Apple Valley, Minnesota to Eau Claire: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Apple Valley, Minnesota from Eau Claire?

The distance from Apple Valley, Minnesota to Eau Claire is 84.5 miles (136 km) as the crow flies. Eau Claire is located E of Apple Valley, Minnesota. By car, the driving distance is approximately 105.6 miles, taking about 2h 8min. A direct flight would take roughly 40min. Both are located in United States — Apple Valley, Minnesota in Minnesota and Eau Claire in Wisconsin.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Apple Valley, Minnesota and Eau Claire. 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.