Halfway between Chicago and Minneapolis
The fairest meeting point, by actual drive time — not a straight line on a map.
Only 0 min difference between the two drives.
Plan your exact meetup on CenterOf →Places to meet near Lyndon Station, WI
Riverbay Campground
park
5.03 hours 2 mins / 3 hours 4 minsOutdoors Forever Conservation Club
park
5.03 hours 14 mins / 2 hours 59 minsMemory Park
park
4.83 hours 2 mins / 3 hours 3 minsBilly’s Bar
bar
4.73 hours 2 mins / 3 hours 4 minsMac's Stumble Out Pub
restaurant
4.73 hours 2 mins / 3 hours 4 minsLeo's Upper Dells Bar
bar
4.73 hours 2 mins / 3 hours 4 minsBass Hollow State Natural Area
park
4.63 hours 14 mins / 3 hours 11 minsSwagger Inn
restaurant
4.63 hours 2 mins / 3 hours 4 mins
Frequently asked questions
How is the halfway point between Chicago and Minneapolis calculated?
We don't just average the two cities' coordinates on a map. We find the point along the real driving route where both of you have spent the same amount of time behind the wheel, then look for a real town there — so the split stays fair even when one direction has more highway than the other.
What's a good place to meet between Chicago and Minneapolis?
Lyndon Station, WI sits close to the fair midpoint by drive time, with real restaurants, cafes, bars, and parks nearby — see the list below.
How long is the drive from Chicago and from Minneapolis?
From Chicago, IL, it's about 3 hr 8 min. From Minneapolis, MN, it's about 3 hr 7 min — a difference of 0 min.
Is Lyndon Station, WI the only option?
No — the list below has 8 nearby spots. Head to CenterOf to fine-tune the search for your exact addresses and travel mode.