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

The cheapest way to get from Hempstead to Rochester is to bus via New York which costs $50 - $100 and takes 9h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hempstead to Rochester is to train and fly which takes 3h 24m and costs $85 - $460.

Is there a direct bus between Hempstead and Rochester?

No, there is no direct bus from Hempstead station to Rochester. However, there are services departing from Hempstead Bus Station and arriving at Rochester via New York. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Hempstead and Rochester?

No, there is no direct train from Hempstead to Rochester. However, there are services departing from Hempstead and arriving at Rochester via New York Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 51m.

How far is it from Hempstead to Rochester?

The distance between Hempstead and Rochester is 285 miles. The road distance is 338.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Hempstead to Rochester without a car is to train which takes 8h 51m and costs $100 - $280.

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

It takes approximately 3h 24m to get from Hempstead to Rochester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hempstead to Rochester bus from?

Hempstead to Rochester bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Hempstead Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Hempstead to Rochester train from?

Hempstead to Rochester train services, operated by VIA Rail, depart from New York Penn Station.

Train or bus from Hempstead to Rochester?

The best way to get from Hempstead to Rochester is to train which takes 8h 51m and costs $100 - $280. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $50 - $240 and takes 9h 10m.

Where does the Hempstead to Rochester bus arrive?

Hempstead to Rochester bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Port Authority Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Hempstead to Rochester train arrive?

Hempstead to Rochester train services, operated by VIA Rail, arrive at Rochester station.

Can I drive from Hempstead to Rochester?

Yes, the driving distance between Hempstead to Rochester is 339 miles. It takes approximately 6h 29m to drive from Hempstead to Rochester.

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

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Where can I stay near Rochester?

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Hempstead to Rochester - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 9 ways to get from Hempstead to Rochester by train, plane, bus (Greyhound), car, bus, or bus (Flixbus)

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Train to John F. Kennedy International Airport, fly to Rochester
best
1. Take the train from Hempstead to Jamaicatrain
2. Fly from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Rochester (ROC)plane JFK - ROC
3h 24m
$89–457
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Hempstead Bus Station to Port Authority Bus Terminalbus Greyhound US0250
2. Take the bus from New York to Rochesterbus Adt N816 / ...
9h 10m
$53–236
Train
1. Take the train from New York Penn Station to Rochestertrain VIA Rail
8h 51m
$103–275
Drive 336.6 mi
1. Drive from Hempstead to Rochestercar 336.6 mi
6h 29m
$62–89
Train to Laguardia Airport, fly to Rochester
1. Take the train from Hempstead to Jamaicatrain
2. Fly from Laguardia Airport (LGA) to Rochester (ROC)plane LGA - ROC
3h 44m
$98–581
Train to Newark Liberty International Airport, fly to Rochester
1. Take the train from Hempstead to New York Penn Stationtrain
2. Fly from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Rochester (ROC)plane EWR - ROC
4h
$343–1,362
Fly John F. Kennedy International Airport to Buffalo Niagara International Airport, bus
1. Fly from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)plane JFK - BUF
2. Take the bus from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Rochester Bus Stopbus
5h 15m
$103–584
Fly Laguardia Airport to Buffalo Niagara International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Laguardia Airport (LGA) to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)plane LGA - BUF
2. Take the bus from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Rochester Bus Stopbus
5h 47m
$117–728
Bus via New York (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from New York Midtown to Rochester Bus Stopbus FlixBus 2685 / ...
9h 17m
$53–100

Hempstead to Rochester by train

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Distance: 283 mi
Duration: 3h 24m

What companies run services between Hempstead, NY, USA and Rochester, NY, USA?

VIA Rail operates a train from New York Penn Station to Rochester once daily. Tickets cost $95–260 and the journey takes 6h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Hempstead Bus Station to Rochester via Port Authority Bus Terminal and New York in around 9h 10m.

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