Aberdeen, South Dakota to Willmar: Road Trip Guide & Distance

169 miles 272 km · straight line
211.3 miles estimated 340 km · driving distance
4h 15min estimated drive time
$20 - $25 estimated fuel cost
~50min flight time
97° E bearing direction

How far is Aberdeen, South Dakota from Willmar?

The distance from Aberdeen, South Dakota to Willmar is 169 miles (272 km) as the crow flies. Willmar is located E of Aberdeen, South Dakota. By car, the driving distance is approximately 211.3 miles, taking about 4h 15min. A direct flight would take roughly 50min. Both are located in United States — Aberdeen, South Dakota in South Dakota and Willmar 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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Aberdeen, South Dakota and Willmar. 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 Willmar

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 15min $20 - $25 Flexible stops
Fly ~50min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 6min $17–$32* Budget
Train ~4h 2min $25–$74* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Aberdeen, South Dakota & Willmar

Quick Facts

Aberdeen, South Dakota
45.46°N, 98.49°W
America/Chicago
397m elevation
Willmar
45.12°N, 95.04°W
America/Chicago
348m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 56 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 14 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 147.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients