Columbus, Ohio to Rochester, Minnesota: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Columbus, Ohio from Rochester, Minnesota?
The distance from Columbus, Ohio to Rochester, Minnesota is 561 miles (902.8 km) as the crow flies. Rochester, Minnesota is located WNW of Columbus, Ohio. By car, the driving distance is approximately 667.8 miles, taking about 13h 13min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 38min. Both are located in United States — Columbus, Ohio in Ohio 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.
Coordinates come from public place data for Columbus, Ohio 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.
How to Get from Columbus, Ohio to Rochester, Minnesota
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 187 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 47 hours
- You could travel this distance about 44.4 times to circle the Earth's equator