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

The cheapest way to get from Herkimer to Rochester is to drive which costs $27 - $40 and takes 2h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Herkimer to Rochester is to drive which takes 2h 35m and costs $27 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Herkimer and Rochester?

No, there is no direct bus from Herkimer to Rochester. However, there are services departing from Herkimer Empire Diner and arriving at Rochester Bus Stop via Utica and Syracuse Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 45m.

How far is it from Herkimer to Rochester?

The distance between Herkimer and Rochester is 149 miles. The road distance is 148.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Herkimer to Rochester without a car is to train which takes 3h 42m and costs $30 - $120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 42m to get from Herkimer to Rochester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Herkimer to Rochester bus from?

Herkimer to Rochester bus services, operated by Birnie Bus, depart from Herkimer Empire Diner station.

Train or bus from Herkimer to Rochester?

The best way to get from Herkimer to Rochester is to train which takes 3h 42m and costs $30 - $120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $30 - $70 and takes 5h 45m.

Where does the Herkimer to Rochester bus arrive?

Herkimer to Rochester bus services, operated by Birnie Bus, arrive at Utica Union Station.

Can I drive from Herkimer to Rochester?

Yes, the driving distance between Herkimer to Rochester is 149 miles. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from Herkimer to Rochester.

Where can I stay near Rochester?

There are 163+ hotels available in Rochester.

Herkimer to Rochester - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Herkimer to Rochester by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Utica Amtrak Station to RochesterMaple Leaf / ...
3h 42m
$33–119
Drive 147.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Herkimer to Rochester147.7 mi
2h 35m
$27–39
Bus
1. Take the bus from Herkimer Empire Diner to Utica Union Station
2. Take the bus from Utica to Syracuse254
3. Take the bus from Syracuse Bus Station to Rochester Bus Stop
5h 45m
$32–69

Herkimer to Rochester by bus and train

10Weekly Services

3h 42mAverage Duration

$33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 148.5 mi
Duration: 3h 42m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Utica Amtrak Station to Rochester 5 times a day. Tickets cost $25–75 and the journey takes 2h 23m. VIA Rail also services this route once daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Herkimer Empire Diner to Rochester Bus Stop via Utica and Syracuse Bus Station in around 5h 45m.

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