Bettendorf to Rochester, Minnesota: Road Trip Guide & Distance

199 miles 320.2 km · straight line
248.7 miles estimated 400.3 km · driving distance
5h 0min estimated drive time
$24 - $29 estimated fuel cost
~54min flight time
331° NNW bearing direction

How far is Bettendorf from Rochester, Minnesota?

The distance from Bettendorf to Rochester, Minnesota is 199 miles (320.2 km) as the crow flies. Rochester, Minnesota is located NNW of Bettendorf. By car, the driving distance is approximately 248.7 miles, taking about 5h 0min. A direct flight would take roughly 54min. Both are located in United States — Bettendorf in Iowa 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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Bettendorf 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 Bettendorf to Rochester, Minnesota

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 0min $24 - $29 Flexible stops
Fly ~54min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 0min $20–$37* Budget
Train ~4h 45min $30–$87* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bettendorf & Rochester, Minnesota

Quick Facts

Bettendorf
41.52°N, 90.52°W
America/Chicago
173m 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 66 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 17 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 125.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients