Elgin, Illinois to Minneapolis: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Elgin, Illinois from Minneapolis?

The distance from Elgin, Illinois to Minneapolis is 321.9 miles (518 km) as the crow flies. Minneapolis is located NW of Elgin, Illinois. By car, the driving distance is approximately 386.2 miles, taking about 7h 46min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 9min. Both are located in United States — Elgin, Illinois 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 Elgin, Illinois 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.