Traveling By Car, Bus or Train

By Car

Rochester is located 10 miles north of Interstate 90 and about 50 miles east of Interstate 35. U.S. Highway 52, a four-lane highway, connects Rochester to the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul, Minnesota, which are approximately 90 miles to the northwest. U.S. Highways 14 and 63 also intersect the city.

Driving directions
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By Bus

Jefferson Bus Lines serves the city of Rochester with connecting service from cities and towns throughout the United States.

Assistance for people with disabilities is not available. A "Helping Hand" program, however, is offered by most bus lines. The program allows a passenger accompanying a person with a disability to travel free. Contact your travel agent or your local bus company for complete information.

Jefferson Lines: 507-289-4037 or 1-800-486-9307 (toll free)

By Train

Amtrak's daily passenger service between Chicago and Minneapolis/St. Paul includes a scheduled stop in Winona, Minnesota, which is located 43 miles east of Rochester.

Ground transportation from Winona to Rochester is available via taxi, limousine and bus Specialty Tours.

Phone toll free 1-800-872-7245 for transportation information or the Winona Amtrak Station at 507-452-8612. The station is open seven days a week from 8 to 11 a.m. and 7 to 10 p.m.