Minneapolis to Vancouver: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1424.7 miles 2292.8 km · straight line
1795.4 miles actual route 2889.4 km · driving distance
31h 18min estimated drive time
$173 - $213 estimated fuel cost
~3h 22min flight time
293° WNW bearing direction

How far is Minneapolis from Vancouver?

The distance from Minneapolis to Vancouver is 1424.7 miles (2292.8 km) as the crow flies. Vancouver is located WNW of Minneapolis. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1795.4 miles, taking about 31h 18min. A direct flight would take roughly 3h 22min. Minneapolis is in Minnesota, United States, while Vancouver is in British Columbia, Canada.

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. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

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

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 31h 18min $173 - $213 Flexible stops
Fly ~3h 22min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~37h 34min $144–$269* Budget
Train ~40h 41min $215–$628* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Minneapolis & Vancouver

Quick Facts

Minneapolis
44.98°N, 93.27°W
America/Chicago
264m elevation
Vancouver
49.28°N, 123.12°W
America/Vancouver
70m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 475 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 119 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 17.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM