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

The cheapest way to get from Rochester to Erie is to drive which costs $28 - $45 and takes 2h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rochester to Erie is to train which takes 2h 41m and costs $30 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Rochester and Erie?

No, there is no direct bus from Rochester to Erie. However, there are services departing from Rochester Bus Stop and arriving at Erie via Buffalo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Rochester and Erie?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Rochester and arriving at Erie Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 41m.

How far is it from Rochester to Erie?

The distance between Rochester and Erie is 154 miles. The road distance is 159.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rochester to Erie without a car is to train which takes 2h 41m and costs $30 - $75.

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

The train from Rochester to Erie Station takes 2h 41m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Rochester to Erie bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Rochester to Erie train from?

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

Train or bus from Rochester to Erie?

The best way to get from Rochester to Erie is to train which takes 2h 41m and costs $30 - $75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $30 - $70 and takes 4h 15m.

Where does the Rochester to Erie bus arrive?

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

Where does the Rochester to Erie train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rochester to Erie?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochester to Erie is 159 miles. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Rochester to Erie.

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

Book your Rochester to Erie train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Erie?

There are 72+ hotels available in Erie.

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

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

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Rochester to Erie Stationtrain Lake Shore Limited
2h 41m
$30–75
Drive 158.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Rochester to Eriecar 158.3 mi
2h 57m
$29–42
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rochester Bus Stop to Buffalobus FlixBus 2685 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buffalo to Eriebus Greyhound US0170
4h 15m
$33–67

Rochester to Erie by train (Amtrak)

14Weekly Trains

2h 41mAverage Duration

$30Cheapest Price

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Distance: 152.9 mi
Duration: 2h 41m

What companies run services between Rochester, NY, USA and Erie, PA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Rochester to Erie Station twice daily. Tickets cost $30–75 and the journey takes 2h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rochester Bus Stop to Erie via Buffalo in around 4h 15m.

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