Red Wing to River Falls: Road Trip Guide & Distance

21.1 miles 34 km · straight line
27.5 miles estimated 44.2 km · driving distance
33min estimated drive time
$3 - $3 estimated fuel cost
~33min flight time · usually no direct flights
348° NNW bearing direction

How far is Red Wing from River Falls?

The distance from Red Wing to River Falls is 21.1 miles (34 km) as the crow flies. River Falls is located NNW of Red Wing. By car, the driving distance is approximately 27.5 miles, taking about 33min. A direct flight would take roughly 33min. Both are located in United States — Red Wing in Minnesota and River Falls in Wisconsin.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. 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. 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 Red Wing 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.

How to Get from Red Wing to River Falls

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 33min $3 - $3 Flexible stops

Quick Facts

Red Wing
44.56°N, 92.53°W
America/Chicago
226m elevation
River Falls
44.86°N, 92.62°W
America/Chicago
273m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 7 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 2 hours
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients