Minneapolis to Wichita: Road Trip Guide & Distance

545.9 miles 878.6 km · straight line
632.7 miles actual route 1018.2 km · driving distance
11h 21min estimated drive time
$61 - $75 estimated fuel cost
~1h 36min flight time
204° SSW bearing direction

How far is Minneapolis from Wichita?

The distance from Minneapolis to Wichita is 545.9 miles (878.6 km) as the crow flies. Wichita is located SSW of Minneapolis. By car, the driving distance is approximately 632.7 miles, taking about 11h 21min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 36min. Both are located in United States — Minneapolis in Minnesota and Wichita in Kansas.

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 Wichita. 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 Wichita

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 11h 21min $61 - $75 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 36min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~13h 37min $51–$95* Budget
Train ~14h 45min $76–$221* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Minneapolis & Wichita

Quick Facts

Minneapolis
44.98°N, 93.27°W
America/Chicago
264m elevation
Wichita
37.69°N, 97.33°W
America/Chicago
402m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 182 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 45 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 45.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM