Emporia to Minneapolis: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Emporia from Minneapolis?

The distance from Emporia to Minneapolis is 478.4 miles (769.9 km) as the crow flies. Minneapolis is located NNE of Emporia. By car, the driving distance is approximately 574.1 miles, taking about 11h 33min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 28min. Both are located in United States — Emporia in Kansas 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. 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 Emporia 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.