Distance from Ward, Iowa to Rochester, Illinois
The driving distance from Ward, Iowa to Rochester, Illinois is 275 mi (442.5 km)
The straight-line (air) distance is approximately 122.7 mi (197.4 km)
Estimated travel time by road is 4 hours 18 minutes
We found 3 routes between Ward and Rochester.
Available Routes
Route Directions
Take 188th Trl to US-34 E
Follow US-34 E, Ave of the Saints and I-72 E to IL-29 E in Sangamon County. Take exit 96A from I-72 E
Follow IL-29 E to E Main St in Rochester
Route Directions
Take 188th Trl to US-34 E
Continue on US-34 E. Take I-74, I-155 S and I-55 S to IL-29 E in Springfield. Take exit 96A from I-55 S
Follow IL-29 E to E Main St in Rochester
Route Directions
Take 188th Trl to US-34 E
Follow US-34 E to State Hwy 522/State Rte 522 in Gladstone Township
Continue on State Hwy 522/State Rte 522. Take 700 N, County Hwy 9/400 N and 40th Ave to US-67 S/Chicago - Kansas City Expy in Point Pleasant Township
Continue on US-67 S/Chicago - Kansas City Expy to Beardstown
Continue on IL-125 E. Take IL-97 S to E Main St in Rochester
Journey Details
Traveling from Ward, Iowa to Rochester, Illinois covers 245.3 miles (395 km) in a east direction. This mixed highways and local roads, long-distance route typically takes 4 hours 26 minutes under normal conditions.
Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (245-278 miles / 395-447 km). The primary route shown here saves no time compared to alternatives.
The route features scenic views. During night weekday travel, expect minimal traffic congestion with average speeds around 54 mph (87 km/h) .
Journey Waypoints
Ward
Starting Point
Rochester
Destination