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

The cheapest way to get from Scranton to Rochester is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scranton to Rochester is to drive which takes 3h 50m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Scranton and Rochester?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Scranton and arriving at Rochester Bus Stop. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 50m.

How far is it from Scranton to Rochester?

The distance between Scranton and Rochester is 216 miles. The road distance is 197.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Scranton to Rochester without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 41m and costs $45 - $120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 41m to get from Scranton to Rochester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Scranton to Rochester bus from?

Scranton to Rochester bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Scranton station.

Bus or fly from Scranton to Rochester?

The best way to get from Scranton to Rochester is to fly which takes 4h and costs $140 - $650. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $24 - $120 and takes 4h 50m.

Where does the Scranton to Rochester bus arrive?

Scranton to Rochester bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Rochester Bus Stop station.

Can I drive from Scranton to Rochester?

Yes, the driving distance between Scranton to Rochester is 197 miles. It takes approximately 3h 50m to drive from Scranton to Rochester.

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

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

Where can I stay near Rochester?

There are 162+ hotels available in Rochester.

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

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

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

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Scranton to Syracuse Bus StationFlixBus 2686 / ...
2. Take the train from Syracuse Regional Transportation Center to RochesterMaple Leaf / ...
4h 41m
$49–119
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Scranton to Rochester Bus StopFlixBus 2685 / ...
4h 50m
$24–120
Drive 196.3 mi
1. Drive from Scranton to Rochester196.3 mi
3h 50m
$36–52
Fly from Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport
1. Fly from Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport (AVP) to Rochester (ROC)AVP - ROC
4h
$147–618
Bus to Newark Liberty International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Scranton to Newark Penn Station
2. Fly from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Rochester (ROC)EWR - ROC
4h 53m
$183–495
Bus to John F. Kennedy International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Scranton to New York Midtown
2. Fly from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Rochester (ROC)JFK - ROC
5h 23m
$111–477
Bus to Laguardia Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Scranton, PA to Port Authority Bus Terminal
2. Fly from Laguardia Airport (LGA) to Rochester (ROC)LGA - ROC
6h
$199–561

Scranton to Rochester by bus and train

27Weekly Services

4h 41mAverage Duration

$49Cheapest Price

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Distance: 214.5 mi
Duration: 4h 41m

What companies run services between Scranton, PA, USA and Rochester, NY, USA?

United Airlines and American Airlines fly from Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport (AVP) to Rochester (ROC) 5 times a day. Alternatively, Flixbus USA operates a bus from Scranton to Rochester Bus Stop 5 times a day. Tickets cost $24–90 and the journey takes 4h 50m. Two other operators also service this route.

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