Austin, Minnesota to Chaska: Road Trip Guide & Distance

83.6 miles 134.5 km · straight line
104.5 miles estimated 168.1 km · driving distance
2h 6min estimated drive time
$10 - $12 estimated fuel cost
~40min flight time · usually no direct flights
338° NNW bearing direction

How far is Austin, Minnesota from Chaska?

The distance from Austin, Minnesota to Chaska is 83.6 miles (134.5 km) as the crow flies. Chaska is located NNW of Austin, Minnesota. By car, the driving distance is approximately 104.5 miles, taking about 2h 6min. A direct flight would take roughly 40min. Both are located in United States.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Austin, Minnesota and Chaska. 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 Austin, Minnesota to Chaska

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 6min $10 - $12 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 31min $8–$16* Budget
Train ~2h 0min $13–$37* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Austin, Minnesota & Chaska

Quick Facts

Austin, Minnesota
43.67°N, 92.97°W
America/Chicago
367m elevation
Chaska
44.79°N, 93.60°W
America/Chicago
223m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 28 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 7 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 298 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients