Des Plaines to Minneapolis: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Des Plaines from Minneapolis?

The distance from Des Plaines to Minneapolis is 337.7 miles (543.5 km) as the crow flies. Minneapolis is located NW of Des Plaines. By car, the driving distance is approximately 405.3 miles, taking about 8h 9min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 11min. Both are located in United States — Des Plaines 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 Des Plaines 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.