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

The cheapest way to get from Rochester to Buffalo is to bus which costs $9 - $24 and takes 1h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rochester to Buffalo is to drive which takes 1h 21m and costs $13 - $20.

Is there a direct bus between Rochester and Buffalo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Rochester Bus Stop and arriving at Buffalo. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Rochester and Buffalo?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Rochester and arriving at Buffalo. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 27m.

How far is it from Rochester to Buffalo?

The distance between Rochester and Buffalo is 69 miles. The road distance is 72.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rochester to Buffalo without a car is to train which takes 1h 27m and costs $17 - $80.

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

The train from Rochester to Buffalo takes 1h 27m including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the Rochester to Buffalo bus from?

Rochester to Buffalo bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Rochester Bus Stop station.

Where do I catch the Rochester to Buffalo train from?

Rochester to Buffalo train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Rochester station.

Train or bus from Rochester to Buffalo?

The best way to get from Rochester to Buffalo is to train which takes 1h 27m and costs $17 - $80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $9 - $24 and takes 1h 30m.

Where does the Rochester to Buffalo bus arrive?

Rochester to Buffalo bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Buffalo station.

Where does the Rochester to Buffalo train arrive?

Rochester to Buffalo train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Buffalo station.

Can I drive from Rochester to Buffalo?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochester to Buffalo is 73 miles. It takes approximately 1h 21m to drive from Rochester to Buffalo.

How do I get a train ticket from Rochester to Buffalo?

Book your Rochester to Buffalo train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Rochester to Buffalo?

Book your Rochester to Buffalo bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Buffalo?

There are 240+ hotels available in Buffalo.

Rochester to Buffalo - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Rochester to Buffalo by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Rochester to Buffalotrain Empire Service / ...
1h 27m
$17–80
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rochester Bus Stop to Buffalobus FlixBus 2685 / ...
1h 30m
$9–24
Drive 72.3 mi
1. Drive from Rochester to Buffalocar 72.3 mi
1h 21m
$14–20

Rochester to Buffalo by train

28Weekly Trains

1h 27mAverage Duration

$17Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Rochester to Buffalo.

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Distance: 68.6 mi
Duration: 1h 27m

What companies run services between Rochester, NY, USA and Buffalo, NY, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Rochester to Buffalo 3 times a day. Tickets cost $19–45 and the journey takes 1h 27m. VIA Rail also services this route once daily. Alternatively, Flixbus USA operates a bus from Rochester Bus Stop to Buffalo every 3 hours. Tickets cost $9–17 and the journey takes 1h 30m. Two other operators also service this route.

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