Austin, Minnesota to Wausau: Road Trip Guide & Distance

187.9 miles 302.4 km · straight line
234.9 miles estimated 378 km · driving distance
4h 44min estimated drive time
$23 - $28 estimated fuel cost
~53min flight time
60° ENE bearing direction

How far is Austin, Minnesota from Wausau?

The distance from Austin, Minnesota to Wausau is 187.9 miles (302.4 km) as the crow flies. Wausau is located ENE of Austin, Minnesota. By car, the driving distance is approximately 234.9 miles, taking about 4h 44min. A direct flight would take roughly 53min. Both are located in United States — Austin, Minnesota in Minnesota and Wausau in Wisconsin.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Wausau. 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 Wausau

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 44min $23 - $28 Flexible stops
Fly ~53min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 41min $19–$35* Budget
Train ~4h 30min $28–$82* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Austin, Minnesota & Wausau

Quick Facts

Austin, Minnesota
43.67°N, 92.97°W
America/Chicago
367m elevation
Wausau
44.96°N, 89.63°W
America/Chicago
367m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 63 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 16 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 132.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients