Twin Cities to Rochester, MN
Mayo Clinic Rides: Private Car Service from Minneapolis–Saint Paul to Rochester, MN
Door-to-door rides between the Twin Cities, MSP Airport and Mayo Clinic in Rochester for patients, families and caregivers. A professional chauffeur, a comfortable sedan or SUV, and a price you see before you book.
- About 85 miles, 1.5 hours
- Pickup at home, hotel or MSP
- Room for luggage and mobility aids
Rides planned around your visit
A Mayo Clinic visit can mean early check-ins, long days and changing schedules. Limo MSP plans each ride around the appointment, not the other way around.
Appointments and testing days
A morning drop-off at the Gonda Building and a ride home when the last test is done.
Surgery and hospital stays
Rides to Saint Marys or Methodist Campus for admission, and a calm ride home after discharge.
Arrivals at MSP Airport
Flight-tracked pickup at Terminal 1 or Terminal 2 and a direct drive to Rochester, no rental car needed.
Family and caregivers
Bring a companion and the luggage for a longer stay; the chauffeur handles bags and mobility aids.
Hotel transfers
Pickups and drop-offs at Rochester hotels connected to the clinic by the downtown subway and skyways.
Return trips home
Book the ride back in advance, or call once you know when you will be released.
The trip at a glance
| Detail | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Distance | About 85 miles from downtown Minneapolis; about 80 miles from MSP Airport and Saint Paul |
| Drive time | Roughly 1 hour 30 minutes via US-52 south; longer at rush hour or in snow |
| Pickups | Any address in the Twin Cities metro, both MSP terminals, and Rochester hotels for the return |
| Drop-offs | Gonda and Mayo Buildings (200 First St. SW), Methodist Campus, Saint Marys Campus (1216 Second St. SW) or your hotel |
| Vehicles | Executive sedan for up to 3 passengers; luxury SUV for up to 6 or extra luggage |
| Booking | Instant online price, 25% deposit, balance due on the day of service |
How a Mayo Clinic ride works
- Get a price. The online calculator opens with Mayo Clinic filled in as the drop-off. Add your pickup address, date and time.
- Reserve. Pay a 25% deposit through Stripe; a confirmation email follows.
- Share the details. Your check-in time, the building or campus, any mobility needs and, for airport pickups, your flight number.
- Ride. The chauffeur arrives early, loads luggage and mobility aids, and drops you at the entrance you need.
- Plan the return. Book the ride home in advance, or call as soon as you know your release time and we confirm the earliest available pickup.
Comfort for patients and families
- Door-to-door: no parking ramps, shuttles or rental cars. The chauffeur pulls up at the entrance.
- Space to rest: a quiet, climate-controlled sedan or SUV for the drive home after a long day of tests or treatment.
- Help with bags: the chauffeur loads luggage, folding wheelchairs and walkers.
- Winter-ready: departures are planned with time for Minnesota weather on US-52.
- Licensed operation: limousine service in Minnesota operates under a MnDOT limousine permit.
Limo MSP is a private car service, not an ambulance or non-emergency medical transport. Passengers need to be able to get into a standard sedan or SUV, with help from a companion if needed. For medical emergencies, call 911.
Related services
Flying into MSP first? See Minneapolis airport car service and the MSP Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 pickup guide. Need a chauffeur for the whole day? Book hourly car service. Rides start anywhere in the Twin Cities service area.
Mayo Clinic ride questions
How long is the ride from Minneapolis to Mayo Clinic in Rochester?
About 85 miles from downtown Minneapolis, or roughly 1 hour 30 minutes on US-52 in normal traffic. Allow extra time for rush hour and winter weather; your chauffeur plans the departure around your check-in time.
Can you pick me up at MSP Airport and drive me to Mayo Clinic?
Yes. Choose the MSP terminal you land at, add your flight number, and the chauffeur tracks the flight and meets you for the drive straight to Rochester, your hotel or the clinic entrance.
Will the chauffeur wait during my appointment?
Yes, if you book by the hour. For long or multi-day visits it is usually less expensive to book a one-way ride down and a separate return ride once you know when you will be finished.
Can you carry a wheelchair or walker?
Folding wheelchairs, walkers and canes travel in the trunk, and the chauffeur helps with luggage. Limo MSP is not a medical transport service: there are no wheelchair-lift vans or stretchers, and passengers need to be able to get in and out of a standard sedan or SUV.
Which Mayo Clinic entrances do you drop off at?
Any of them: the Gonda Building and Mayo Building at 200 First St. SW, Mayo Clinic Hospital, Methodist Campus downtown, Mayo Clinic Hospital, Saint Marys Campus at 1216 Second St. SW, or your Rochester hotel.
Can a family member or caregiver ride along?
Yes. Companions ride at no extra charge up to the seating capacity of the vehicle: 3 passengers in a sedan or 6 in an SUV.
How much does a ride to Mayo Clinic cost?
Enter your pickup address and date in the online calculator for an exact price; one-way trips up to 150 miles are priced instantly. A 25% deposit reserves the ride and the balance is due on the day of service. Round trips with waiting time are quoted by phone.
Is Limo MSP affiliated with Mayo Clinic?
No. Limo MSP is an independent transportation company. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by or operated by Mayo Clinic.
Book your ride to Mayo Clinic
See your price in seconds and reserve with a 25% deposit, or call to plan a round trip or a multi-day stay.
Limo MSP is an independent transportation company and is not affiliated with, endorsed by or operated by Mayo Clinic. Mayo Clinic is a trademark of Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research.