Markham to Rochester, Minnesota: Road Trip Guide & Distance

656.2 miles 1056.1 km · straight line
787.5 miles estimated 1267.3 km · driving distance
15h 50min estimated drive time
CAD 128 - CAD 157 estimated fuel cost
~1h 49min flight time
276° W bearing direction

How far is Markham from Rochester, Minnesota?

The distance from Markham to Rochester, Minnesota is 656.2 miles (1056.1 km) as the crow flies. Rochester, Minnesota is located W of Markham. By car, the driving distance is approximately 787.5 miles, taking about 15h 50min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 49min. Markham 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 Markham 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.

How to Get from Markham to Rochester, Minnesota

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 15h 50min CAD 128 - CAD 157 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 49min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~19h 0min $63–$118* Budget
Train ~20h 35min $95–$276* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Markham & Rochester, Minnesota

Quick Facts

Markham
43.87°N, 79.27°W
America/Toronto
168m elevation
Rochester, Minnesota
44.02°N, 92.47°W
America/Chicago
312m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 219 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 55 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 37.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients