Duluth, Minnesota to Rochester, Minnesota: Road Trip Guide & Distance

191.6 miles 308.4 km · straight line
239.5 miles estimated 385.5 km · driving distance
4h 49min estimated drive time
$23 - $28 estimated fuel cost
~53min flight time
185° S bearing direction

How far is Duluth, Minnesota from Rochester, Minnesota?

The distance from Duluth, Minnesota to Rochester, Minnesota is 191.6 miles (308.4 km) as the crow flies. Rochester, Minnesota is located S of Duluth, Minnesota. By car, the driving distance is approximately 239.5 miles, taking about 4h 49min. A direct flight would take roughly 53min. Both are located in United States.

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. 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 Duluth, Minnesota 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 Duluth, Minnesota to Rochester, Minnesota

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 49min $23 - $28 Flexible stops
Fly ~53min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 47min $19–$36* Budget
Train ~4h 35min $29–$84* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Duluth, Minnesota & Rochester, Minnesota

Quick Facts

Duluth, Minnesota
46.78°N, 92.11°W
America/Chicago
214m 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 64 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 16 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 129.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients