Austin, Minnesota to Fargo: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Austin, Minnesota from Fargo?

The distance from Austin, Minnesota to Fargo is 289.1 miles (465.3 km) as the crow flies. Fargo is located NW of Austin, Minnesota. By car, the driving distance is approximately 361.4 miles, taking about 7h 16min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 5min. Both are located in United States — Austin, Minnesota in Minnesota and Fargo in North Dakota.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Austin, Minnesota and Fargo. 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.