Bloomington, Illinois to Minneapolis: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Bloomington, Illinois from Minneapolis?

The distance from Bloomington, Illinois to Minneapolis is 378.5 miles (609.2 km) as the crow flies. Minneapolis is located NNW of Bloomington, Illinois. By car, the driving distance is approximately 454.2 miles, taking about 9h 8min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 16min. Both are located in United States — Bloomington, Illinois in Illinois and Minneapolis in Minnesota.

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 Bloomington, Illinois 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.