There are 3 ways to get from Rochester to Boston by bus, train or car
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Recommended option
Line 12 bus, train • 3h 1m
$26 - $42
Cheapest option
Line 14 bus, bus • 3h 44m
$18 - $24
1 alternative option
Drive • 1h 26m
$7 - $11
Rochester to Boston by bus and train
The journey time between Rochester and Boston is around 4h 8m and covers a distance of around 77 miles. The fastest journey normally takes 2h 24m. Operated by COAST Bus and Amtrak, the Rochester to Boston service departs from South Main St. and arrives in Boston. Typically 28 services run weekly, although weekend and holiday schedules can vary so check in advance.
Route overview
First and last service
The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
Rochester to Boston bus and train schedules
Departing Friday, June 18, 2021
Departing Saturday, June 19, 2021
Departing Monday, June 21, 2021
Departing Tuesday, June 22, 2021
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Last updated: 16 Jun 2021
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Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Rochester to Boston is to drive which costs $7 - $11 and takes 1h 26m.
The quickest way to get from Rochester to Boston is to drive which costs $7 - $11 and takes 1h 26m.
No, there is no direct bus from Rochester to Boston. However, there are services departing from Wakefield / Union Sts. and arriving at Boston via Hanover Station and Portsmouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 44m.
The distance between Rochester and Boston is 66 miles. The road distance is 75.8 miles.
The best way to get from Rochester to Boston without a car is to line 12 bus and train which takes 3h 1m and costs $26 - $45.
It takes approximately 3h 1m to get from Rochester to Boston, including transfers.
Rochester to Boston bus services, operated by COAST Bus, depart from Wakefield / Union Sts. station.
Rochester to Boston bus services, operated by C&J Bus, arrive at Boston station.
Yes, the driving distance between Rochester to Boston is 76 miles. It takes approximately 1h 26m to drive from Rochester to Boston.
There are 387+ hotels available in Boston. Prices start at $100 USD per night.
- Distance: 65.9 miles
- Duration: 3h 1m
What companies run services between Rochester, NH, USA and Boston, MA, USA?
You can take a bus from Rochester to Boston via Hanover Station, Portsmouth Transportation Center, and Portsmouth in around 3h 44m.
Amtrak is a rail service that connects the US and three Canadian provinces. Covering 21,000 route miles (34,000km) Amtrak operates more than 300 trains daily. These medium and long distance intercity services operate at speeds of up to 240km/h, to more than 500 destinations. Founded in 1971, it is based in Washington, D.C. and offers four classes of travel: First Class, Sleeper, Business and Coach. Ticket fares are divided into five subclasses: Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium. Amtrak trains are known for their wide seats, plug-in power, big windows and storage capabilities.
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Contact Details
- Phone
- +1 215-856-7924
- Website
- amtrak.com
Train from Dover to Boston
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 33m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- $25 - $40
- Schedules at
- amtrak.com
- Coach Seat
- $25 - $40
- Premium
- $180 - $260
- Flexi Coach Seat
- $35 - $55
- Business Seat
- $35 - $50
- Phone
- +1 603-743-5777
- Website
- coastbus.org
Bus from South Main St. to Dover Transportation Center
- Ave. Duration
- 28 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- $2
- Schedules at
- coastbus.org
Bus from Wakefield / Union Sts. to Hanover Station
- Ave. Duration
- 42 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- $2
- Schedules at
- coastbus.org
- Phone
- +1 603-430-1100
- Website
- ridecj.com
Bus from Portsmouth to Boston
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 40m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- $15 - $20
- Book at
- ridecj.com/tickets
Amtrak is a rail service that connects the US and three Canadian provinces. Covering 21,000 route miles (34,000km) Amtrak operates more than 300 trains daily. These medium and long distance intercity services operate at speeds of up to 240km/h, to more than 500 destinations. Founded in 1971, it is based in Washington, D.C. and offers four classes of travel: First Class, Sleeper, Business and Coach. Ticket fares are divided into five subclasses: Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium. Amtrak trains are known for their wide seats, plug-in power, big windows and storage capabilities.
Rome2rio's guide to Amtrak
Contact Details
- Phone
- +1 215-856-7924
- Website
- amtrak.com
Bus from Portsmouth, NH to Boston South Buses
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 40m
- Frequency
- Every 3 hours
- Schedules at
- amtrak.com
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