Apostle Islands to Red Wing: Road Trip Guide & Distance

187.2 miles 301.2 km · straight line
233.9 miles estimated 376.5 km · driving distance
4h 42min estimated drive time
$23 - $28 estimated fuel cost
~53min flight time
209° SSW bearing direction

How far is Apostle Islands from Red Wing?

The distance from Apostle Islands to Red Wing is 187.2 miles (301.2 km) as the crow flies. Red Wing is located SSW of Apostle Islands. By car, the driving distance is approximately 233.9 miles, taking about 4h 42min. A direct flight would take roughly 53min. Both are located in United States — Apostle Islands in Wisconsin and Red Wing 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. 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. 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 Apostle Islands and Red Wing. 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 Apostle Islands to Red Wing

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 42min $23 - $28 Flexible stops
Fly ~53min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 38min $19–$35* Budget
Train ~4h 28min $28–$82* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Apostle Islands & Red Wing

Quick Facts

Apostle Islands
46.95°N, 90.70°W
America/Chicago
0m elevation
Red Wing
44.56°N, 92.53°W
America/Chicago
226m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 62 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 16 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 133.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients