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Minneapolis, MN to Chicago, IL Road Trip — Best Stops Along the Way

The best attractions, restaurants, and scenic stops between Minneapolis, MN and Chicago, IL. 412 mi, approximately 6 hours 4 mins of driving. Real drive times, real ratings, real photos.

Minneapolis, MN→Chicago, IL

412 mi · 6 hours 4 mins drive · 12 stops found

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12 stops along the way

Aquavia Lumina, Lake Delton, WI 53940
1

Aquavia Lumina

Lake Delton, WI 53940

3 hrs 18 min from Minneapolis4.8 (672)Attraction
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Devil's Lake State Park, Baraboo, WI 53913
2

Devil's Lake State Park

Baraboo, WI 53913

3 hrs 31 min from Minneapolis4.8 (12,941)NatureAttraction
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Devil's Doorway, WI 53913, USA
3

Devil's Doorway

WI 53913, USA

3 hrs 32 min from Minneapolis4.9 (154)Attraction
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Parfrey's Glen State Natural Area, Merrimac, WI 53561
4

Parfrey's Glen State Natural Area

Merrimac, WI 53561

3 hrs 37 min from Minneapolis4.8 (1,510)NatureAttraction
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Natural Bridge State Park, North Freedom, WI 53951
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Natural Bridge State Park

North Freedom, WI 53951

3 hrs 43 min from Minneapolis4.4 (614)NatureAttraction
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Pink Elephant, DeForest, WI 53532
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Pink Elephant

DeForest, WI 53532

3 hrs 44 min from Minneapolis4.5 (716)Attraction
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Thrill Factory Entertainment, Madison, WI 53704
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Thrill Factory Entertainment

Madison, WI 53704

3 hrs 54 min from Minneapolis4.5 (447)FoodAttraction
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Cherokee Marsh Conservation Park - North, Madison, WI 53704
8

Cherokee Marsh Conservation Park - North

Madison, WI 53704

3 hrs 57 min from Minneapolis4.7 (307)NatureAttraction
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Olbrich Botanical Gardens, Madison, WI 53704
9

Olbrich Botanical Gardens

Madison, WI 53704

3 hrs 60 min from Minneapolis4.8 (4,863)Attraction
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Olbrich Park, Madison, WI 53714
10

Olbrich Park

Madison, WI 53714

3 hrs 60 min from Minneapolis4.7 (3,902)NatureAttraction
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Madison Axe Throwing, Madison, WI 53716
11

Madison Axe Throwing

Madison, WI 53716

4 hrs from Minneapolis5.0 (1,070)FoodAttraction
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Stone Bridge Park, Monona, WI 53716
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Stone Bridge Park

Monona, WI 53716

4 hrs 1 min from Minneapolis4.5 (26)NatureAttraction
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the drive from Minneapolis, MN to Chicago, IL?

The drive from Minneapolis, MN to Chicago, IL is 412 mi, taking approximately 6 hours 4 mins without stops. With stops for food, gas, and sightseeing, plan for a full day.

What are the best stops between Minneapolis, MN and Chicago, IL?

The best stops include scenic overlooks, state parks, historic towns, and local restaurants along the route. Check the stop cards above for top-rated options with real drive times and ratings from Google.

Is the Minneapolis to Chicago drive scenic?

Yes. The route between Minneapolis, MN and Chicago, IL passes through several interesting areas. The stops listed above highlight the best scenic, cultural, and food destinations along the way.

Should I make the Minneapolis to Chicago trip a road trip or just drive straight through?

We recommend making it a road trip. The stops between Minneapolis, MN and Chicago, IL are worth the detour. Most add less than 30 minutes to your total drive and offer experiences you won't find at highway rest stops.

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