Highland Park to Rochester, Minnesota: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Highland Park from Rochester, Minnesota?

The distance from Highland Park to Rochester, Minnesota is 267.6 miles (430.7 km) as the crow flies. Rochester, Minnesota is located WNW of Highland Park. By car, the driving distance is approximately 334.5 miles, taking about 6h 44min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 2min. Both are located in United States — Highland Park in Illinois 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Highland Park 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.