Minneapolis to Moline: Road Trip Guide & Distance

276.9 miles 445.6 km · straight line
346.1 miles estimated 557 km · driving distance
6h 58min estimated drive time
$33 - $41 estimated fuel cost
~1h 3min flight time
149° SSE bearing direction

How far is Minneapolis from Moline?

The distance from Minneapolis to Moline is 276.9 miles (445.6 km) as the crow flies. Moline is located SSE of Minneapolis. By car, the driving distance is approximately 346.1 miles, taking about 6h 58min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 3min. Both are located in United States — Minneapolis in Minnesota and Moline in Illinois.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Minneapolis and Moline. 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 Minneapolis to Moline

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 58min $33 - $41 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 3min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 22min $28–$52* Budget
Train ~6h 37min $42–$121* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Minneapolis & Moline

Quick Facts

Minneapolis
44.98°N, 93.27°W
America/Chicago
264m elevation
Moline
41.51°N, 90.52°W
America/Chicago
176m 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 89.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients