Owatonna to River Falls: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Owatonna from River Falls?

The distance from Owatonna to River Falls is 61.4 miles (98.8 km) as the crow flies. River Falls is located NNE of Owatonna. By car, the driving distance is approximately 79.8 miles, taking about 1h 36min. A direct flight would take roughly 37min. Both are located in United States — Owatonna in Minnesota and River Falls in Wisconsin.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Owatonna and River Falls. 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.