Albert Lea to Austin, Minnesota: Road Trip Guide & Distance

19.7 miles 31.7 km · straight line
25.6 miles estimated 41.2 km · driving distance
31min estimated drive time
$2 - $3 estimated fuel cost
~32min flight time · usually no direct flights
86° E bearing direction

How far is Albert Lea from Austin, Minnesota?

The distance from Albert Lea to Austin, Minnesota is 19.7 miles (31.7 km) as the crow flies. Austin, Minnesota is located E of Albert Lea. By car, the driving distance is approximately 25.6 miles, taking about 31min. A direct flight would take roughly 32min. Both are located in United States.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. 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 Albert Lea and Austin, 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 Albert Lea to Austin, Minnesota

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 31min $2 - $3 Flexible stops

Quick Facts

Albert Lea
43.65°N, 93.37°W
America/Chicago
379m elevation
Austin, Minnesota
43.67°N, 92.97°W
America/Chicago
367m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 7 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 2 hours
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients