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

The cheapest way to get from Rochester to Chicago, IL is to bus which costs $65 - $170 and takes 14h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rochester to Chicago, IL is to fly which takes 3h and costs $110 - $700.

Is there a direct bus between Rochester and Chicago, IL?

No, there is no direct bus from Rochester to Chicago, IL 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 50m.

Is there a direct train between Rochester and Chicago, IL?

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, IL?

The distance between Rochester and Chicago, IL is 554 miles. The road distance is 603.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rochester to Chicago, IL without a car is to train which takes 11h 52m and costs $130 - $300.

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

It takes approximately 3h 17m to get from Rochester to Chicago, IL, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rochester to Chicago, IL bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Rochester to Chicago, IL train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Rochester to Chicago, IL?

The best way to get from Rochester to Chicago, IL is to fly which takes 3h 17m and costs $210 - $490. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $130 - $300 and takes 11h 52m, you could also bus, which costs $65 - $170 and takes 14h 50m.

Where does the Rochester to Chicago, IL bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Rochester and Chicago, IL?

Chicago, IL is 1h behind Rochester. It is currently 4:15 AM in Rochester and 3:15 AM in Chicago, IL.

Where does the Rochester to Chicago, IL train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rochester to Chicago, IL?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochester to Chicago, IL is 604 miles. It takes approximately 10h 13m to drive from Rochester to Chicago, IL.

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

Book your Rochester to Chicago, IL train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Chicago, IL?

There are 1304+ hotels available in Chicago, IL.

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

There are 7 ways to get from Rochester to Chicago, IL 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)plane ROC - ORD
3h 17m
$219–485
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rochester Bus Stop to Buffalobus
2. Take the bus from Buffalo to Cleveland Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Cleveland Bus Station to Chicago Bus Stationbus
14h 50m
$69–162
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Rochester to Chicago Union Stationtrain Lake Shore Limited
11h 52m
$130–300
Drive 600.1 mi
1. Drive from Rochester to Chicago, ILcar 600.1 mi
10h 13m
$110–159
Fly Rochester to Chicago Midway International Airport
1. Fly from Rochester (ROC) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane ROC - MDW
3h
$119–675
Bus to Buffalo Niagara International Airport, fly to Chicago Midway International Airport
1. Take the bus from Rochester Bus Stop to Buffalo Niagara International Airportbus
2. Fly from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane BUF - MDW
4h 47m
$130–818
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 Airportbus
2. Fly from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane BUF - ORD
5h 11m
$80–468

Rochester to Chicago, IL by train and foot (Amtrak)

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Distance: 550.6 mi
Duration: 3h 17m

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) every 2 hours. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Rochester to Chicago Union Station twice daily. Tickets cost $130–300 and the journey takes 11h 43m.

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