Origin
Wayzata, MN
Evening in Wayzata on Thursday
Local time
5:25 PM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Wayzata, MN to Co on Rapids, MN
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
32m
Distance
21 mi
34 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 30m
★
6 AM
0h 33m
8 AM
0h 38m
10 AM
0h 35m
12 PM
0h 34m
3 PM
0h 35m
5 PM
0h 38m
8 PM
0h 31m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Wayzata, MN
Tom Fisk
Co on Rapids, MN
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
The drive from Wayzata, MN to Co on Rapids, MN covers 21 miles and takes about 32m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Wayzata Boulevard, US 169 North, MN 55 East for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $3.13 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 32m. Total distance: 21 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
32m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 32m drive with frequent turns across 21 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Wayzata Boulevard is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Wayzata, MN to Co on Rapids, MN is easy. At 32m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Wayzata, MN to Co on Rapids, MN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Wayzata Boulevard | — | — |
| US 169 North | — | — |
| MN 55 East | — | — |
| Olson Memorial Highway | — | — |
| I 694 East | — | — |
| East River Road | — | — |
| Mississippi Boulevard Northwest | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Wayzata Boulevard
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wayzata, MN and Co on Rapids, MN.
1
Start on Chicago Avenue North
0.1 mi
·
33 sec
·
Chicago Avenue North
2
Turn left onto Wayzata Boulevard
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Wayzata Boulevard
3
Merge slight left
1.6 mi
·
1 min
4
Merge slight right
2.2 mi
·
2 min
5
Take the exit slight right toward US 169 North, US 169 South: General Mills Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
US 169 North, US 169 South: General Mills Boulevard
6
Keep slight left to continue on US 169 North: General Mills Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
US 169 North: General Mills Boulevard
7
Keep slight right to continue on US 169 North
0.2 mi
·
43 sec
·
US 169 North
8
Merge slight left
0.5 mi
·
37 sec
9
Take the exit slight right toward MN 55 East
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
·
MN 55 East
10
Merge slight left onto Olson Memorial Highway
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Olson Memorial Highway
11
Take the exit slight left
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
12
Merge slight left
6.1 mi
·
7 min
13
Keep slight left to continue on I 694 East
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
I 694 East
14
Merge slight left
0.6 mi
·
42 sec
15
Take the exit slight right toward East River Road
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
East River Road
16
Keep slight right
410 ft
·
10 sec
17
Continue on East River Road
3.9 mi
·
7 min
·
East River Road
18
Turn left onto Mississippi Boulevard Northwest
0.1 mi
·
33 sec
·
Mississippi Boulevard Northwest
19
Arrive at your destination
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.13 one way
$6.25 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $3.37 | $6.73 |
| premium | $4.53 | $3.75 | $7.49 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.64 | $9.27 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.3 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 | 6.3 | 0 | $2.20 | $1.01 |
| Efficient EV | 5.3 | 0 | $1.84 | $0.84 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.4 | 0 | $2.94 | $1.34 |
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
Co on Rapids, MN
Evening in Co on Rapids on Thursday
Local time
5:25 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
4 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
32m 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 Wayzata, MN to Co on Rapids, MN covers 21 miles and takes about 32m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Wayzata Boulevard, US 169 North, MN 55 East. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 10.5 miles from Wayzata, MN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.13 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.
The drive from Wayzata, MN to Co on Rapids, MN is easy. At 32m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Wayzata, MN to Co on Rapids, MN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Wayzata, MN to Co on Rapids, MN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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