Appleton to Red Wing: Road Trip Guide & Distance

204.3 miles 328.8 km · straight line
255.4 miles estimated 411 km · driving distance
5h 8min estimated drive time
$25 - $30 estimated fuel cost
~55min flight time
277° W bearing direction

How far is Appleton from Red Wing?

The distance from Appleton to Red Wing is 204.3 miles (328.8 km) as the crow flies. Red Wing is located W of Appleton. By car, the driving distance is approximately 255.4 miles, taking about 5h 8min. A direct flight would take roughly 55min. Both are located in United States — Appleton in Wisconsin and Red Wing 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 Red Wing. 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 Red Wing

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 8min $25 - $30 Flexible stops
Fly ~55min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 10min $20–$38* Budget
Train ~4h 53min $31–$89* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Appleton & Red Wing

Quick Facts

Appleton
44.26°N, 88.42°W
America/Chicago
242m elevation
Red Wing
44.56°N, 92.53°W
America/Chicago
226m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 68 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 17 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 121.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients