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

The cheapest way to get from Rochester to Newark is to drive which costs $55 - $80 and takes 5h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rochester to Newark is to fly which takes 1h 56m and costs $170 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Rochester and Newark?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Rochester Bus Stop and arriving at Newark Penn Station station. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Rochester and Newark?

No, there is no direct train from Rochester to Newark station. However, there are services departing from Rochester and arriving at Newark Penn Station via Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station and Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 11m.

How far is it from Rochester to Newark?

The distance between Rochester and Newark is 257 miles. The road distance is 304.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rochester to Newark without a car is to bus which takes 6h 25m and costs $45 - $200.

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

It takes approximately 1h 56m to get from Rochester to Newark, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rochester to Newark bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Rochester to Newark train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Rochester to Newark?

The best way to get from Rochester to Newark is to fly which takes 1h 56m and costs $170 - $600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $45 - $200 and takes 6h 25m, you could also train via Albany, which costs $75 - $800 and takes 8h 11m.

Where does the Rochester to Newark bus arrive?

Rochester to Newark bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Newark Penn Station.

Where does the Rochester to Newark train arrive?

Rochester to Newark train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Rochester to Newark?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochester to Newark is 304 miles. It takes approximately 5h 46m to drive from Rochester to Newark.

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

Book your Rochester to Newark train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Newark?

There are 3618+ hotels available in Newark.

Rochester to Newark - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Rochester to Newark by plane, bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), train (Amtrak), car, train, or bus (Greyhound)

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 Newark Liberty International Airport
best
1. Fly from Rochester (ROC) to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)plane ROC - EWR
1h 56m
$178–575
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rochester Bus Stop to Newark Penn Stationbus FlixBus 2685 / ...
6h 25m
$45–200
Train via Albany
1. Take the train from Rochester to Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Stationtrain Empire Service / ...
2. Take the train from Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Stationtrain Empire Service / ...
8h 11m
$78–795
Drive 302.5 mi
1. Drive from Rochester to Newarkcar 302.5 mi
5h 46m
$56–80
Fly to John F. Kennedy International Airport, train
1. Fly from Rochester (ROC) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)plane ROC - JFK
2. Take the train from Jamaica to New York Penn Stationtrain
3. Take the train from New York Penn Station to Newark Penn Stationtrain
2h 31m
$882–4,050
Fly to Laguardia Airport, train
1. Fly from Rochester (ROC) to Laguardia Airport (LGA)plane ROC - LGA
2. Take the train from Woodside to New York Penn Stationtrain
3. Take the train from New York Penn Station to Newark Penn Stationtrain
2h 45m
$212–637
Bus via Port Authority Bus Terminal
1. Take the bus from Rochester Bus Stop to Port Authority Bus Terminalbus Greyhound US0215 / ...
2. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Newark Penn Stationbus 108
7h 56m
$54–123
Train
1. Take the train from Rochester to New York Penn Stationtrain VIA Rail
9h 13m
$57–121

Rochester to Newark by bus

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6h 25mAverage Duration

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Distance: 255.5 mi
Duration: 1h 56m

What companies run services between Rochester, NY, USA and Newark, NJ, USA?

United Airlines flies from Rochester (ROC) to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) 5 times a day. Alternatively, Flixbus USA operates a bus from Rochester Bus Stop to Newark Penn Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $50–110 and the journey takes 6h 25m. Two other operators also service this route.

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