Milwaukee to Rochester by bus
Rochester lies 384 km (238 mi) west of Milwaukee, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 7 h 8 min including stops, over roughly 468 km (291 mi) of road.
| Milwaukee | Rochester | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 563,531 | 112,225 |
| Elevation | 203 m (666 ft) | 314 m (1,030 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) |
| Postal codes | 53201–53295 | 55901–55906 |
Where to book buses from Milwaukee to Rochester
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Staying in Rochester
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Common questions
How far is Rochester from Milwaukee?
384 km (238 mi) in a straight line, west of Milwaukee; by road roughly 468 km (291 mi).
How long does it take to get from Milwaukee to Rochester by bus?
About 7 h 8 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Milwaukee and Rochester?
No, both are on America/Chicago at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.