Clinton, Iowa to Minneapolis: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Clinton, Iowa from Minneapolis?

The distance from Clinton, Iowa to Minneapolis is 265.9 miles (427.9 km) as the crow flies. Minneapolis is located NW of Clinton, Iowa. By car, the driving distance is approximately 332.4 miles, taking about 6h 41min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 2min. Both are located in United States — Clinton, Iowa 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 Clinton, Iowa 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.