Coon Rapids

Minnesota

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Destinations

Coon Rapids is located in Minnesota, approximately 10 miles from Minneapolis. The most popular drive from Coon Rapids is to Minneapolis. Browse route details including drive time, distance, and gas costs below.

Driving Times from Coon Rapids

1 destinations

Short Drives — 1

Minneapolis
46 miles
1h 38min

Nearby Cities

Columbia Heights (5 mi)Robbinsdale (7 mi)Crystal (7 mi)Anoka (7 mi)New Hope (7 mi)Maple Grove (9 mi)

Routes to Coon Rapids

Minneapolis → Coon Rapids

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Coon Rapids from Minneapolis?
Coon Rapids is approximately 46 miles from Minneapolis, taking around 1h 38min.
What cities are within 3 hours of Coon Rapids?
There are 2 cities within 3 hours, including Minneapolis, Coon Rapids.
How many routes from Coon Rapids?
Coon Rapids has 1 routes in our database.

How Far Is Coon Rapids from Major Cities?

Approximate road distances and non-stop drive times from Coon Rapids to nearby major cities. The closest major hub is Minneapolis, roughly 10 miles away by road.

Minneapolis~10 mi · 15 min
Omaha~360 mi · 6h 15m
Milwaukee~365 mi · 6h 15m
Chicago~435 mi · 7h 30m
Kansas City~505 mi · 8h 45m

Estimates assume typical highway speeds without extended stops; actual times vary with traffic and weather.

Nearest Major Airports to Coon Rapids

If part of the trip is by air, these are the closest major airports to Coon Rapids by road:

Minneapolis-St Paul (MSP)~20 mi · 15 min
Sioux Falls (FSD)~240 mi · 4h 15m

Airport drive times are door-to-terminal estimates — add time for parking and security.

Driving from Coon Rapids: What to Know

Coon Rapids, Minnesota makes a practical base for exploring the Upper Midwest by car. Before a longer trip, give the vehicle a quick once-over — tire pressure, washer fluid, and wipers — and download offline maps, as coverage can thin out between towns on rural stretches. The main corridor for trips listed on this page is I-35, so check for construction or closures on that route before setting out.

All drive times on this page assume normal conditions. Gas cost estimates use a 30 MPG vehicle at current average fuel prices — a hybrid or EV can cut that cost roughly in half, and you can compare electric options on our EV trip pages.

Road Trips from Coon Rapids

Looking to hit the road from Coon Rapids? Browse 3 driving routes with detailed travel data including estimated drive times, mileage, and gas costs. From short trips under an hour to epic multi-day drives, Coon Rapids connects to destinations across the country. Click any route card for a full breakdown of the journey, including suggested stops, traffic estimates, toll information, and the recommended time of day to depart for the smoothest drive.