Rochester, Minnesota to Waterloo, Iowa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Rochester, Minnesota from Waterloo, Iowa?

The distance from Rochester, Minnesota to Waterloo, Iowa is 105.8 miles (170.3 km) as the crow flies. Waterloo, Iowa is located S of Rochester, Minnesota. By car, the driving distance is approximately 132.3 miles, taking about 2h 40min. A direct flight would take roughly 43min. Both are located in United States — Rochester, Minnesota in Minnesota and Waterloo, Iowa in Iowa.

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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

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