Minneapolis to Tulsa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

626.2 miles 1007.7 km · straight line
702.6 miles actual route 1130.7 km · driving distance
12h 42min estimated drive time
$68 - $83 estimated fuel cost
~1h 46min flight time
194° SSW bearing direction

How far is Minneapolis from Tulsa?

The distance from Minneapolis to Tulsa is 626.2 miles (1007.7 km) as the crow flies. Tulsa is located SSW of Minneapolis. By car, the driving distance is approximately 702.6 miles, taking about 12h 42min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 46min. Both are located in United States — Minneapolis in Minnesota and Tulsa in Oklahoma.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. 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 Tulsa. 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 Tulsa

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 12h 42min $68 - $83 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 46min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~15h 14min $56–$105* Budget
Train ~16h 31min $84–$246* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Minneapolis & Tulsa

Quick Facts

Minneapolis
44.98°N, 93.27°W
America/Chicago
264m elevation
Tulsa
36.15°N, 95.99°W
America/Chicago
226m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 209 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 52 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 39.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM