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

The cheapest way to get from Rochester to Toronto is to train which costs $40 - $130 and takes 5h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rochester to Toronto is to drive which takes 3h 12m and costs $45 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Rochester and Toronto?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Rochester Bus Stop and arriving at Toronto. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h.

Is there a direct train between Rochester and Toronto?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Rochester and arriving at Toronto Union Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 23m.

How far is it from Rochester to Toronto?

The distance between Rochester and Toronto is 279 km. The road distance is 251.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Rochester to Toronto without a car is to bus which takes 5h and costs $35 - $150.

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

The bus from Rochester Bus Stop to Toronto takes 5h including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Rochester to Toronto bus from?

Rochester to Toronto bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Rochester Bus Stop station.

Where do I catch the Rochester to Toronto train from?

Rochester to Toronto train services, operated by VIA Rail, depart from Rochester station.

Train or bus from Rochester to Toronto?

The best way to get from Rochester to Toronto is to bus which takes 5h and costs $35 - $150. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $40 - $130 and takes 5h 23m.

Where does the Rochester to Toronto bus arrive?

Rochester to Toronto bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Toronto station.

Where does the Rochester to Toronto train arrive?

Rochester to Toronto train services, operated by VIA Rail, arrive at Toronto Union Station.

Can I drive from Rochester to Toronto?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochester to Toronto is 252 km. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Rochester to Toronto.

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

Book your Rochester to Toronto train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Toronto?

There are 1372+ hotels available in Toronto.

Rochester to Toronto - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Rochester to Toronto by bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), train, car, or bus (Flixbus, Greyhound)

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Rochester Bus Stop to Torontobus Greyhound US0215
5h
$35–150
Train
1. Take the train from Rochester to Toronto Union Stationtrain VIA Rail
5h 23m
$40–130
Drive 251.7 km
1. Drive from Rochester to Torontocar 251.7 km
3h 12m
$50–72
Bus via Buffalo
1. Take the bus from Rochester Bus Stop to Buffalobus FlixBus 2685 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buffalo to Torontobus Greyhound US0215
5h 5m
$45–117

Rochester to Toronto by bus

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Distance: 278.9 km
Duration: 5h

What companies run services between Rochester, NY, USA and Toronto, ON, Canada?

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Rochester Bus Stop to Toronto 3 times a day. Tickets cost $35–85 and the journey takes 5h. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, VIA Rail operates a train from Rochester to Toronto Union Station once daily. Tickets cost $40–130 and the journey takes 5h 23m.

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