What is the cheapest way to get from New York, NY to Rochester?

The cheapest way to get from New York, NY to Rochester is to bus which costs $28 - $100 and takes 8h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from New York, NY to Rochester?

The fastest way to get from New York, NY to Rochester is to subway and fly which takes 4h 7m and costs $140 - $600.

Is there a direct train between New York, NY and Rochester?

No, there is no direct train from New York, NY to Rochester. However, there are services departing from Grand St and arriving at Rochester via New York Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 6m.

How far is it from New York, NY to Rochester?

The distance between New York, NY and Rochester is 288 miles. The road distance is 336 miles.

How do I travel from New York, NY to Rochester without a car?

The best way to get from New York, NY to Rochester without a car is to train which takes 8h 6m and costs $50 - $120.

How long does it take to get from New York, NY to Rochester?

It takes approximately 4h 14m to get from New York, NY to Rochester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the New York, NY to Rochester train from?

New York, NY to Rochester train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from New York Penn Station.

Train or bus from New York, NY to Rochester?

The best way to get from New York, NY to Rochester is to train which takes 8h 6m and costs $50 - $120. Alternatively, you can bus via Port Authority Bus Terminal, which costs $60 - $150 and takes 8h 9m.

Where does the New York, NY to Rochester train arrive?

New York, NY to Rochester train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Rochester station.

Can I drive from New York, NY to Rochester?

Yes, the driving distance between New York, NY to Rochester is 336 miles. It takes approximately 5h 56m to drive from New York, NY to Rochester.

Where can I stay near Rochester?

There are 145+ hotels available in Rochester. Prices start at $44<span style='font-size: 9px;'> USD</span> per night.

New York, NY to Rochester - 7 ways to travel via train, subway, plane, and bus

There are 7 ways to get from New York, NY to Rochester by subway, plane, train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2rio's travel planner.

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Subway to New York JFK, fly4h 14m
1. Take the subway from Bowery to Sutphin Blvd-Archer Av-JFK Airport
2. Fly from New York JFK (JFK) to Rochester (ROC)JFK - ROC
$97–393

Cheapest option

Bus8h 31m
1. Take the bus from New York Midtown to Rochester Bus StopFlixBus 2685 / ...
$28–98

5 alternative options

Subway to New York La Guardia, fly4h 7m
1. Take the subway from East Broadway to Jackson Hts-Roosevelt Av
2. Fly from New York La Guardia (LGA) to Rochester (ROC)LGA - ROC
$144–561
Train to Newark, fly4h 14m
1. Take the train from New York Penn Station to Newark Airport Railroad Station
2. Fly from Newark (EWR) to Rochester (ROC)EWR - ROC
$105–429
Train8h 6m
1. Take the train from New York Penn Station to RochesterEmpire Service / ...
$51–113
Bus via Port Authority Bus Terminal8h 9m
1. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Rochester, Ny246 / ...
$61–143
Drive5h 56m
1. Drive from New York, NY to Rochester334.1 mi
$61–89

New York, NY to Rochester by foot, subway, and train

35Weekly Services

8h 6mAverage Duration

$51Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 285.9 mi
Duration: 4h 14m

What companies run services between New York, NY, USA and Rochester, NY, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from New York Penn Station to Rochester 4 times a day. Tickets cost $15–150 and the journey takes 6h 47m. VIA Rail also services this route once daily. Alternatively, Trailways operates a bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Rochester, Ny 3 times a day. Tickets cost $60–140 and the journey takes 6h 45m.

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