Stillwater, Minnesota to Wausau: Road Trip Guide & Distance

155.3 miles 249.9 km · straight line
194.1 miles estimated 312.4 km · driving distance
3h 54min estimated drive time
$19 - $23 estimated fuel cost
~49min flight time
91° E bearing direction

How far is Stillwater, Minnesota from Wausau?

The distance from Stillwater, Minnesota to Wausau is 155.3 miles (249.9 km) as the crow flies. Wausau is located E of Stillwater, Minnesota. By car, the driving distance is approximately 194.1 miles, taking about 3h 54min. A direct flight would take roughly 49min. Both are located in United States — Stillwater, Minnesota in Minnesota and Wausau in Wisconsin.

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 Stillwater, Minnesota and Wausau. 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 Stillwater, Minnesota to Wausau

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 54min $19 - $23 Flexible stops
Fly ~49min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 41min $16–$29* Budget
Train ~3h 42min $23–$68* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Stillwater, Minnesota & Wausau

Quick Facts

Stillwater, Minnesota
45.06°N, 92.81°W
America/Chicago
212m elevation
Wausau
44.96°N, 89.63°W
America/Chicago
367m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 52 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 13 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 160.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients