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

The cheapest way to get from Schenectady to Rochester is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Schenectady to Rochester is to train which takes 3h 39m and costs $30 - $100.

Is there a direct bus between Schenectady and Rochester?

No, there is no direct bus from Schenectady to Rochester. However, there are services departing from Schenectady and arriving at Rochester Bus Stop via Syracuse Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Schenectady and Rochester?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Schenectady and arriving at Rochester. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 39m.

How far is it from Schenectady to Rochester?

The distance between Schenectady and Rochester is 212 miles. The road distance is 210 miles.

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

The best way to get from Schenectady to Rochester without a car is to train which takes 3h 39m and costs $30 - $100.

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

The train from Schenectady to Rochester takes 3h 39m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Schenectady to Rochester bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Schenectady to Rochester train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Schenectady to Rochester?

The best way to get from Schenectady to Rochester is to train which takes 3h 39m and costs $30 - $100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $40 - $110 and takes 5h 5m, you could also fly, which costs $100 - $430 and takes 5h 32m.

Where does the Schenectady to Rochester bus arrive?

Schenectady to Rochester bus services, operated by Trailways, arrive at Syracuse station.

Where does the Schenectady to Rochester train arrive?

Schenectady to Rochester train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Rochester station.

Can I drive from Schenectady to Rochester?

Yes, the driving distance between Schenectady to Rochester is 210 miles. It takes approximately 3h 39m to drive from Schenectady to Rochester.

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

Book your Schenectady to Rochester train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Rochester?

There are 159+ hotels available in Rochester.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Schenectady to RochesterMaple Leaf / ...
3h 39m
$30–100
Bus
1. Take the bus from Schenectady to SyracuseAdt 264 / ...
2. Take the bus from Syracuse Bus Station to Rochester Bus StopFlixBus 2685 / ...
5h 5m
$43–105
Drive 208.8 mi
1. Drive from Schenectady to Rochester208.8 mi
3h 39m
$39–55
Fly
1. Fly from Albany County Airport (ALB) to Rochester (ROC)ALB - ROC
5h 32m
$107–422

Schenectady to Rochester by train

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Distance: 210.8 mi
Duration: 3h 39m

What companies run services between Schenectady, NY, USA and Rochester, NY, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Schenectady to Rochester 5 times a day. Tickets cost $35–100 and the journey takes 3h 39m. VIA Rail also services this route once daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Schenectady to Rochester Bus Stop via Syracuse Bus Station in around 5h 5m.

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