Apple Valley, Minnesota to Rock Island: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Apple Valley, Minnesota from Rock Island?

The distance from Apple Valley, Minnesota to Rock Island is 259.4 miles (417.4 km) as the crow flies. Rock Island is located SSE of Apple Valley, Minnesota. By car, the driving distance is approximately 324.2 miles, taking about 6h 31min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. Both are located in United States — Apple Valley, Minnesota in Minnesota and Rock Island in Illinois.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Apple Valley, Minnesota and Rock Island. 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.