Aberdeen, South Dakota to Forest Lake: Road Trip Guide & Distance

267.3 miles 430.1 km · straight line
334 miles estimated 537.6 km · driving distance
6h 43min estimated drive time
$32 - $40 estimated fuel cost
~1h 2min flight time
91° E bearing direction

How far is Aberdeen, South Dakota from Forest Lake?

The distance from Aberdeen, South Dakota to Forest Lake is 267.3 miles (430.1 km) as the crow flies. Forest Lake is located E of Aberdeen, South Dakota. By car, the driving distance is approximately 334 miles, taking about 6h 43min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 2min. Both are located in United States — Aberdeen, South Dakota in South Dakota and Forest Lake 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 Forest Lake. 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 Forest Lake

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 43min $32 - $40 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 2min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 4min $27–$50* Budget
Train ~6h 23min $40–$117* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Aberdeen, South Dakota & Forest Lake

Quick Facts

Aberdeen, South Dakota
45.46°N, 98.49°W
America/Chicago
397m elevation
Forest Lake
45.28°N, 92.99°W
America/Chicago
278m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 89 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 93.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients