Algonquin to Minneapolis: Road Trip Guide & Distance

315.6 miles 507.9 km · straight line
378.7 miles estimated 609.5 km · driving distance
7h 37min estimated drive time
$36 - $45 estimated fuel cost
~1h 8min flight time
310° NW bearing direction

How far is Algonquin from Minneapolis?

The distance from Algonquin to Minneapolis is 315.6 miles (507.9 km) as the crow flies. Minneapolis is located NW of Algonquin. By car, the driving distance is approximately 378.7 miles, taking about 7h 37min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 8min. Both are located in United States — Algonquin in Illinois and Minneapolis in Minnesota.

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 Algonquin and Minneapolis. 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 Algonquin to Minneapolis

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 37min $36 - $45 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 8min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~9h 8min $30–$57* Budget
Train ~7h 14min $45–$133* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Algonquin & Minneapolis

Quick Facts

Algonquin
42.17°N, 88.29°W
America/Chicago
226m elevation
Minneapolis
44.98°N, 93.27°W
America/Chicago
264m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 105 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 26 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 78.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients