Appleton to Northfield: Road Trip Guide & Distance

234.8 miles 377.9 km · straight line
293.5 miles estimated 472.4 km · driving distance
5h 54min estimated drive time
$28 - $35 estimated fuel cost
~58min flight time
275° W bearing direction

How far is Appleton from Northfield?

The distance from Appleton to Northfield is 234.8 miles (377.9 km) as the crow flies. Northfield is located W of Appleton. By car, the driving distance is approximately 293.5 miles, taking about 5h 54min. A direct flight would take roughly 58min. Both are located in United States — Appleton in Wisconsin and Northfield 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 Northfield. 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 Northfield

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 54min $28 - $35 Flexible stops
Fly ~58min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 5min $23–$44* Budget
Train ~5h 36min $35–$103* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Appleton & Northfield

Quick Facts

Appleton
44.26°N, 88.42°W
America/Chicago
242m elevation
Northfield
44.46°N, 93.16°W
America/Chicago
278m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 78 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 20 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 106 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients