Minneapolis to Watertown, Wisconsin: Road Trip Guide & Distance

256.6 miles 412.9 km · straight line
320.7 miles estimated 516.1 km · driving distance
6h 27min estimated drive time
$31 - $38 estimated fuel cost
~1h 1min flight time
117° ESE bearing direction

How far is Minneapolis from Watertown, Wisconsin?

The distance from Minneapolis to Watertown, Wisconsin is 256.6 miles (412.9 km) as the crow flies. Watertown, Wisconsin is located ESE of Minneapolis. By car, the driving distance is approximately 320.7 miles, taking about 6h 27min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. Both are located in United States — Minneapolis in Minnesota and Watertown, Wisconsin 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Minneapolis and Watertown, Wisconsin. 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 Watertown, Wisconsin

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 27min $31 - $38 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 1min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 44min $26–$48* Budget
Train ~6h 8min $38–$112* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Minneapolis & Watertown, Wisconsin

Quick Facts

Minneapolis
44.98°N, 93.27°W
America/Chicago
264m elevation
Watertown, Wisconsin
43.19°N, 88.73°W
America/Chicago
260m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 86 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 97.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients