Fond du Lac to Prior Lake: Road Trip Guide & Distance

255 miles 410.4 km · straight line
318.8 miles estimated 513 km · driving distance
6h 25min estimated drive time
$31 - $38 estimated fuel cost
~1h 1min flight time
286° WNW bearing direction

How far is Fond du Lac from Prior Lake?

The distance from Fond du Lac to Prior Lake is 255 miles (410.4 km) as the crow flies. Prior Lake is located WNW of Fond du Lac. By car, the driving distance is approximately 318.8 miles, taking about 6h 25min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. Both are located in United States — Fond du Lac in Wisconsin and Prior Lake 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. 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 Fond du Lac and Prior Lake. 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 Fond du Lac to Prior Lake

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 25min $31 - $38 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 1min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 42min $26–$48* Budget
Train ~6h 6min $38–$112* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Fond du Lac & Prior Lake

Quick Facts

Fond du Lac
43.77°N, 88.44°W
America/Chicago
232m elevation
Prior Lake
44.71°N, 93.42°W
America/Chicago
289m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 85 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 97.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients