Arlington Heights to Austin, Minnesota: Road Trip Guide & Distance

275.3 miles 443.1 km · straight line
344.2 miles estimated 553.9 km · driving distance
6h 55min estimated drive time
$33 - $41 estimated fuel cost
~1h 3min flight time
295° WNW bearing direction

How far is Arlington Heights from Austin, Minnesota?

The distance from Arlington Heights to Austin, Minnesota is 275.3 miles (443.1 km) as the crow flies. Austin, Minnesota is located WNW of Arlington Heights. By car, the driving distance is approximately 344.2 miles, taking about 6h 55min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 3min. Both are located in United States — Arlington Heights in Illinois and Austin, Minnesota 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 Arlington Heights and Austin, Minnesota. 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 Arlington Heights to Austin, Minnesota

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 55min $33 - $41 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 3min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 18min $28–$52* Budget
Train ~6h 34min $41–$120* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Arlington Heights & Austin, Minnesota

Quick Facts

Arlington Heights
42.09°N, 87.98°W
America/Chicago
214m elevation
Austin, Minnesota
43.67°N, 92.97°W
America/Chicago
367m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 92 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 23 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 90.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients