Detroit to Rochester, Minnesota: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Detroit from Rochester, Minnesota?
The distance from Detroit to Rochester, Minnesota is 488.7 miles (786.5 km) as the crow flies. Rochester, Minnesota is located WNW of Detroit. By car, the driving distance is approximately 631.1 miles, taking about 11h 45min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 29min. Both are located in United States — Detroit in Michigan 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 Detroit 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 Detroit to Rochester, Minnesota
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 163 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 41 hours
- You could travel this distance about 51 times to circle the Earth's equator