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 37m.

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 21m 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 and arriving at Philadelphia via Newark Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 35m.

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 bus which takes 8h 35m and costs $60 - $250.

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

It takes approximately 2h 21m 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 Trailways, depart from Rochester 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 21m and costs $150 - $420. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $60 - $250 and takes 8h 35m, you could also train, which costs $95 - $800 and takes 8h 59m.

Where does the Rochester to Philadelphia bus arrive?

Rochester to Philadelphia bus services, operated by Trailways, arrive at Newark 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 37m to drive from Rochester to Philadelphia.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Philadelphia?

There are 904+ hotels available in Philadelphia.

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

There are 8 ways to get from Rochester to Philadelphia by plane, bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), train (Amtrak), car, train, bus, 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 Rochester to Philadelphia International Airport
best
1. Fly from Rochester (ROC) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)ROC - PHL
2h 21m
$157–420
Drive 299.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Rochester to Philadelphia299.1 mi
6h 37m
$55–79
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rochester to NewarkAdt N813 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newark Penn Station to PhiladelphiaFlixBus 2608 / ...
8h 35m
$64–243
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Rochester to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn StationEmpire Service / ...
2. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to 30th Street StationNortheast Regional
8h 59m
$97–785
Fly Rochester to John F. Kennedy International Airport, train
1. Fly from Rochester (ROC) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)ROC - JFK
2. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to 30th Street Station
3h 50m
$892–4,639
Bus to Buffalo Niagara International Airport, fly to Philadelphia International Airport
1. Take the bus from Rochester Bus Stop to Buffalo Niagara International Airport
2. Fly from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)BUF - PHL
4h 15m
$95–571
Train via Albany
1. Take the train from Rochester to Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station
2. Take the train from Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station
3. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to 30th Street Station
9h 27m
$90–846
Bus via New York (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Rochester Bus Stop to New York MidtownFlixBus 2685 / ...
2. Take the bus from New York Midtown to PhiladelphiaFlixBus 2602 / ...
9h 57m
$66–143

Rochester to Philadelphia by bus

21Weekly Buses

8h 35mAverage Duration

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Distance: 270.2 mi
Duration: 2h 21m

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) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rochester to Philadelphia via Newark Penn Station in around 8h 35m.

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