Life How long to boil corn on the cob? Your guide to perfectly-cooked corn. August 12, 2022December 21, 2022Olivia Munson, USA TODAYComments Off on How long to boil corn on the cob? Your guide to perfectly-cooked corn. Corn on the cob with the husk on will take about 10 minutes to boil, while husked corn can take between two to five minutes to boil.