Apple Valley, Minnesota to North Platte: Road Trip Guide & Distance

455.7 miles 733.4 km · straight line
546.9 miles estimated 880.1 km · driving distance
11h 0min estimated drive time
$53 - $65 estimated fuel cost
~1h 25min flight time
239° WSW bearing direction

How far is Apple Valley, Minnesota from North Platte?

The distance from Apple Valley, Minnesota to North Platte is 455.7 miles (733.4 km) as the crow flies. North Platte is located WSW of Apple Valley, Minnesota. By car, the driving distance is approximately 546.9 miles, taking about 11h 0min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 25min. Both are located in United States — Apple Valley, Minnesota in Minnesota and North Platte 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 North Platte. 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 Apple Valley, Minnesota to North Platte

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 11h 0min $53 - $65 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 25min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~13h 12min $44–$82* Budget
Train ~10h 27min $66–$191* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Apple Valley, Minnesota & North Platte

Quick Facts

Apple Valley, Minnesota
44.73°N, 93.22°W
America/Chicago
291m elevation
North Platte
41.12°N, 100.77°W
America/Chicago
854m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 152 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 38 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 54.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients