Apple Valley, Minnesota to Columbus, Nebraska: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Apple Valley, Minnesota from Columbus, Nebraska?

The distance from Apple Valley, Minnesota to Columbus, Nebraska is 309.6 miles (498.3 km) as the crow flies. Columbus, Nebraska is located SW of Apple Valley, Minnesota. By car, the driving distance is approximately 387.1 miles, taking about 7h 47min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 7min. Both are located in United States — Apple Valley, Minnesota in Minnesota and Columbus, Nebraska in Nebraska.

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 Columbus, Nebraska. 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.