Bettendorf to Minneapolis: Road Trip Guide & Distance

275.8 miles 443.8 km · straight line
344.7 miles estimated 554.8 km · driving distance
6h 56min estimated drive time
$33 - $41 estimated fuel cost
~1h 3min flight time
331° NNW bearing direction

How far is Bettendorf from Minneapolis?

The distance from Bettendorf to Minneapolis is 275.8 miles (443.8 km) as the crow flies. Minneapolis is located NNW of Bettendorf. By car, the driving distance is approximately 344.7 miles, taking about 6h 56min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 3min. Both are located in United States — Bettendorf in Iowa and Minneapolis 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 Bettendorf and Minneapolis. 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 Bettendorf to Minneapolis

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 56min $33 - $41 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 3min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 19min $28–$52* Budget
Train ~6h 35min $41–$121* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bettendorf & Minneapolis

Quick Facts

Bettendorf
41.52°N, 90.52°W
America/Chicago
173m elevation
Minneapolis
44.98°N, 93.27°W
America/Chicago
264m 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 90.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients