Forest Lake to River Falls: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Forest Lake from River Falls?

The distance from Forest Lake to River Falls is 33.8 miles (54.4 km) as the crow flies. River Falls is located SSE of Forest Lake. By car, the driving distance is approximately 43.9 miles, taking about 53min. A direct flight would take roughly 34min. Both are located in United States — Forest Lake in Minnesota and River Falls in Wisconsin.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. 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 Forest Lake 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.