What is the cheapest way to get from Purdue University to Rochester?

The cheapest way to get from Purdue University to Rochester is to drive which costs $100 - $160 and takes 10h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Purdue University to Rochester?

The fastest way to get from Purdue University to Rochester is to fly which takes 5h 28m and costs $100 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between Purdue University and Rochester?

No, there is no direct bus from Purdue University to Rochester. However, there are services departing from Aspire Apts at Discovery Park: BUS011 and arriving at Rochester Bus Stop via Lafayette Amtrak Station, Gary, Cleveland, OH and Buffalo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 4m.

How far is it from Purdue University to Rochester?

The distance between Purdue University and Rochester is 522 miles. The road distance is 575.5 miles.

How do I travel from Purdue University to Rochester without a car?

The best way to get from Purdue University to Rochester without a car is to bus and train which takes 16h 4m and costs $110 - $260.

How long does it take to get from Purdue University to Rochester?

It takes approximately 5h 28m to get from Purdue University to Rochester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Purdue University to Rochester bus from?

Purdue University to Rochester bus services, operated by Amtrak Thruway, depart from Lafayette Amtrak Station.

Bus or fly from Purdue University to Rochester?

The best way to get from Purdue University to Rochester is to fly which takes 5h 28m and costs $100 - $550. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $80 - $230 and takes 17h 4m.

Where does the Purdue University to Rochester bus arrive?

Purdue University to Rochester bus services, operated by Amtrak Thruway, arrive at Gary, IN station.

Can I drive from Purdue University to Rochester?

Yes, the driving distance between Purdue University to Rochester is 575 miles. It takes approximately 10h 21m to drive from Purdue University to Rochester.

Where can I stay near Rochester?

There are 159+ hotels available in Rochester.

Purdue University to Rochester - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus

There are 7 ways to get from Purdue University to Rochester by plane, bus, train, bus (Amtrak, Greyhound, Flixbus), car, or shuttle

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

Fly from Purdue University Airport
best
1. Fly from Purdue University Airport (LAF) to Rochester (ROC)LAF - ROC
5h 28m
$101–520
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lafayette Amtrak Station to Gary, IN
2. Take the bus from Gary to Cleveland
3. Take the bus from Cleveland, OH to Buffalo, NY
4. Take the bus from Buffalo to Rochester Bus Stop
17h 4m
$83–223
Bus, train (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Lafayette Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Station
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to RochesterLake Shore Limited
16h 4m
$110–256
Drive 572.1 mi
1. Drive from Purdue University to Rochester572.1 mi
10h 21m
$105–151
Shuttle to Indianapolis, fly
1. Take a shuttle bus from Ford Hall - Stadium Ave to Indianapolis Airport
2. Fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Rochester (ROC)IND - ROC
6h 32m
$219–599
Bus to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Purdue Memorial Union to O'Hare Multi-Modal Facility
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Rochester (ROC)ORD - ROC
5h 35m
$181–549
Train to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Lafayette Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Station
2. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Rochester (ROC)MDW - ROC
8h 22m
$148–640

Purdue University to Rochester by foot, bus, and train (Amtrak)

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16h 4mAverage Duration

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Distance: 519 mi
Duration: 5h 28m

What companies run services between Purdue University, IN, USA and Rochester, NY, USA?

United Airlines flies from Purdue University Airport (LAF) to Rochester (ROC) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Purdue University to Rochester Bus Stop via Aspire Apts at Discovery Park: BUS011, Columbia St & 2nd St, Lafayette Amtrak Station, Gary, Cleveland, OH, Buffalo, NY, and Buffalo in around 17h 4m.

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