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

The cheapest way to get from Metuchen to Rochester is to drive which costs $55 - $80 and takes 6h.

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

The fastest way to get from Metuchen to Rochester is to train and fly which takes 3h 10m and costs $190 - $600.

Is there a direct train between Metuchen and Rochester?

No, there is no direct train from Metuchen to Rochester. However, there are services departing from Metuchen and arriving at Rochester via New York Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 56m.

How far is it from Metuchen to Rochester?

The distance between Metuchen and Rochester is 268 miles. The road distance is 305.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Metuchen to Rochester without a car is to bus which takes 7h 29m and costs $45 - $220.

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

It takes approximately 3h 10m to get from Metuchen to Rochester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Metuchen to Rochester train from?

Metuchen to Rochester train services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from Metuchen station.

Train or bus from Metuchen to Rochester?

The best way to get from Metuchen to Rochester is to bus which takes 7h 29m and costs $45 - $220. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $50 - $130 and takes 8h 56m.

Where does the Metuchen to Rochester train arrive?

Metuchen to Rochester train services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at New York Penn Station.

Can I drive from Metuchen to Rochester?

Yes, the driving distance between Metuchen to Rochester is 306 miles. It takes approximately 6h to drive from Metuchen to Rochester.

Where can I stay near Rochester?

There are 156+ hotels available in Rochester.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train to Newark Liberty International Airport, fly to Rochester
best
1. Take the train from Metuchen to Newark Airport Railroad Stationtrain
2. Fly from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Rochester (ROC)plane EWR - ROC
3h 10m
$196–597
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Newark to Rochesterbus Adt N816 / ...
7h 29m
$48–212
Train
1. Take the train from Metuchen to New York Penn Stationtrain Nec
2. Take the train from New York Penn Station to Rochestertrain VIA Rail
8h 56m
$53–125
Drive 304.2 mi
1. Drive from Metuchen to Rochestercar 304.2 mi
6h
$56–81
Train to John F. Kennedy International Airport, fly to Rochester
1. Take the train from Metuchen to New York Penn Stationtrain
2. Fly from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Rochester (ROC)plane JFK - ROC
4h 4m
$881–4,053
Train to Laguardia Airport, fly to Rochester
1. Take the train from Metuchen to New York Penn Stationtrain
2. Fly from Laguardia Airport (LGA) to Rochester (ROC)plane LGA - ROC
4h 11m
$211–637
Train to Philadelphia International Airport, fly to Rochester
1. Take the train from Metropark Amtrak Station to 30th Street Stationtrain
2. Fly from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Rochester (ROC)plane PHL - ROC
4h 34m
$187–1,038
Fly Newark Liberty International Airport to Buffalo Niagara International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)plane EWR - BUF
2. Take the bus from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Rochester Bus Stopbus
5h 16m
$137–800
Bus via Rochester Bus Stop
1. Take the bus from Newark Penn Station to Rochester Bus Stopbus FlixBus 2685 / ...
7h 54m
$53–122

Metuchen to Rochester by train and bus

14Weekly Services

7h 29mAverage Duration

$48Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Metuchen to Rochester.

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Distance: 266.1 mi
Duration: 3h 10m

What companies run services between Metuchen, NJ, USA and Rochester, NY, USA?

Trailways operates a bus from Newark to Rochester twice daily. Tickets cost $45–200 and the journey takes 5h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Metuchen to Rochester via New York Penn Station in around 8h 56m.

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