Calgary to Minneapolis: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Calgary from Minneapolis?

The distance from Calgary to Minneapolis is 1044.5 miles (1681 km) as the crow flies. Minneapolis is located ESE of Calgary. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1189.2 miles, taking about 22h 26min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 36min. Calgary is in Alberta, Canada, while Minneapolis is in Minnesota, United States.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Calgary and Minneapolis. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.