Indianapolis to Rochester, Minnesota: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Indianapolis from Rochester, Minnesota?

The distance from Indianapolis to Rochester, Minnesota is 437.6 miles (704.3 km) as the crow flies. Rochester, Minnesota is located NW of Indianapolis. By car, the driving distance is approximately 532.1 miles, taking about 10h 0min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 23min. Both are located in United States — Indianapolis in Indiana 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 Indianapolis 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.