Lincoln, Nebraska to Rochester, Minnesota: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Lincoln, Nebraska from Rochester, Minnesota?

The distance from Lincoln, Nebraska to Rochester, Minnesota is 309.3 miles (497.8 km) as the crow flies. Rochester, Minnesota is located NE of Lincoln, Nebraska. By car, the driving distance is approximately 386.7 miles, taking about 7h 47min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 7min. Both are located in United States — Lincoln, Nebraska in Nebraska 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Lincoln, Nebraska 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.