What is the cheapest way to get from Albany - Rensselaer to Rochester?

The cheapest way to get from Albany - Rensselaer to Rochester is to train which costs $35 - $95 and takes 4h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Albany - Rensselaer to Rochester?

The fastest way to get from Albany - Rensselaer to Rochester is to drive which takes 3h 59m and costs $40 - $60.

Is there a direct train between Albany - Rensselaer and Rochester?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station station and arriving at Rochester. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 3m.

How far is it from Albany - Rensselaer to Rochester?

The distance between Albany - Rensselaer and Rochester is 230 miles. The road distance is 228.6 miles.

How do I travel from Albany - Rensselaer to Rochester without a car?

The best way to get from Albany - Rensselaer to Rochester without a car is to train which takes 4h 3m and costs $35 - $95.

How long does it take to get from Albany - Rensselaer to Rochester?

The train from Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station to Rochester takes 4h 3m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Albany - Rensselaer to Rochester train from?

Albany - Rensselaer to Rochester train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station.

Where does the Albany - Rensselaer to Rochester train arrive?

Albany - Rensselaer to Rochester train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Rochester station.

Can I drive from Albany - Rensselaer to Rochester?

Yes, the driving distance between Albany - Rensselaer to Rochester is 229 miles. It takes approximately 3h 59m to drive from Albany - Rensselaer to Rochester.

How do I get a train ticket from Albany - Rensselaer to Rochester?

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Albany - Rensselaer to Rochester - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Albany - Rensselaer to Rochester by train (Amtrak), car, train, or plane

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best
1. Take the train from Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station to Rochestertrain Maple Leaf / ...
4h 3m
$35–95
Drive 227.3 mi
1. Drive from Albany - Rensselaer to Rochestercar 227.3 mi
3h 59m
$42–60
Train to John F. Kennedy International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Stationtrain
2. Fly from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Rochester (ROC)plane JFK - ROC
5h 44m
$116–491
Train, train to Laguardia Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station to Croton-Harmon Amtrak Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Croton-Harmon to 125th Street - Harlemtrain
3. Fly from Laguardia Airport (LGA) to Rochester (ROC)plane LGA - ROC
5h 59m
$309–776

Albany - Rensselaer to Rochester by train

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Distance: 228.6 mi
Duration: 4h 3m

What companies run services between Albany - Rensselaer, NY, USA and Rochester, NY, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station to Rochester 5 times a day. Tickets cost $60–140 and the journey takes 4h 3m. VIA Rail also services this route once daily.

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