Minneapolis to River Falls: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Minneapolis from River Falls?

The distance from Minneapolis to River Falls is 32.4 miles (52.1 km) as the crow flies. River Falls is located ESE of Minneapolis. By car, the driving distance is approximately 42.1 miles, taking about 51min. A direct flight would take roughly 34min. Both are located in United States — Minneapolis in Minnesota and River Falls in Wisconsin.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. 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 River Falls. 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.