Minneapolis to North Platte: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Minneapolis from North Platte?

The distance from Minneapolis to North Platte is 462.6 miles (744.5 km) as the crow flies. North Platte is located WSW of Minneapolis. By car, the driving distance is approximately 555.1 miles, taking about 11h 10min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 26min. Both are located in United States — Minneapolis in Minnesota and North Platte in Nebraska.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Minneapolis and North Platte. 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.