Distance from Kansas City to Rochester by Car and Plane
The flight distance from Kansas City (MO) to Rochester (MN) is 355 miles or 572 kilometers or 309 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Kansas City to Rochester is 400 miles (644 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 45 miles or 72 km.
Flight distance from Kansas City, MO to Rochester, MN in miles and km?
The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Kansas City and Rochester is 355 miles or 572 km.The nearest airport to Kansas City, is Kansas City International Airport (MCI) and the nearest airport to Rochester, is Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport / Wold-Chamberlain Field (MSP).
What is the average flight time from Kansas City to Rochester?
Flight time from Kansas City, MO to Rochester, MN is 0 hours 49 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.
Kansas City to Rochester Flight Route Map
Map Showing the Distance Between Kansas City, MO and Rochester, MNThis map shows the distance from Kansas City, MO, Usa to Rochester, MN, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Kansas City, Missouri to Rochester, Minnesota is displayed below.
Driving distance from Kansas City, MO to Rochester, MN
The driving distance from Kansas City, Missouri to Rochester, Minnesota is 400 miles or 644 km.
The total driving distance from Kansas City, MO to Rochester, MN is 400 miles or 644 kilometers. Your trip begins in Kansas City, Missouri. It ends in Rochester, Minnesota.
The driving distance from Kansas City, Missouri to Rochester, Minnesota is approximately 400 miles (644 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 7 to 8 hours under normal conditions.
Driving time from Kansas City, MO to Rochester, MN
How long is the drive from Kansas City, MO to Rochester, MN?The total driving time is 7 hours, 23 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Kansas City to Rochester take?
Kansas City and Rochester are 7 hours 23 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.
Attention! According to the recommendations of experts, you should stop and take a break every 2 hours on average, take a fresh air and walk a little to protect your alertness and health during long trips by car. In addition, you can drink some coffee to prevent you from sleeping. People who drive constantly without taking a break lose their focus and can eventually cause accidents. Also, please drive carefully and follow the speed rules.
Time Difference between Kansas City and Rochester
Time difference between Kansas City (MO) and Rochester (MN) is 1 Hours.
Rochester time is 1 Hours behind Kansas City.
| Current local time in Kansas City | Current local time in Rochester |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-21, 16:00:22 EST | 2025-12-21, 15:00:22 CST |
How Far is it Between Kansas City Missouri, USA and Rochester Minnesota, USA?
You can compare air and road distance between Kansas City, MO and Rochester, MN in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.
| Distance type | Miles | Kilometers | Nautical miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Driving distance | 400 mi | 644 km | 347.36 nmi |
| Straight line distance | 355 mi | 572 km | 309 nmi |
| Difference | 45 mi | 72 km | 38 nmi |
Kansas City Details
Kansas City is located in Missouri, USA.
| GPS Coordinates | Latitude: N 39° 7' 30.6'' Longitude: W 94° 33' 1.1'' |
|---|---|
| Latitude | 39.12516 |
| Longitude | -94.55031 |
| State | Missouri |
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Rochester Details
Rochester is located in Minnesota, USA.
| GPS Coordinates | Latitude: N 44° 1' 17.9'' Longitude: W 92° 28' 11.6'' |
|---|---|
| Latitude | 44.02163 |
| Longitude | -92.4699 |
| State | Minnesota |
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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Kansas City, MO and Rochester, MN
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48 km/h) | 13 hours 25 minutes |
| 40 mph (64 km/h) | 10 hours 3 minutes |
| 45 mph (72 km/h) | 8 hours 56 minutes |
| 50 mph (80 km/h) | 8 hours 3 minutes |
| 55 mph (88 km/h) | 7 hours 19 minutes |
| 60 mph (96 km/h) | 6 hours 42 minutes |
| 65 mph (104 km/h) | 6 hours 11 minutes |
| 70 mph (112 km/h) | 5 hours 45 minutes |
| 75 mph (120 km/h) | 5 hours 22 minutes |
| 80 mph (128 km/h) | 5 hours 1 minutes |
| 85 mph (136 km/h) | 4 hours 44 minutes |