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

The cheapest way to get from Fargo to Rochester is to bus which costs $130 - $400 and takes 28h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Fargo to Rochester is to fly which takes 5h and costs $150 - $700.

Is there a direct bus between Fargo and Rochester?

No, there is no direct bus from Fargo to Rochester. However, there are services departing from Fargo and arriving at Rochester Bus Stop via Minneapolis Bus Station, Chicago Bus Station, Cleveland, OH and Buffalo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 28h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Fargo and Rochester?

No, there is no direct train from Fargo station to Rochester. However, there are services departing from Fargo Amtrak Station and arriving at Rochester via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 25h 46m.

How far is it from Fargo to Rochester?

The distance between Fargo and Rochester is 982 miles. The road distance is 1243 miles.

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

The best way to get from Fargo to Rochester without a car is to train which takes 25h 46m and costs $250 - $650.

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

It takes approximately 5h to get from Fargo to Rochester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Fargo to Rochester bus from?

Fargo to Rochester bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Fargo station.

Where do I catch the Fargo to Rochester train from?

Fargo to Rochester train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Fargo Amtrak Station.

Train, bus or fly from Fargo to Rochester?

The best way to get from Fargo to Rochester is to fly which takes 5h and costs $150 - $700. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $250 - $650 and takes 25h 46m, you could also bus, which costs $130 - $400 and takes 28h 30m.

Where does the Fargo to Rochester bus arrive?

Fargo to Rochester bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Minneapolis station.

What is the time difference between Fargo and Rochester?

Rochester is 1h ahead of Fargo. It is currently 10:30 AM in Fargo and 11:30 AM in Rochester.

Where does the Fargo to Rochester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Fargo to Rochester?

Yes, the driving distance between Fargo to Rochester is 1243 miles. It takes approximately 20h 36m to drive from Fargo to Rochester.

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

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Where can I stay near Rochester?

There are 162+ hotels available in Rochester.

Fargo to Rochester - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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

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Fly to Rochester
best
1. Fly from Hector International Airport (FAR) to Rochester (ROC)FAR - ROC
5h
$157–683
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Fargo to Minneapolis
2. Take the bus from Minneapolis Bus Station to Chicago Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Cleveland Bus Station
4. Take the bus from Cleveland, OH to Buffalo, NY
5. Take the bus from Buffalo to Rochester Bus Stop
28h 30m
$130–391
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Fargo Amtrak Station to Chicago Union StationEmpire Builder
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to RochesterLake Shore Limited
25h 46m
$259–648
Drive 1,235.8 mi
1. Drive from Fargo to Rochester1,235.8 mi
20h 36m
$226–326
Fly to Buffalo Niagara International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Hector International Airport (FAR) to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)FAR - BUF
2. Take the bus from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Rochester Bus Stop
6h 52m
$297–1,435

Fargo to Rochester by train (Amtrak)

14Weekly Trains

25h 46mAverage Duration

$259Cheapest Price

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Distance: 976.8 mi
Duration: 5h

What companies run services between Fargo, ND, USA and Rochester, NY, USA?

American Airlines, United Airlines, and Delta fly from Hector International Airport (FAR) to Rochester (ROC) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from Fargo Amtrak Station to Rochester via Chicago Union Station in around 25h 46m.

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