Menomonie to Prior Lake: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Menomonie from Prior Lake?

The distance from Menomonie to Prior Lake is 74.6 miles (120 km) as the crow flies. Prior Lake is located W of Menomonie. By car, the driving distance is approximately 93.2 miles, taking about 1h 53min. A direct flight would take roughly 39min. Both are located in United States — Menomonie in Wisconsin and Prior Lake in Minnesota.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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. 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 Menomonie 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.