Hays to Mankato: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Hays from Mankato?

The distance from Hays to Mankato is 456.7 miles (735 km) as the crow flies. Mankato is located NE of Hays. By car, the driving distance is approximately 548 miles, taking about 11h 2min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 25min. Both are located in United States — Hays in Kansas and Mankato 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 Hays and Mankato. 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.