Moorhead to Stillwater, Minnesota: Road Trip Guide & Distance

228 miles 366.9 km · straight line
285 miles estimated 458.6 km · driving distance
5h 44min estimated drive time
$27 - $34 estimated fuel cost
~58min flight time
122° ESE bearing direction

How far is Moorhead from Stillwater, Minnesota?

The distance from Moorhead to Stillwater, Minnesota is 228 miles (366.9 km) as the crow flies. Stillwater, Minnesota is located ESE of Moorhead. By car, the driving distance is approximately 285 miles, taking about 5h 44min. A direct flight would take roughly 58min. Both are located in United States.

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 Moorhead and Stillwater, Minnesota. 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 Moorhead to Stillwater, Minnesota

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 44min $27 - $34 Flexible stops
Fly ~58min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 53min $23–$43* Budget
Train ~5h 27min $34–$100* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Moorhead & Stillwater, Minnesota

Quick Facts

Moorhead
46.87°N, 96.77°W
America/Chicago
276m elevation
Stillwater, Minnesota
45.06°N, 92.81°W
America/Chicago
212m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 76 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 109.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients