Iowa City to Prior Lake: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Iowa City from Prior Lake?

The distance from Iowa City to Prior Lake is 231.4 miles (372.4 km) as the crow flies. Prior Lake is located NNW of Iowa City. By car, the driving distance is approximately 289.2 miles, taking about 5h 49min. A direct flight would take roughly 58min. Both are located in United States — Iowa City in Iowa 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 Iowa City 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.