Duluth, Minnesota to Grand Rapids: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Duluth, Minnesota from Grand Rapids?

The distance from Duluth, Minnesota to Grand Rapids is 410.9 miles (661.3 km) as the crow flies. Grand Rapids is located SE of Duluth, Minnesota. By car, the driving distance is approximately 493.1 miles, taking about 9h 55min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 20min. Both are located in United States — Duluth, Minnesota in Minnesota and Grand Rapids in Michigan.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Duluth, Minnesota and Grand Rapids. 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.