What is the cheapest way to get from Rochester to Long Island?

The cheapest way to get from Rochester to Long Island is to bus via Roosevelt Island which costs $45 - $85 and takes 7h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rochester to Long Island?

The fastest way to get from Rochester to Long Island is to fly which takes 1h 21m and costs $260 - $700.

Is there a direct train between Rochester and Long Island?

No, there is no direct train from Rochester to Long Island. However, there are services departing from Rochester and arriving at Roosevelt Island via 34 St-Herald Sq. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 7m.

How far is it from Rochester to Long Island?

The distance between Rochester and Long Island is 269 miles. The road distance is 319.4 miles.

How do I travel from Rochester to Long Island without a car?

The best way to get from Rochester to Long Island without a car is to bus which takes 6h 28m and costs $55 - $240.

How long does it take to get from Rochester to Long Island?

It takes approximately 1h 23m to get from Rochester to Long Island, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rochester to Long Island train from?

Rochester to Long Island train services, operated by VIA Rail, depart from Rochester station.

Train, bus or fly from Rochester to Long Island?

The best way to get from Rochester to Long Island is to fly which takes 1h 23m and costs $850 - $4,100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $55 - $240 and takes 6h 28m, you could also train, which costs $55 - $120 and takes 9h 7m.

Where does the Rochester to Long Island train arrive?

Rochester to Long Island train services, operated by VIA Rail, arrive at New York Penn Station.

Can I drive from Rochester to Long Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochester to Long Island is 319 miles. It takes approximately 6h 15m to drive from Rochester to Long Island.

Where can I stay near Long Island?

There are 101+ hotels available in Long Island.

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

There are 7 ways to get from Rochester to Long Island by plane, bus, train, car, or bus (Flixbus)

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

Fly to John F. Kennedy International Airport
best
1. Fly from Rochester (ROC) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)plane ROC - JFK
1h 23m
$867–4,020
Bus via Roosevelt Island (Flixbus)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rochester Bus Stop to New York Midtownbus FlixBus 2685 / ...
7h 31m
$49–81
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rochester to New Yorkbus Adt N813 / ...
6h 28m
$57–231
Train
1. Take the train from Rochester to New York Penn Stationtrain VIA Rail
9h 7m
$58–114
Drive 317.5 mi
1. Drive from Rochester to Brooklyncar 317.5 mi
6h 15m
$58–84
Fly to Laguardia Airport
1. Fly from Rochester (ROC) to Laguardia Airport (LGA)plane ROC - LGA
1h 21m
$267–670
Fly to Newark Liberty International Airport
1. Fly from Rochester (ROC) to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)plane ROC - EWR
2h 38m
$200–601

Rochester to Long Island by bus and subway

52Weekly Services

6h 28mAverage Duration

$57Cheapest Price

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Distance: 267.5 mi
Duration: 1h 23m

What companies run services between Rochester, NY, USA and Long Island, Suffolk County, NY, USA?

JetBlue Airways and Delta fly from Rochester (ROC) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) 5 times a day. Alternatively, Trailways operates a bus from Rochester to New York every 4 hours. Tickets cost $50–230 and the journey takes 6h 15m.

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