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

The cheapest way to get from Niagara to Rochester is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Niagara to Rochester is to drive which takes 3h 10m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct train between Niagara and Rochester?

No, there is no direct train from Niagara to Rochester. However, there are services departing from King St West at Tecumseth St and arriving at Rochester via Toronto Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 19m.

How far is it from Niagara to Rochester?

The distance between Niagara and Rochester is 179 miles. The road distance is 155.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Niagara to Rochester without a car is to bus which takes 6h 11m and costs $30 - $120.

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

It takes approximately 6h 11m to get from Niagara to Rochester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Niagara to Rochester train from?

Niagara to Rochester train services, operated by VIA Rail, depart from Toronto Union Station.

Train or bus from Niagara to Rochester?

The best way to get from Niagara to Rochester is to bus which takes 6h 11m and costs $30 - $120. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $30 - $100 and takes 6h 19m.

Where does the Niagara to Rochester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Niagara to Rochester?

Yes, the driving distance between Niagara to Rochester is 156 miles. It takes approximately 3h 10m to drive from Niagara to Rochester.

Where can I stay near Rochester?

There are 160+ hotels available in Rochester.

Niagara to Rochester - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Niagara to Rochester by bus, train, car, or bus (Greyhound, Flixbus)

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Toronto to Rochesterbus Adt N813 / ...
6h 11m
$32–112
Bus via Buffalo
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Toronto to Buffalobus Greyhound US0215
2. Take the bus from Buffalo to Rochester Bus Stopbus FlixBus 2685 / ...
6h 19m
$31–85
Train
1. Take the train from Toronto Union Station to Rochestertrain VIA Rail
6h 19m
$32–97
Drive 154.7 mi
1. Drive from Niagara to Rochestercar 154.7 mi
3h 10m
$36–52

Niagara to Rochester by tram, foot, and bus

14Weekly Services

6h 11mAverage Duration

$32Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Niagara to Rochester.

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Distance: 178.3 mi
Duration: 6h 11m

What companies run services between Niagara, ON, Canada and Rochester, NY, USA?

Trailways operates a bus from Toronto to Rochester twice daily. Tickets cost $30–110 and the journey takes 4h 50m. Alternatively, VIA Rail operates a train from Toronto Union Station to Rochester once daily. Tickets cost $30–95 and the journey takes 5h 3m.

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