Fargo to Minneapolis: Road Trip Guide & Distance

214.2 miles 344.8 km · straight line
267.8 miles estimated 431 km · driving distance
5h 23min estimated drive time
$26 - $32 estimated fuel cost
~56min flight time
126° SE bearing direction

How far is Fargo from Minneapolis?

The distance from Fargo to Minneapolis is 214.2 miles (344.8 km) as the crow flies. Minneapolis is located SE of Fargo. By car, the driving distance is approximately 267.8 miles, taking about 5h 23min. A direct flight would take roughly 56min. Both are located in United States — Fargo in North Dakota and Minneapolis in Minnesota.

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 Fargo 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.

How to Get from Fargo to Minneapolis

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 23min $26 - $32 Flexible stops
Fly ~56min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 28min $21–$40* Budget
Train ~5h 7min $32–$94* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Fargo & Minneapolis

Quick Facts

Fargo
46.88°N, 96.79°W
America/Chicago
276m elevation
Minneapolis
44.98°N, 93.27°W
America/Chicago
264m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 71 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 18 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 116.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients