Appleton to Faribault: Road Trip Guide & Distance

240 miles 386.3 km · straight line
300.1 miles estimated 482.9 km · driving distance
6h 2min estimated drive time
$29 - $36 estimated fuel cost
~59min flight time
272° W bearing direction

How far is Appleton from Faribault?

The distance from Appleton to Faribault is 240 miles (386.3 km) as the crow flies. Faribault is located W of Appleton. By car, the driving distance is approximately 300.1 miles, taking about 6h 2min. A direct flight would take roughly 59min. Both are located in United States — Appleton in Wisconsin and Faribault in Minnesota.

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. 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 Appleton and Faribault. 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 Appleton to Faribault

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 2min $29 - $36 Flexible stops
Fly ~59min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 14min $24–$45* Budget
Train ~5h 44min $36–$105* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Appleton & Faribault

Quick Facts

Appleton
44.26°N, 88.42°W
America/Chicago
242m elevation
Faribault
44.30°N, 93.27°W
America/Chicago
303m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 80 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 20 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 103.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients