What is the cheapest way to get from Champaign to Rochester?

The cheapest way to get from Champaign to Rochester is to drive which costs $110 - $160 and takes 11h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Champaign to Rochester?

The fastest way to get from Champaign to Rochester is to fly which takes 7h 11m and costs $100 - $440.

Is there a direct bus between Champaign and Rochester?

No, there is no direct bus from Champaign to Rochester. However, there are services departing from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr and arriving at Rochester Bus Stop via Indianapolis, Toledo Bus Stop and Cleveland Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Champaign and Rochester?

No, there is no direct train from Champaign to Rochester. However, there are services departing from Champaign-Urbana and arriving at Rochester via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 6m.

How far is it from Champaign to Rochester?

The distance between Champaign and Rochester is 601 miles. The road distance is 668.9 miles.

How do I travel from Champaign to Rochester without a car?

The best way to get from Champaign to Rochester without a car is to train which takes 15h 6m and costs $390 - $650.

How long does it take to get from Champaign to Rochester?

It takes approximately 7h 11m to get from Champaign to Rochester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Champaign to Rochester bus from?

Champaign to Rochester bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr station.

Where do I catch the Champaign to Rochester train from?

Champaign to Rochester train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Champaign-Urbana station.

Train, bus or fly from Champaign to Rochester?

The best way to get from Champaign to Rochester is to fly which takes 7h 11m and costs $100 - $440. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $390 - $650 and takes 15h 6m, you could also bus, which costs $100 - $200 and takes 15h 50m.

Where does the Champaign to Rochester bus arrive?

Champaign to Rochester bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Indianapolis Union Station.

What is the time difference between Champaign and Rochester?

Rochester is 1h ahead of Champaign. It is currently 10:10 PM in Champaign and 11:10 PM in Rochester.

Where does the Champaign to Rochester train arrive?

Champaign to Rochester train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Champaign to Rochester?

Yes, the driving distance between Champaign to Rochester is 669 miles. It takes approximately 11h 54m to drive from Champaign to Rochester.

How do I get a train ticket from Champaign to Rochester?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Champaign to Rochester?

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Where can I stay near Rochester?

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There are 5 ways to get from Champaign to Rochester by plane, train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

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Fly from University Of Illinois Willard Airport
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1. Fly from University Of Illinois Willard Airport (CMI) to Rochester (ROC)plane CMI - ROC
7h 11m
$103–431
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Champaign-Urbana to Chicago Union Stationtrain Saluki / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Rochestertrain Lake Shore Limited
15h 6m
$391–608
Bus
1. Take the bus from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr to Indianapolis Union Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis to Toledobus
3. Take the bus from Toledo Bus Stop to Cleveland Bus Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Cleveland Bus Station to Rochester Bus Stopbus
15h 50m
$104–198
Drive 665 mi
1. Drive from Champaign to Rochestercar 665 mi
11h 54m
$110–159
Bus to Decatur Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr to Decatur Downtown Transportation Centerbus
2. Fly from Decatur Airport (DEC) to Rochester (ROC)plane DEC - ROC
8h 38m
$107–438

Champaign to Rochester by train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 597.4 mi
Duration: 7h 11m

What companies run services between Champaign, IL, USA and Rochester, NY, USA?

American Airlines flies from University Of Illinois Willard Airport (CMI) to Rochester (ROC) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from Champaign-Urbana to Rochester via Chicago Union Station in around 15h 6m.

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