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

The cheapest way to get from Rochester to Defiance is to drive which costs $70 - $110 and takes 7h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rochester to Defiance is to fly and taxi which takes 5h 47m and costs $220 - $650.

How far is it from Rochester to Defiance?

The distance between Rochester and Defiance is 429 miles. The road distance is 409.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rochester to Defiance without a car is to train which takes 8h 24m and costs $160 - $310.

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

It takes approximately 8h 24m to get from Rochester to Defiance, including transfers.

Can I drive from Rochester to Defiance?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochester to Defiance is 409 miles. It takes approximately 7h 31m to drive from Rochester to Defiance.

Where can I stay near Defiance?

There are 22+ hotels available in Defiance.

Rochester to Defiance - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Rochester to Defiance by train (Amtrak), bus, train, car, plane, or taxi

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

Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Rochester to Bryan Amtrak Stationtrain Lake Shore Limited
8h 24m
$166–309
Drive 407.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Rochester to Defiancecar 407.1 mi
7h 31m
$75–108
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Rochester Bus Stop to Cleveland Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Cleveland Bus Station to Toledo Bus Stopbus
3. Take the train from Toledo to Bryan Amtrak Stationtrain
10h 10m
$129–224
Fly, taxi
1. Fly from Rochester (ROC) to Fort Wayne International Airport (FWA)plane ROC - FWA
2. Take the taxi from Fort Wayne International Airport (FWA) to Defiancetaxi
5h 47m
$227–630

Rochester (ROC) to Fort Wayne International Airport (FWA) flights

89Weekly Planes

6h 17mAverage Duration

$69Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Rochester to Defiance.

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Distance: 426.8 mi
Duration: 8h 24m

What companies run services between Rochester, NY, USA and Defiance, OH, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Rochester to Bryan Amtrak Station twice daily. Tickets cost $110–240 and the journey takes 7h 54m.

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