Duluth, Minnesota to Manitowoc: Road Trip Guide & Distance

284.8 miles 458.4 km · straight line
356 miles estimated 573 km · driving distance
7h 10min estimated drive time
$34 - $42 estimated fuel cost
~1h 4min flight time
129° SE bearing direction

How far is Duluth, Minnesota from Manitowoc?

The distance from Duluth, Minnesota to Manitowoc is 284.8 miles (458.4 km) as the crow flies. Manitowoc is located SE of Duluth, Minnesota. By car, the driving distance is approximately 356 miles, taking about 7h 10min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 4min. Both are located in United States — Duluth, Minnesota in Minnesota and Manitowoc in Wisconsin.

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. 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 Manitowoc. 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 Duluth, Minnesota to Manitowoc

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 10min $34 - $42 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 4min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 36min $28–$53* Budget
Train ~6h 49min $43–$125* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Duluth, Minnesota & Manitowoc

Quick Facts

Duluth, Minnesota
46.78°N, 92.11°W
America/Chicago
214m elevation
Manitowoc
44.09°N, 87.66°W
America/Chicago
184m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 95 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 24 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 87.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients