Omaha to Rochester, Minnesota: Road Trip Guide & Distance

259.8 miles 418.1 km · straight line
344.5 miles actual route 554.4 km · driving distance
6h 20min estimated drive time
$33 - $41 estimated fuel cost
~1h 1min flight time
42° NE bearing direction

How far is Omaha from Rochester, Minnesota?

The distance from Omaha to Rochester, Minnesota is 259.8 miles (418.1 km) as the crow flies. Rochester, Minnesota is located NE of Omaha. By car, the driving distance is approximately 344.5 miles, taking about 6h 20min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. Both are located in United States — Omaha in Nebraska 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

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

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 20min $33 - $41 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 1min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 36min $28–$52* Budget
Train ~6h 1min $41–$121* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Omaha & Rochester, Minnesota

Quick Facts

Omaha
41.26°N, 95.93°W
America/Chicago
332m 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 87 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 95.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM