Rochester, Minnesota to Saint Joseph: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Rochester, Minnesota from Saint Joseph?

The distance from Rochester, Minnesota to Saint Joseph is 318.2 miles (512.1 km) as the crow flies. Saint Joseph is located SSW of Rochester, Minnesota. By car, the driving distance is approximately 381.8 miles, taking about 7h 41min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 8min. Both are located in United States — Rochester, Minnesota in Minnesota and Saint Joseph in Missouri.

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 Rochester, Minnesota and Saint Joseph. 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.