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

The cheapest way to get from Rochester to Ancaster is to drive which costs $40 - $60 and takes 2h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rochester to Ancaster is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs $40 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Rochester and Ancaster?

No, there is no direct bus from Rochester to Ancaster. However, there are services departing from Rochester and arriving at GARNER at ANSON via Niagara Falls Bus Terminal and Confederation Go Platform 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 55m.

How far is it from Rochester to Ancaster?

The distance between Rochester and Ancaster is 247 km. The road distance is 208.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Rochester to Ancaster without a car is to train which takes 4h 57m and costs $75 - $180.

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

It takes approximately 4h 57m to get from Rochester to Ancaster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rochester to Ancaster bus from?

Rochester to Ancaster bus services, operated by Trailways, depart from Rochester station.

Train or bus from Rochester to Ancaster?

The best way to get from Rochester to Ancaster is to train which takes 4h 57m and costs $75 - $180. Alternatively, you can bus and line 44 bus, which costs $45 - $110 and takes 5h 55m.

Where does the Rochester to Ancaster bus arrive?

Rochester to Ancaster bus services, operated by Trailways, arrive at Niagara Falls station.

Can I drive from Rochester to Ancaster?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochester to Ancaster is 208 km. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Rochester to Ancaster.

Where can I stay near Ancaster?

There are 144+ hotels available in Ancaster.

Rochester to Ancaster - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 44 bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Rochester to Ancaster by train, bus, or car

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Rochester to Aldershottrain VIA Rail
4h 57m
$77–175
Drive 208.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Rochester to Ancastercar 208.4 km
2h 47m
$42–60
Bus, line 44 bus
1. Take the bus from Rochester to Niagara Fallsbus
2. Take the bus from Niagara Falls Bus Terminal to Confederation GO Busbus 12
3. Take the bus from Confederation Go Platform 5 to GARNER at ANSONbus 44
5h 55m
$46–101
Train, line 44 bus
1. Take the train from Rochester to Niagara Fallstrain
2. Take the train from Niagara Falls GO to Confederation GOtrain Lw
3. Take the bus from Confederation Go Platform 5 to GARNER at ANSONbus 44
5h 50m
$44–133

Rochester to Ancaster by bus

20Weekly Buses

5h 55mAverage Duration

$46Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Rochester to Ancaster.

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Distance: 247 km
Duration: 4h 57m

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

VIA Rail operates a train from Rochester to Aldershot once daily. Tickets cost $35–120 and the journey takes 4h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rochester to GARNER at ANSON via Niagara Falls Bus Terminal and Confederation Go Platform 5 in around 5h 55m.

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