Moorhead to Rock Springs: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Moorhead from Rock Springs?

The distance from Moorhead to Rock Springs is 714.5 miles (1149.9 km) as the crow flies. Rock Springs is located WSW of Moorhead. By car, the driving distance is approximately 857.4 miles, taking about 17h 15min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 56min. Both are located in United States — Moorhead in Minnesota and Rock Springs in Wyoming.

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. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Moorhead and Rock Springs. 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.