Downers Grove to Minneapolis: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Downers Grove from Minneapolis?

The distance from Downers Grove to Minneapolis is 342.7 miles (551.5 km) as the crow flies. Minneapolis is located NW of Downers Grove. By car, the driving distance is approximately 411.2 miles, taking about 8h 16min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 11min. Both are located in United States — Downers Grove 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 Downers Grove 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.