Appleton to Minneapolis: Road Trip Guide & Distance

243.5 miles 391.9 km · straight line
304.4 miles estimated 489.9 km · driving distance
6h 7min estimated drive time
$29 - $36 estimated fuel cost
~59min flight time
283° WNW bearing direction

How far is Appleton from Minneapolis?

The distance from Appleton to Minneapolis is 243.5 miles (391.9 km) as the crow flies. Minneapolis is located WNW of Appleton. By car, the driving distance is approximately 304.4 miles, taking about 6h 7min. A direct flight would take roughly 59min. Both are located in United States — Appleton in Wisconsin and Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis. 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 Minneapolis

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 7min $29 - $36 Flexible stops
Fly ~59min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 20min $24–$46* Budget
Train ~5h 49min $37–$107* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Appleton & Minneapolis

Quick Facts

Appleton
44.26°N, 88.42°W
America/Chicago
242m elevation
Minneapolis
44.98°N, 93.27°W
America/Chicago
264m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 81 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 20 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 102.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients