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

The cheapest way to get from Rochester to Swarthmore is to drive which costs $55 - $80 and takes 6h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rochester to Swarthmore is to fly which takes 3h 6m and costs $220 - $650.

Is there a direct bus between Rochester and Swarthmore?

No, there is no direct bus from Rochester to Swarthmore. However, there are services departing from Rochester and arriving at Chester Rd & Rutgers Av - FS via Newark Penn Station, Walnut St & 30th St - FS and 69th St Transit Center South Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Rochester and Swarthmore?

No, there is no direct train from Rochester to Swarthmore. However, there are services departing from Rochester and arriving at Swarthmore via Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station and Gray 30th St Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 55m.

How far is it from Rochester to Swarthmore?

The distance between Rochester and Swarthmore is 280 miles. The road distance is 304.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rochester to Swarthmore without a car is to bus which takes 9h 38m and costs $60 - $230.

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

It takes approximately 3h 6m to get from Rochester to Swarthmore, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rochester to Swarthmore bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Rochester to Swarthmore train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Rochester to Swarthmore?

The best way to get from Rochester to Swarthmore is to fly which takes 3h 6m and costs $220 - $650. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $60 - $230 and takes 9h 38m, you could also train, which costs $100 - $850 and takes 9h 55m.

Where does the Rochester to Swarthmore bus arrive?

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

Where does the Rochester to Swarthmore train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rochester to Swarthmore?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochester to Swarthmore is 304 miles. It takes approximately 6h 36m to drive from Rochester to Swarthmore.

Where can I stay near Swarthmore?

There are 973+ hotels available in Swarthmore.

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

There are 7 ways to get from Rochester to Swarthmore by plane, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), train (Amtrak), car, bus, or train

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

Fly from Rochester
best
1. Fly from Rochester (ROC) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)plane ROC - PHL
3h 6m
$223–626
Drive 302.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Rochester to Swarthmorecar 302.5 mi
6h 36m
$56–80
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rochester to Newarkbus Adt N813 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newark Penn Station to Philadelphiabus Greyhound US0305 / ...
9h 38m
$62–224
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 55m
$105–804
Bus to Buffalo Niagara International Airport, fly
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
5h 7m
$104–669
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
10h 23m
$83–780
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 Gray 30th St Stationtrain Tre
12h 50m
$63–140

Rochester to Swarthmore by bus

41Weekly Buses

9h 38mAverage Duration

$62Cheapest Price

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Distance: 278 mi
Duration: 3h 6m

What companies run services between Rochester, NY, USA and Swarthmore, 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 Chester Rd & Rutgers Av - FS via Newark Penn Station, Philadelphia, Walnut St & 30th St - FS, and 69th St Transit Center South Terminal in around 9h 38m.

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