Milwaukee to Prior Lake: Road Trip Guide & Distance

298 miles 479.6 km · straight line
352.6 miles actual route 567.4 km · driving distance
6h 31min estimated drive time
$34 - $42 estimated fuel cost
~1h 6min flight time
295° WNW bearing direction

How far is Milwaukee from Prior Lake?

The distance from Milwaukee to Prior Lake is 298 miles (479.6 km) as the crow flies. Prior Lake is located WNW of Milwaukee. By car, the driving distance is approximately 352.6 miles, taking about 6h 31min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 6min. Both are located in United States — Milwaukee 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 Milwaukee and Prior Lake. 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 Prior Lake

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 31min $34 - $42 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 6min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 49min $28–$53* Budget
Train ~6h 11min $42–$123* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Milwaukee & Prior Lake

Quick Facts

Milwaukee
43.04°N, 87.91°W
America/Chicago
188m 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 99 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 25 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 83.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM