Moline to Prior Lake: Road Trip Guide & Distance

265.6 miles 427.5 km · straight line
332.1 miles estimated 534.4 km · driving distance
6h 41min estimated drive time
$32 - $39 estimated fuel cost
~1h 2min flight time
327° NNW bearing direction

How far is Moline from Prior Lake?

The distance from Moline to Prior Lake is 265.6 miles (427.5 km) as the crow flies. Prior Lake is located NNW of Moline. By car, the driving distance is approximately 332.1 miles, taking about 6h 41min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 2min. Both are located in United States — Moline in Illinois and Prior Lake in Minnesota.

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. 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 Moline and Prior Lake. 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 Moline to Prior Lake

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 41min $32 - $39 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 2min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 1min $27–$50* Budget
Train ~6h 21min $40–$116* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Moline & Prior Lake

Quick Facts

Moline
41.51°N, 90.52°W
America/Chicago
176m elevation
Prior Lake
44.71°N, 93.42°W
America/Chicago
289m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 89 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 93.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients