Albert Lea to Emporia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Albert Lea from Emporia?

The distance from Albert Lea to Emporia is 390.8 miles (629 km) as the crow flies. Emporia is located SSW of Albert Lea. By car, the driving distance is approximately 469 miles, taking about 9h 26min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 17min. Both are located in United States — Albert Lea in Minnesota and Emporia in Kansas.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Albert Lea and Emporia. 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.