Edmonton to Moorhead: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Edmonton from Moorhead?

The distance from Edmonton to Moorhead is 868.2 miles (1397.3 km) as the crow flies. Moorhead is located ESE of Edmonton. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1041.9 miles, taking about 20h 58min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 15min. Edmonton is in Alberta, Canada, while Moorhead is in Minnesota, United States.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Edmonton and Moorhead. 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.