Minneapolis to Omaha: Road Trip Guide & Distance

290.2 miles 467 km · straight line
378.3 miles actual route 608.8 km · driving distance
6h 56min estimated drive time
$36 - $45 estimated fuel cost
~1h 5min flight time
209° SSW bearing direction

How far is Minneapolis from Omaha?

The distance from Minneapolis to Omaha is 290.2 miles (467 km) as the crow flies. Omaha is located SSW of Minneapolis. By car, the driving distance is approximately 378.3 miles, taking about 6h 56min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 5min. Both are located in United States — Minneapolis in Minnesota and Omaha 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 Omaha. 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 Minneapolis to Omaha

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 56min $36 - $45 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 5min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 19min $30–$57* Budget
Train ~6h 35min $45–$132* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Minneapolis & Omaha

Quick Facts

Minneapolis
44.98°N, 93.27°W
America/Chicago
264m elevation
Omaha
41.26°N, 95.93°W
America/Chicago
332m 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 85.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM