Batavia, Illinois to Rochester, Minnesota: Road Trip Guide & Distance

258.3 miles 415.7 km · straight line
322.9 miles estimated 519.6 km · driving distance
6h 30min estimated drive time
$31 - $38 estimated fuel cost
~1h 1min flight time
307° NW bearing direction

How far is Batavia, Illinois from Rochester, Minnesota?

The distance from Batavia, Illinois to Rochester, Minnesota is 258.3 miles (415.7 km) as the crow flies. Rochester, Minnesota is located NW of Batavia, Illinois. By car, the driving distance is approximately 322.9 miles, taking about 6h 30min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. Both are located in United States — Batavia, Illinois in Illinois and Rochester, Minnesota in Minnesota.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Batavia, Illinois and Rochester, Minnesota. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Batavia, Illinois to Rochester, Minnesota

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 30min $31 - $38 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 1min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 48min $26–$48* Budget
Train ~6h 11min $39–$113* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Batavia, Illinois & Rochester, Minnesota

Quick Facts

Batavia, Illinois
41.85°N, 88.31°W
America/Chicago
218m elevation
Rochester, Minnesota
44.02°N, 92.47°W
America/Chicago
312m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 86 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 96.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients