Grand Rapids to Rochester, Minnesota: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Grand Rapids from Rochester, Minnesota?

The distance from Grand Rapids to Rochester, Minnesota is 348.6 miles (561 km) as the crow flies. Rochester, Minnesota is located WNW of Grand Rapids. By car, the driving distance is approximately 418.3 miles, taking about 8h 25min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 12min. Both are located in United States — Grand Rapids in Michigan and Rochester, Minnesota in Minnesota.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Grand Rapids 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.