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16 h 52 min
1622 km.
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Eight ways to Travel from Rochester to Minneapolis

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Cheapest
By car (1 622 km)
16 h 52 min
1622 km.
from $89
Fastest
Plane from Rochester (Buffalo Niagara International Airport)
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Other
Rideshare
16 h 52 min
1622 km.
from $21.16
Bus
24 h 30 min
1264 km.
from $351.22
Train
20 h 56 min
1264 km.
from $276.24
Bus, Plane
6 h 7 min
1263 km.
from $208.83
Train, Plane
6 h 53 min
1263 km.
from $279.78
Train, Bus
23 h 13 min
1263 km.
from $300.52

Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Rochester to Minneapolis–Saint
Ave. Duration:
6h 12m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$119.57–$543.48
Plane from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Minneapolis–Saint
Ave. Duration:
5h 2m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$173.91–$652.17
Plane from Syracuse Hancock International Airport to Minneapolis–Saint
Ave. Duration:
4h 56m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$228.26–$815.22

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Rochester to Minneapolis–Saint
Ave. Duration:
5h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$119.57–$304.35
Plane from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Minneapolis–Saint
Ave. Duration:
2h 17m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$119.57–$326.09
Plane from Syracuse Hancock International Airport to Minneapolis–Saint
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$119.57–$304.35

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Rochester to Minneapolis–Saint
Ave. Duration:
5h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$163.04–$543.48
Plane from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Minneapolis–Saint
Ave. Duration:
4h 42m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$173.91–$597.83
Plane from Syracuse Hancock International Airport to Minneapolis–Saint
Ave. Duration:
5h 17m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$228.26–$652.17

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Rochester to Minneapolis–Saint
Ave. Duration:
6h 47m
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$141.30–$434.78

Sun Country Airlines

Website:
suncountry.com/
Plane from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Minneapolis–Saint
Ave. Duration:
2h 19m
Frequency:
Thursday
Estimated price:
$97.83–$293.48
Plane from Syracuse Hancock International Airport to Minneapolis–Saint
Ave. Duration:
2h 32m
Frequency:
Thursday and Sunday
Estimated price:
$97.83–$293.48

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Rochester to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
11h 43m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$54.35–$195.65
Train from Chicago Union Station to St.
Ave. Duration:
7h 24m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$42.39–$152.17
Train from Rochester to Syracuse
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$10.87–$76.09

VIA Rail

Phone:
+1 888 842-7245
Website:
viarail.ca/en
Train from Rochester to Syracuse
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$17.39–$81.52

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Email:
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Rochester Bus Stop to Buffalo
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$5.11–$70.65
Bus from Buffalo to Cleveland
Ave. Duration:
3h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$13.04–$119.57
Bus from Cleveland Bus Station to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
7h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$25.00–$173.91
Bus from Chicago Bus Station to Minneapolis
Ave. Duration:
9h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$29.35–$195.65

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Rochester Bus Stop to Buffalo
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$8.70–$41.30
Bus from Buffalo to Cleveland
Ave. Duration:
3h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$17.39–$65.22
Bus from Chicago Bus Station to Minneapolis
Ave. Duration:
9h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$35.87–$119.57

Jefferson Lines

Phone:
+1-858-800-8898
Email:
Website:
jeffersonlines.com/
Bus from Madison to UMN
Ave. Duration:
5h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$48.91–$119.57

Barons Bus

Phone:
+1 888-378-3823
Email:
Website:
baronsbus.com/
Bus from Cleveland Bus Station to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
7h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$34.78–$81.52

Trailways

Phone:
+1 800-858-8555
Website:
trailways.com
Bus from Rochester, Ny to Buffalo,
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$19.57–$44.57

Vangalder Bus

Phone:
+1 608-752-5407
Email:
Website:
coachusa.com/van-galder-bus-company
Bus from W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St to 250
Ave. Duration:
3h 35m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$19.57–$39.13

Badger Bus

Phone:
+1 414-266-4409
Email:
Website:
badgerbus.com
Bus from Madison to UMN
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$59.78–$81.52

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Rochester to Minneapolis?

The cheapest way to get from Rochester to Minneapolis is to train which costs $97.83 - $347.83 and takes 20h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rochester to Minneapolis?

The fastest way to get from Rochester to Minneapolis is to bus and fly which takes 6h 7m and costs $119.57 - $445.65 .

Is there a direct bus between Rochester and Minneapolis?

No, there is no direct bus from Rochester to Minneapolis station. However, there are services departing from Rochester Bus Stop and arriving at Minneapolis Bus Station via Buffalo, Cleveland Bus Station and Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 24h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Rochester and Minneapolis?

No, there is no direct train from Rochester to Minneapolis station. However, there are services departing from Rochester and arriving at Government Plaza Station via Chicago Union Station and Union Depot Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 56m.

How far is it from Rochester to Minneapolis?

The distance between Rochester and Minneapolis is 1277 km. The road distance is 1622.3 km.

How do I travel from Rochester to Minneapolis without a car?

The best way to get from Rochester to Minneapolis without a car is to train which takes 20h 56m and costs $97.83 - $347.83 .

How long does it take to get from Rochester to Minneapolis?

It takes approximately 6h 44m to get from Rochester to Minneapolis, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rochester to Minneapolis bus from?

Rochester to Minneapolis bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Rochester Bus Stop station.

Where do I catch the Rochester to Minneapolis train from?

Rochester to Minneapolis train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Rochester station.

Train, bus or fly from Rochester to Minneapolis?

The best way to get from Rochester to Minneapolis is to fly which takes 6h 44m and costs $119.57 - $315.22 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $97.83 - $347.83 and takes 20h 56m, you could also bus, which costs $70.65 - $597.83 and takes 24h 30m.

Where does the Rochester to Minneapolis bus arrive?

Rochester to Minneapolis bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Buffalo station.

What is the time difference between Rochester and Minneapolis?

Minneapolis is 1h behind Rochester. It is currently 00:27 in Rochester and 23:27 in Minneapolis.

Where does the Rochester to Minneapolis train arrive?

Rochester to Minneapolis train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Rochester to Minneapolis?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochester to Minneapolis is 1622 km. It takes approximately 16h 52m to drive from Rochester to Minneapolis.

How do I get a bus ticket from Rochester to Minneapolis?

Book your Rochester to Minneapolis bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Minneapolis?

There are 514+ hotels available in Minneapolis. Prices start at $45.02 per night.
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