Milwaukee to Owatonna: Road Trip Guide & Distance

275.9 miles 444 km · straight line
316.9 miles actual route 510 km · driving distance
5h 52min estimated drive time
$30 - $38 estimated fuel cost
~1h 3min flight time
287° WNW bearing direction

How far is Milwaukee from Owatonna?

The distance from Milwaukee to Owatonna is 275.9 miles (444 km) as the crow flies. Owatonna is located WNW of Milwaukee. By car, the driving distance is approximately 316.9 miles, taking about 5h 52min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 3min. Both are located in United States — Milwaukee 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 Milwaukee and Owatonna. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Milwaukee to Owatonna

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 52min $30 - $38 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 3min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 2min $25–$48* Budget
Train ~5h 34min $38–$111* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Milwaukee & Owatonna

Quick Facts

Milwaukee
43.04°N, 87.91°W
America/Chicago
188m 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 92 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 23 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 90.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM