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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Rochester to Philadelphia, PA is to fly which takes 2h 32m and costs $210 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Rochester and Philadelphia, PA?

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

Is there a direct train between Rochester and Philadelphia, PA?

No, there is no direct train from Rochester to Philadelphia, PA station. However, there are services departing from Rochester and arriving at Jefferson Station via Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station and Gray 30th St Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 20m.

How far is it from Rochester to Philadelphia, PA?

The distance between Rochester and Philadelphia, PA is 272 miles. The road distance is 300.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rochester to Philadelphia, PA without a car is to bus which takes 9h and costs $55 - $220.

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

It takes approximately 2h 32m to get from Rochester to Philadelphia, PA, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rochester to Philadelphia, PA bus from?

Rochester to Philadelphia, PA bus services, operated by Trailways, depart from Rochester station.

Where do I catch the Rochester to Philadelphia, PA train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Rochester to Philadelphia, PA?

The best way to get from Rochester to Philadelphia, PA is to fly which takes 2h 32m and costs $210 - $600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $55 - $220 and takes 9h, you could also train, which costs $95 - $800 and takes 9h 20m.

Where does the Rochester to Philadelphia, PA bus arrive?

Rochester to Philadelphia, PA bus services, operated by Trailways, arrive at Newark station.

What is the time difference between Rochester and Philadelphia, PA?

Philadelphia, PA is 1h behind Rochester. It is currently 7:19 AM in Rochester and 6:19 AM in Philadelphia, PA.

Where does the Rochester to Philadelphia, PA train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rochester to Philadelphia, PA?

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

Where can I stay near Philadelphia, PA?

There are 988+ hotels available in Philadelphia, PA.

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

There are 10 ways to get from Rochester to Philadelphia, PA 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)plane ROC - PHL
2h 32m
$210–573
Drive 298.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Rochester to Philadelphia, PAcar 298.9 mi
6h 39m
$55–79
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rochester to Newarkbus Adt N813 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newark Penn Station to Philadelphiabus FlixBus 2608 / ...
9h
$56–217
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
9h 20m
$98–791
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 57m
$895–4,642
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 6m
$285–1,279
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 33m
$101–666
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 55m
$197–613
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 35m
$83–775
Bus via New York (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Rochester Bus Stop to New York Midtownbus FlixBus 2685 / ...
2. Take the bus from New York Midtown to Philadelphiabus FlixBus 2602 / ...
10h 5m
$65–109

Rochester to Philadelphia, PA by train (Amtrak)

28Weekly Trains

9h 20mAverage Duration

$98Cheapest Price

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Distance: 270.8 mi
Duration: 2h 32m

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, PA via Newark Penn Station and Philadelphia in around 9h.

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