Memphis to Rochester, Minnesota: Road Trip Guide & Distance

626.3 miles 1008 km · straight line
718.9 miles actual route 1156.9 km · driving distance
13h 56min estimated drive time
$69 - $85 estimated fuel cost
~1h 46min flight time
349° N bearing direction

How far is Memphis from Rochester, Minnesota?

The distance from Memphis to Rochester, Minnesota is 626.3 miles (1008 km) as the crow flies. Rochester, Minnesota is located N of Memphis. By car, the driving distance is approximately 718.9 miles, taking about 13h 56min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 46min. Both are located in United States — Memphis in Tennessee and Rochester, Minnesota in Minnesota.

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. Heading North for this distance usually means noticeable weather changes. Make sure to check the forecast for your destination before hitting the road.

Coordinates come from public place data for Memphis 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.

How to Get from Memphis to Rochester, Minnesota

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 56min $69 - $85 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 46min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~16h 43min $58–$108* Budget
Train ~18h 7min $86–$252* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Memphis & Rochester, Minnesota

Quick Facts

Memphis
35.15°N, 90.05°W
America/Chicago
102m 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 209 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 52 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 39.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM