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

The cheapest way to get from Rochester to Chicago is to bus which costs $70 - $180 and takes 14h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rochester to Chicago is to fly which takes 2h 44m and costs $100 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between Rochester and Chicago?

No, there is no direct bus from Rochester to Chicago station. However, there are services departing from Rochester Bus Stop and arriving at Chicago Bus Station via Buffalo and Cleveland Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Rochester and Chicago?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Rochester and arriving at Chicago Union Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11h 43m.

How far is it from Rochester to Chicago?

The distance between Rochester and Chicago is 552 miles. The road distance is 603 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rochester to Chicago without a car is to train which takes 11h 43m and costs $75 - $210.

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

It takes approximately 3h 8m to get from Rochester to Chicago, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rochester to Chicago bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Rochester to Chicago train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Rochester to Chicago?

The best way to get from Rochester to Chicago is to fly which takes 3h 8m and costs $120 - $500. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $75 - $210 and takes 11h 43m, you could also bus, which costs $70 - $180 and takes 14h 35m.

Where does the Rochester to Chicago bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Rochester and Chicago?

Chicago is 1h behind Rochester. It is currently 3:19 PM in Rochester and 2:19 PM in Chicago.

Where does the Rochester to Chicago train arrive?

Rochester to Chicago train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Rochester to Chicago?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochester to Chicago is 603 miles. It takes approximately 10h 5m to drive from Rochester to Chicago.

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

Book your Rochester to Chicago train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Chicago?

There are 1245+ hotels available in Chicago.

Rochester to Chicago - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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

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Fly Rochester to Chicago O'Hare International Airport
best
1. Fly from Rochester (ROC) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)ROC - ORD
3h 8m
$129–495
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rochester Bus Stop to Buffalo
2. Take the bus from Buffalo to Cleveland Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Cleveland Bus Station to Chicago Bus Station
14h 35m
$72–177
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Rochester to Chicago Union StationLake Shore Limited
11h 43m
$75–210
Drive 599.5 mi
1. Drive from Rochester to Chicago599.5 mi
10h 5m
$110–158
Fly Rochester to Chicago Midway International Airport
1. Fly from Rochester (ROC) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)ROC - MDW
2h 44m
$104–515
Bus to Buffalo Niagara International Airport, fly to Chicago Midway International Airport
1. Take the bus from Rochester Bus Stop to Buffalo Niagara International Airport
2. Fly from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)BUF - MDW
4h 36m
$117–626
Bus to Buffalo Niagara International Airport, fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport
1. Take the bus from Rochester Bus Stop to Buffalo Niagara International Airport
2. Fly from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)BUF - ORD
4h 56m
$92–466

Rochester to Chicago by train (Amtrak)

14Weekly Trains

11h 43mAverage Duration

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Distance: 548.9 mi
Duration: 3h 8m

What companies run services between Rochester, NY, USA and Chicago, IL, USA?

American Airlines, United Airlines, and Delta fly from Rochester (ROC) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) hourly. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Rochester to Chicago Union Station twice daily. Tickets cost $75–210 and the journey takes 11h 43m.

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