Appleton to Owatonna: Road Trip Guide & Distance

238.7 miles 384.1 km · straight line
298.3 miles estimated 480.1 km · driving distance
6h 0min estimated drive time
$29 - $35 estimated fuel cost
~59min flight time
269° W bearing direction

How far is Appleton from Owatonna?

The distance from Appleton to Owatonna is 238.7 miles (384.1 km) as the crow flies. Owatonna is located W of Appleton. By car, the driving distance is approximately 298.3 miles, taking about 6h 0min. A direct flight would take roughly 59min. Both are located in United States — Appleton in Wisconsin and Owatonna 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 Owatonna. 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 Owatonna

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 0min $29 - $35 Flexible stops
Fly ~59min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 12min $24–$45* Budget
Train ~5h 42min $36–$104* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Appleton & Owatonna

Quick Facts

Appleton
44.26°N, 88.42°W
America/Chicago
242m elevation
Owatonna
44.08°N, 93.23°W
America/Chicago
351m 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 104.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients