Elk River to River Falls: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Elk River from River Falls?

The distance from Elk River to River Falls is 55.2 miles (88.9 km) as the crow flies. River Falls is located ESE of Elk River. By car, the driving distance is approximately 71.8 miles, taking about 1h 27min. A direct flight would take roughly 37min. Both are located in United States — Elk River in Minnesota and River Falls in Wisconsin.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Elk River and River Falls. 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.