Atlanta to Rochester, Minnesota: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Atlanta from Rochester, Minnesota?

The distance from Atlanta to Rochester, Minnesota is 831.3 miles (1337.9 km) as the crow flies. Rochester, Minnesota is located NNW of Atlanta. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1003.1 miles, taking about 19h 20min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 10min. Both are located in United States — Atlanta in Georgia and Rochester, Minnesota in Minnesota.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Atlanta and Rochester, Minnesota. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.