Apple Valley, Minnesota to Badlands: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Apple Valley, Minnesota from Badlands?

The distance from Apple Valley, Minnesota to Badlands is 454.9 miles (732.1 km) as the crow flies. Badlands is located W of Apple Valley, Minnesota. By car, the driving distance is approximately 545.9 miles, taking about 10h 59min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 25min. Both are located in United States — Apple Valley, Minnesota in Minnesota and Badlands in South Dakota.

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 Apple Valley, Minnesota and Badlands. 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.