Rochester, Minnesota to Toronto: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Rochester, Minnesota from Toronto?

The distance from Rochester, Minnesota to Toronto is 652 miles (1049.3 km) as the crow flies. Toronto is located E of Rochester, Minnesota. By car, the driving distance is approximately 782.4 miles, taking about 15h 44min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 49min. Rochester, Minnesota is in Minnesota, United States, while Toronto is in Ontario, Canada.

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 East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements.

Coordinates come from public place data for Rochester, Minnesota and Toronto. 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.