Janesville to Owatonna: Road Trip Guide & Distance

232.3 miles 373.9 km · straight line
290.4 miles estimated 467.4 km · driving distance
5h 51min estimated drive time
$28 - $34 estimated fuel cost
~58min flight time
296° WNW bearing direction

How far is Janesville from Owatonna?

The distance from Janesville to Owatonna is 232.3 miles (373.9 km) as the crow flies. Owatonna is located WNW of Janesville. By car, the driving distance is approximately 290.4 miles, taking about 5h 51min. A direct flight would take roughly 58min. Both are located in United States — Janesville in Wisconsin and Owatonna 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 Janesville and Owatonna. 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 Janesville to Owatonna

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 51min $28 - $34 Flexible stops
Fly ~58min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 1min $23–$44* Budget
Train ~5h 33min $35–$102* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Janesville & Owatonna

Quick Facts

Janesville
42.68°N, 89.02°W
America/Chicago
255m elevation
Owatonna
44.08°N, 93.23°W
America/Chicago
351m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 77 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 107.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients