Albert Lea to Janesville: Road Trip Guide & Distance

229.1 miles 368.7 km · straight line
286.4 miles estimated 460.9 km · driving distance
5h 46min estimated drive time
$28 - $34 estimated fuel cost
~58min flight time
105° ESE bearing direction

How far is Albert Lea from Janesville?

The distance from Albert Lea to Janesville is 229.1 miles (368.7 km) as the crow flies. Janesville is located ESE of Albert Lea. By car, the driving distance is approximately 286.4 miles, taking about 5h 46min. A direct flight would take roughly 58min. Both are located in United States — Albert Lea in Minnesota and Janesville in Wisconsin.

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 Albert Lea and Janesville. 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 Janesville

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 46min $28 - $34 Flexible stops
Fly ~58min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 55min $23–$43* Budget
Train ~5h 29min $34–$100* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Albert Lea & Janesville

Quick Facts

Albert Lea
43.65°N, 93.37°W
America/Chicago
379m elevation
Janesville
42.68°N, 89.02°W
America/Chicago
255m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 76 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 108.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients