake, MN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Co on Rapids, MN

Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Co on Rapids, MN if you are unfamiliar with the area.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$6.50 one way

$13.01 round trip

$3.78/gal 25.4 MPG avg 15 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.07	$7.01	$14.01
premium	$4.53	$7.80	$15.59
diesel	$5.61	$9.65	$19.30

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$7

Estimated CO2 emission: 15.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	13.1	$4.59	$2.10
Efficient EV	10.9	$3.82	$1.75
EV Truck/SUV	17.5	$6.12	$2.80

Gas CO2

15 kg

EV CO2

5 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Spring Lake, MN

Evening in Spring Lake on Thursday

Local time

5:33 PM

CDT

Current temp

41°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Co on Rapids, MN

Evening in Co on Rapids on Thursday

Local time

5:33 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

26 degrees warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

53m 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 Spring Lake, MN to Co on Rapids, MN covers 43.7 miles and takes about 53m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.