Minneapolis to Onalaska: Road Trip Guide & Distance

125.5 miles 201.9 km · straight line
156.8 miles estimated 252.4 km · driving distance
3h 9min estimated drive time
$15 - $19 estimated fuel cost
~45min flight time
126° SE bearing direction

How far is Minneapolis from Onalaska?

The distance from Minneapolis to Onalaska is 125.5 miles (201.9 km) as the crow flies. Onalaska is located SE of Minneapolis. By car, the driving distance is approximately 156.8 miles, taking about 3h 9min. A direct flight would take roughly 45min. Both are located in United States — Minneapolis in Minnesota and Onalaska in Wisconsin.

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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Minneapolis and Onalaska. 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 Onalaska

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 9min $15 - $19 Flexible stops
Fly ~45min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~3h 47min $13–$24* Budget
Train ~3h 0min $19–$55* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Minneapolis & Onalaska

Quick Facts

Minneapolis
44.98°N, 93.27°W
America/Chicago
264m elevation
Onalaska
43.88°N, 91.24°W
America/Chicago
216m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 42 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 198.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients