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

The cheapest way to get from Rochester to Chicago Loop is to bus which costs $70 - $160 and takes 14h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rochester to Chicago Loop is to fly which takes 2h 47m and costs $100 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Rochester and Chicago Loop?

No, there is no direct bus from Rochester to Chicago Loop. However, there are services departing from Rochester Bus Stop and arriving at Washington & Lasalle via Buffalo, Cleveland Bus Station and Jefferson & Harrison. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Rochester and Chicago Loop?

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 Loop?

The distance between Rochester and Chicago Loop is 552 miles. The road distance is 603.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rochester to Chicago Loop without a car is to train which takes 11h 43m and costs $100 - $200.

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

It takes approximately 2h 57m to get from Rochester to Chicago Loop, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rochester to Chicago Loop bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Rochester to Chicago Loop train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Rochester to Chicago Loop?

The best way to get from Rochester to Chicago Loop is to fly which takes 2h 57m and costs $120 - $490. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $100 - $200 and takes 11h 43m, you could also bus, which costs $70 - $160 and takes 14h 49m.

Where does the Rochester to Chicago Loop bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Rochester and Chicago Loop?

Chicago Loop is 1h behind Rochester. It is currently 1:34 AM in Rochester and 12:34 AM in Chicago Loop.

Where does the Rochester to Chicago Loop train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rochester to Chicago Loop?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochester to Chicago Loop is 604 miles. It takes approximately 10h 7m to drive from Rochester to Chicago Loop.

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

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Where can I stay near Chicago Loop?

There are 1239+ hotels available in Chicago Loop.

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

There are 7 ways to get from Rochester to Chicago Loop 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
2h 57m
$129–485
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 49m
$74–159
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Rochester to Chicago Union StationLake Shore Limited
11h 43m
$100–200
Drive 600.4 mi
1. Drive from Rochester to Chicago Loop600.4 mi
10h 7m
$110–159
Fly Rochester to Chicago Midway International Airport
1. Fly from Rochester (ROC) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)ROC - MDW
2h 47m
$109–575
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 39m
$116–675
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 52m
$86–465

Rochester to Chicago Loop by train (Amtrak)

14Weekly Trains

11h 43mAverage Duration

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Distance: 548.3 mi
Duration: 2h 57m

What companies run services between Rochester, NY, USA and Chicago Loop, 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 $100–200 and the journey takes 11h 43m.

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