Prior Lake to Winona: Road Trip Guide & Distance

99.3 miles 159.8 km · straight line
124.1 miles estimated 199.8 km · driving distance
2h 30min estimated drive time
$12 - $15 estimated fuel cost
~42min flight time · usually no direct flights
117° ESE bearing direction

How far is Prior Lake from Winona?

The distance from Prior Lake to Winona is 99.3 miles (159.8 km) as the crow flies. Winona is located ESE of Prior Lake. By car, the driving distance is approximately 124.1 miles, taking about 2h 30min. A direct flight would take roughly 42min. 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. 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 Prior Lake and Winona. 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 Prior Lake to Winona

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 30min $12 - $15 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 0min $10–$19* Budget
Train ~2h 23min $15–$43* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Prior Lake & Winona

Quick Facts

Prior Lake
44.71°N, 93.42°W
America/Chicago
289m elevation
Winona
44.05°N, 91.64°W
America/Chicago
203m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 33 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 8 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 250.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients