Kitchener to Rochester, Minnesota: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Kitchener from Rochester, Minnesota?

The distance from Kitchener to Rochester, Minnesota is 598 miles (962.4 km) as the crow flies. Rochester, Minnesota is located W of Kitchener. By car, the driving distance is approximately 717.6 miles, taking about 14h 26min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 42min. Kitchener is in Ontario, Canada, while Rochester, Minnesota is in Minnesota, United States.

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. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements.

Coordinates come from public place data for Kitchener 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.