Milwaukee to St. Paul: Road Trip Guide & Distance

289.6 miles 466 km · straight line
327.5 miles actual route 527 km · driving distance
5h 58min estimated drive time
$32 - $39 estimated fuel cost
~1h 5min flight time
299° WNW bearing direction

How far is Milwaukee from St. Paul?

The distance from Milwaukee to St. Paul is 289.6 miles (466 km) as the crow flies. St. Paul is located WNW of Milwaukee. By car, the driving distance is approximately 327.5 miles, taking about 5h 58min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 5min. Both are located in United States — Milwaukee in Wisconsin and St. Paul 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 St. Paul. 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 St. Paul

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 58min $32 - $39 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 5min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 10min $26–$49* Budget
Train ~5h 40min $39–$115* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Milwaukee & St. Paul

Quick Facts

Milwaukee
43.04°N, 87.91°W
America/Chicago
188m elevation
St. Paul
44.95°N, 93.09°W
America/Chicago
259m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 97 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 24 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 86 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM