Aberdeen, South Dakota to Apple Valley, Minnesota: Road Trip Guide & Distance

261.8 miles 421.4 km · straight line
327.3 miles estimated 526.8 km · driving distance
6h 35min estimated drive time
$32 - $39 estimated fuel cost
~1h 2min flight time
99° E bearing direction

How far is Aberdeen, South Dakota from Apple Valley, Minnesota?

The distance from Aberdeen, South Dakota to Apple Valley, Minnesota is 261.8 miles (421.4 km) as the crow flies. Apple Valley, Minnesota is located E of Aberdeen, South Dakota. By car, the driving distance is approximately 327.3 miles, taking about 6h 35min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 2min. Both are located in United States — Aberdeen, South Dakota in South Dakota and Apple Valley, Minnesota in Minnesota.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Aberdeen, South Dakota and Apple Valley, Minnesota. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Aberdeen, South Dakota to Apple Valley, Minnesota

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 35min $32 - $39 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 2min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 54min $26–$49* Budget
Train ~6h 15min $39–$115* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Aberdeen, South Dakota & Apple Valley, Minnesota

Quick Facts

Aberdeen, South Dakota
45.46°N, 98.49°W
America/Chicago
397m elevation
Apple Valley, Minnesota
44.73°N, 93.22°W
America/Chicago
291m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 87 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 95.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients