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

The cheapest way to get from Rochester to Philadelphia is to drive which costs $50 - $80 and takes 6h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rochester to Philadelphia is to fly which takes 2h 28m and costs $150 - $420.

Is there a direct bus between Rochester and Philadelphia?

No, there is no direct bus from Rochester to Philadelphia. However, there are services departing from Rochester Bus Stop and arriving at Philadelphia via Newark Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Rochester and Philadelphia?

No, there is no direct train from Rochester to Philadelphia station. However, there are services departing from Rochester and arriving at 30th Street Station via Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 59m.

How far is it from Rochester to Philadelphia?

The distance between Rochester and Philadelphia is 272 miles. The road distance is 300.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rochester to Philadelphia without a car is to train which takes 8h 59m and costs $80 - $800.

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

It takes approximately 2h 28m to get from Rochester to Philadelphia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rochester to Philadelphia bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Rochester to Philadelphia train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Rochester to Philadelphia?

The best way to get from Rochester to Philadelphia is to fly which takes 2h 28m and costs $150 - $420. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $80 - $800 and takes 8h 59m, you could also bus, which costs $60 - $150 and takes 9h 15m.

Where does the Rochester to Philadelphia bus arrive?

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

Where does the Rochester to Philadelphia train arrive?

Rochester to Philadelphia train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station.

Can I drive from Rochester to Philadelphia?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochester to Philadelphia is 301 miles. It takes approximately 6h 39m to drive from Rochester to Philadelphia.

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

Book your Rochester to Philadelphia train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Philadelphia?

There are 720+ hotels available in Philadelphia.

Rochester to Philadelphia - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 10 ways to get from Rochester to Philadelphia by plane, train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), car, train, or bus

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

Fly Rochester to Philadelphia International Airport
best
1. Fly from Rochester (ROC) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)plane ROC - PHL
2h 28m
$157–420
Drive 299.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Rochester to Philadelphiacar 299.1 mi
6h 39m
$55–79
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Rochester to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Stationtrain Empire Service / ...
2. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to 30th Street Stationtrain Northeast Regional
8h 59m
$80–774
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rochester Bus Stop to Newark Penn Stationbus FlixBus 2685 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newark Penn Station to Philadelphiabus FlixBus 2608 / ...
9h 15m
$65–142
Fly Rochester 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 Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to 30th Street Stationtrain
3h 53m
$892–4,639
Fly Rochester to Laguardia Airport, train
1. Fly from Rochester (ROC) to Laguardia Airport (LGA)plane ROC - LGA
2. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to 30th Street Stationtrain
4h 7m
$222–1,226
Bus to Buffalo Niagara International Airport, fly to Philadelphia International Airport
1. Take the bus from Rochester Bus Stop to Buffalo Niagara International Airportbus
2. Fly from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)plane BUF - PHL
4h 28m
$101–622
Fly Rochester to Newark Liberty International Airport, train
1. Fly from Rochester (ROC) to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)plane ROC - EWR
2. Take the train from Newark Liberty International Airport to 30th Street Stationtrain
3h 53m
$187–790
Train via Albany
1. Take the train from Rochester to Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to 30th Street Stationtrain
9h 27m
$89–821
Train via Trenton
1. Take the train from Rochester to New York Penn Stationtrain
2. Take the train from New York Penn Station to Trenton Transit Centertrain Nec
3. Take the train from Trenton to Suburban Stationtrain Tre
11h 58m

Rochester to Philadelphia by train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 270.2 mi
Duration: 2h 28m

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

American Airlines and United Airlines fly from Rochester (ROC) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from Rochester to 30th Street Station via Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station in around 8h 59m.

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