Driving from Rochester to Fargo
Fargo lies 463 km (288 mi) north-west of Rochester, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 6 h 16 min without stops, over roughly 565 km (351 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Rochester | Fargo | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 112,225 | 118,523 |
| Elevation | 314 m (1,030 ft) | 279 m (915 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) |
| Postal codes | 55901–55906 | 58102–58126 |
Where to book car hire from Rochester to Fargo
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Staying in Fargo
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Common questions
How far is Fargo from Rochester?
463 km (288 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Rochester; by road roughly 565 km (351 mi).
How long does it take to get from Rochester to Fargo by car?
About 6 h 16 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Rochester and Fargo?
No, both are on America/Chicago at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- 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 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel 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.