Clinton, Iowa to Prior Lake: Road Trip Guide & Distance

256.4 miles 412.6 km · straight line
320.5 miles estimated 515.8 km · driving distance
6h 27min estimated drive time
$31 - $38 estimated fuel cost
~1h 1min flight time
322° NW bearing direction

How far is Clinton, Iowa from Prior Lake?

The distance from Clinton, Iowa to Prior Lake is 256.4 miles (412.6 km) as the crow flies. Prior Lake is located NW of Clinton, Iowa. By car, the driving distance is approximately 320.5 miles, taking about 6h 27min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. Both are located in United States — Clinton, Iowa in Iowa and Prior Lake 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 Prior Lake. 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 Clinton, Iowa to Prior Lake

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 27min $31 - $38 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 1min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 44min $26–$48* Budget
Train ~6h 8min $38–$112* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Clinton, Iowa & Prior Lake

Quick Facts

Clinton, Iowa
41.84°N, 90.19°W
America/Chicago
179m elevation
Prior Lake
44.71°N, 93.42°W
America/Chicago
289m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 85 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 97.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients