Janesville to Prior Lake: Road Trip Guide & Distance

260.9 miles 419.8 km · straight line
326.1 miles estimated 524.8 km · driving distance
6h 34min estimated drive time
$31 - $39 estimated fuel cost
~1h 1min flight time
304° NW bearing direction

How far is Janesville from Prior Lake?

The distance from Janesville to Prior Lake is 260.9 miles (419.8 km) as the crow flies. Prior Lake is located NW of Janesville. By car, the driving distance is approximately 326.1 miles, taking about 6h 34min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. Both are located in United States — Janesville 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 Janesville 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 Janesville to Prior Lake

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 34min $31 - $39 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 1min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 53min $26–$49* Budget
Train ~6h 14min $39–$114* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Janesville & Prior Lake

Quick Facts

Janesville
42.68°N, 89.02°W
America/Chicago
255m 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 87 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 95.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients