Brookings to Minot: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Brookings from Minot?

The distance from Brookings to Minot is 345.6 miles (556.2 km) as the crow flies. Minot is located NW of Brookings. By car, the driving distance is approximately 414.7 miles, taking about 8h 21min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 12min. Both are located in United States — Brookings in South Dakota and Minot 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 Brookings and Minot. 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.