E85 Gas Stations in Rochester, MN
With 8 public E85 pumps, Rochester sits in the middle of Minnesota's station count distribution. Kwik Trip is your most reliable source, and US-52, US-14, I-90 puts most stations within a few miles of each other. Minnesota leads the Midwest in E85 stations per capita and requires state-fleet FFVs to use E85 whenever it's reasonably available.
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Finding E85 in Rochester
Rochester's economy is anchored by Mayo Clinic, and US-52 is the primary north–south E85 artery for the metro. Kwik Trip (including #382 at 4120 Highway 52 N), Casey's, and Holiday operate E85 pumps; E15 is also widely available across Rochester retailers. I-90 runs about 15 miles south of the city.
Key highway access: US-52, US-14, I-90
E85 Stations in Rochester, Minnesota
13 verified public E85 stations. Call ahead or use the map above for live status.
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Casey's
1907 7th St NW, Rochester, Minnesota, 55901
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Circle K
3225 40th Ave NW, Rochester, Minnesota, 55901
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Circle K
1851 Assisi Dr NW, Rochester, Minnesota, 55901
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Hy-Vee
4293 W Circle Dr, Rochester, Minnesota, 55901
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Hy-Vee #2
3650 3rd Ave NW, Rochester, Minnesota, 55901
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Jeff's Highway 52 Little Store
5395 Highway 52 S, Rochester, Minnesota, 55904
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Jeff's Little Store - Minnoco
3335 Marion Rd SE, Rochester, Minnesota, 55904
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Kwik Trip #279
6413 Bandel Rd NW, Rochester, Minnesota, 55901
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Kwik Trip #335
2170 Wheelock Dr NE, Rochester, Minnesota, 55906
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Kwik Trip #382
4120 Highway 52 N, Rochester, Minnesota, 55901
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Kwik Trip #438
2109 2nd St SW, Rochester, Minnesota, 55902
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Kwik Trip #590
3520 Sarah Pl NW, Rochester, Minnesota, 55901
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Kwik Trip #672
1933 Broadway Ave S, Rochester, Minnesota, 55904
What E85 Costs in Rochester
The DOE Alternative Fuel Price Report for October 2025 pegs Midwest E85 at $2.49/gal versus $2.86/gal for regular gasoline — about a 13% per-gallon discount. Remember to adjust for E85's roughly 25–27% lower fuel economy when calculating true cost per mile. For live pricing, check the station locator above or open your retailer's mobile app.
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E85 in Minnesota: Frequently Asked Questions
Why does Minnesota have so many E85 stations?
Minnesota enacted the nation's first state ethanol mandate in 1997 and has followed up with a continuous string of infrastructure grants and state-fleet use requirements. The state currently has about 450 public E85 stations — second only to California — supported by 19+ ethanol plants producing roughly 1.3 billion gallons per year. The regional brand Kwik Trip and the Minnesota-specific Minnoco banner are especially prominent on the pump.
Does Minnesota require state vehicles to use E85?
Yes. Executive Orders 04-10 (2004) and 06-03 (2006) require state employees operating flex-fuel vehicles to use E85 whenever it is reasonably available, and state agencies must develop infrastructure to support E85 and biodiesel. This fleet demand helps sustain Minnesota's dense E85 station network.
Are there grants for adding E85 pumps in Minnesota?
Yes. The Minnesota Department of Agriculture's AGRI Biofuels Infrastructure Grant provides up to $199,000 per retailer to install or upgrade equipment dispensing E15 through E85, with a 35% cost share and eligibility limited to operators of 20 or fewer retail dispensing stations. Federal support via the Section 30C tax credit is also available for property placed in service by June 30, 2026.
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