How long is a Mississippi River?
A Mississippi River is 2,317 miles (3,728 km) long.
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Length Overview
Imperial
2,317 miles
Metric
3,728 km
Football Fields
33978.7
Category
Rivers
The Mississippi River is 2,320 miles (3,730 km) long — the second-longest river in North America. From Lake Itasca, Minnesota to the Gulf of Mexico.
How many Mississippi Rivers fit in...?
School Buses
349494.9
Football Fields
33978.7
Blue Whales
122323.2
Compare to a custom length
= 2038720.0 × Mississippi River
For perspective...
- • Takes about 90 days for a drop of water to travel its full length
- • About the distance from New York to Las Vegas
- • Drains 31 US states and 2 Canadian provinces
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long is a Mississippi River?
The Mississippi River is 2,320 miles (3,730 km) long — the second-longest river in North America. From Lake Itasca, Minnesota to the Gulf of Mexico.
How many football fields is a Mississippi River?
A Mississippi River is 33978.7 football fields long (2,317 miles (3,728 km)).
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