Distance from San Jose to Rochester by Car and Plane

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The flight distance from San Jose (CA) to Rochester (MN) is 1600 miles or 2575 kilometers or 1390 nautical miles.
Driving distance from San Jose to Rochester is 2010 miles (3235 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 410 miles or 660 km.

San Jose to Rochester Flight Route Map

Map Showing the Distance Between San Jose, CA and Rochester, MN
This map shows the distance from San Jose, CA, Usa to Rochester, MN, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from San Jose, California to Rochester, Minnesota is displayed below.

Driving distance from San Jose, CA to Rochester, MN

The driving distance from San Jose, California to Rochester, Minnesota is 2010 miles or 3235 km.
The total driving distance from San Jose, CA to Rochester, MN is 2010 miles or 3235 kilometers. Your trip begins in San Jose, California. It ends in Rochester, Minnesota.
The driving distance from San Jose, California to Rochester, Minnesota is approximately 2010 miles (3235 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 34 to 35 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from San Jose, CA to Rochester, MN

How long is the drive from San Jose, CA to Rochester, MN?
The total driving time is 34 hours, 32 minutes.
How long does a car ride from San Jose to Rochester take?
San Jose and Rochester are 34 hours 32 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.

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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 San Jose and Rochester

Time difference between San Jose (CA) and Rochester (MN) is 2 Hours.
Rochester time is 2 Hours ahead of San Jose.

Current local time in San Jose	Current local time in Rochester
2025-12-19, 19:15:10 PST	2025-12-19, 21:15:10 CST

How Far is it Between San Jose California, USA and Rochester Minnesota, USA?

You can compare air and road distance between San Jose, CA and Rochester, MN in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.

Distance type	Miles	Kilometers	Nautical miles
Driving distance	2010 mi	3235 km	1745.48 nmi
Straight line distance	1600 mi	2575 km	1390 nmi
Difference	410 mi	660 km	355 nmi

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