Oak Forest to Rochester, Minnesota: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Oak Forest from Rochester, Minnesota?

The distance from Oak Forest to Rochester, Minnesota is 292 miles (469.9 km) as the crow flies. Rochester, Minnesota is located NW of Oak Forest. By car, the driving distance is approximately 365 miles, taking about 7h 21min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 5min. Both are located in United States — Oak Forest in Illinois 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. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Oak Forest 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.