Marshalltown to Rochester, Minnesota: Road Trip Guide & Distance

138.1 miles 222.2 km · straight line
172.6 miles estimated 277.8 km · driving distance
3h 28min estimated drive time
$17 - $20 estimated fuel cost
~47min flight time
N bearing direction

How far is Marshalltown from Rochester, Minnesota?

The distance from Marshalltown to Rochester, Minnesota is 138.1 miles (222.2 km) as the crow flies. Rochester, Minnesota is located N of Marshalltown. By car, the driving distance is approximately 172.6 miles, taking about 3h 28min. A direct flight would take roughly 47min. Both are located in United States — Marshalltown in Iowa 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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Marshalltown 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 Marshalltown to Rochester, Minnesota

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 28min $17 - $20 Flexible stops
Fly ~47min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 10min $14–$26* Budget
Train ~3h 18min $21–$60* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Marshalltown & Rochester, Minnesota

Quick Facts

Marshalltown
42.05°N, 92.91°W
America/Chicago
287m 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 46 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 180.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients