Distance from Houston to Minneapolis by Car and Plane

The flight distance from Houston (TX) to Minneapolis (MN) is 1057 miles or 1700 kilometers or 918 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Houston to Minneapolis is 1174 miles (1890 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 117 miles or 190 km.

Flight distance from Houston, TX to Minneapolis, MN in miles and km?

The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Houston and Minneapolis is 1057 miles or 1700 km.
The nearest airport to Houston, is George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport (IAH) and the nearest airport to Minneapolis, is Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport / Wold-Chamberlain Field (MSP).

What is the average flight time from Houston to Minneapolis?

Flight time from Houston, TX to Minneapolis, MN is 2 hours 25 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.

Houston to Minneapolis Flight Route Map

Map Showing the Distance Between Houston, TX and Minneapolis, MN
This map shows the distance from Houston, TX, Usa to Minneapolis, MN, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Houston, Texas to Minneapolis, Minnesota is displayed below.

Driving distance from Houston, TX to Minneapolis, MN

The driving distance from Houston, Texas to Minneapolis, Minnesota is 1174 miles or 1890 km.
The total driving distance from Houston, TX to Minneapolis, MN is 1174 miles or 1890 kilometers. Your trip begins in Houston, Texas. It ends in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
The driving distance from Houston, Texas to Minneapolis, Minnesota is approximately 1174 miles (1890 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 21 to 22 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Houston, TX to Minneapolis, MN

How long is the drive from Houston, TX to Minneapolis, MN?
The total driving time is 21 hours, 29 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Houston to Minneapolis take?
Houston and Minneapolis are 21 hours 29 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.
Attention! According to the recommendations of experts, you should stop and take a break every 2 hours on average, take a fresh air and walk a little to protect your alertness and health during long trips by car. In addition, you can drink some coffee to prevent you from sleeping. People who drive constantly without taking a break lose their focus and can eventually cause accidents. Also, please drive carefully and follow the speed rules.

Time Difference between Houston and Minneapolis

Time difference between Houston (TX) and Minneapolis (MN) is 0 Hours.

Current local time in HoustonCurrent local time in Minneapolis
2025-12-19, 02:50:09 CST2025-12-19, 02:50:09 CST
How Far is it Between Houston Texas, USA and Minneapolis Minnesota, USA?

You can compare air and road distance between Houston, TX and Minneapolis, MN in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.

Distance type Miles Kilometers Nautical miles
Driving distance 1174 mi 1890 km 1019.5 nmi
Straight line distance 1057 mi 1700 km 918 nmi
Difference 117 mi 190 km 101 nmi

Houston Details

Houston is located in Texas, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 29° 47' 8.7'' Longitude: W 95° 23' 19.7''
Latitude29.78574
Longitude-95.38881
StateTexas
Nearest airports to Houston

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Minneapolis Details

Minneapolis is located in Minnesota, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 44° 58' 47.9'' Longitude: W 93° 15' 49.8''
Latitude44.97997
Longitude-93.26384
StateMinnesota
Nearest airports to Minneapolis

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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Houston, TX and Minneapolis, MN
Average SpeedTravel Time
30 mph (48 km/h) 39 hours 22 minutes
40 mph (64 km/h) 29 hours 31 minutes
45 mph (72 km/h) 26 hours 15 minutes
50 mph (80 km/h) 23 hours 37 minutes
55 mph (88 km/h) 21 hours 28 minutes
60 mph (96 km/h) 19 hours 41 minutes
65 mph (104 km/h) 18 hours 10 minutes
70 mph (112 km/h) 16 hours 52 minutes
75 mph (120 km/h) 15 hours 45 minutes
80 mph (128 km/h) 14 hours 45 minutes
85 mph (136 km/h) 13 hours 53 minutes