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

The cheapest way to get from Springfield to Rochester is to train which costs $85 - $220 and takes 15h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Springfield to Rochester is to taxi and fly which takes 4h 52m and costs $230 - $800.

Is there a direct bus between Springfield and Rochester?

No, there is no direct bus from Springfield to Rochester. However, there are services departing from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center and arriving at Rochester Bus Stop via Chicago Bus Station, Cleveland, OH and Buffalo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h.

Is there a direct train between Springfield and Rochester?

No, there is no direct train from Springfield to Rochester. However, there are services departing from Springfield and arriving at Rochester via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 44m.

How far is it from Springfield to Rochester?

The distance between Springfield and Rochester is 673 miles. The road distance is 754.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Springfield to Rochester without a car is to train which takes 15h 44m and costs $85 - $220.

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

It takes approximately 5h 19m to get from Springfield to Rochester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Springfield to Rochester bus from?

Springfield to Rochester bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center station.

Where do I catch the Springfield to Rochester train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Springfield to Rochester?

The best way to get from Springfield to Rochester is to fly which takes 5h 19m and costs $130 - $650. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $85 - $220 and takes 15h 44m, you could also bus, which costs $95 - $220 and takes 19h.

Where does the Springfield to Rochester bus arrive?

Springfield to Rochester bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Springfield and Rochester?

Rochester is 1h ahead of Springfield. It is currently 2:03 AM in Springfield and 3:03 AM in Rochester.

Where does the Springfield to Rochester train arrive?

Springfield to Rochester train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Springfield to Rochester?

Yes, the driving distance between Springfield to Rochester is 754 miles. It takes approximately 13h 19m to drive from Springfield to Rochester.

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

Book your Springfield to Rochester train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Rochester?

There are 160+ hotels available in Rochester.

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

There are 7 ways to get from Springfield to Rochester by plane, train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), car, taxi, 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 Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
best
1. Fly from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) to Rochester (ROC)plane SPI - ROC
5h 19m
$139–636
Train (Amtrak)
cheapest
1. Take the train from Springfield to Chicago Union Stationtrain Lincoln Service / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Rochestertrain Lake Shore Limited
15h 44m
$86–215
Bus
1. Take the bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to Chicago Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Cleveland Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Cleveland, OH to Buffalo, NYbus
4. Take the bus from Buffalo to Rochester Bus Stopbus
19h
$97–215
Drive 750.1 mi
1. Drive from Springfield to Rochestercar 750.1 mi
13h 19m
$137–198
Taxi to Decatur Airport, fly
1. Take the taxi from Springfield to Decatur Airport (DEC)taxi
2. Fly from Decatur Airport (DEC) to Rochester (ROC)plane DEC - ROC
4h 52m
$232–757
Bus to Peoria International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Springfield to Peoria Amtrak Stationbus
2. Fly from Peoria International Airport (PIA) to Rochester (ROC)plane PIA - ROC
8h 20m
Train to Central Illinois Regional Airport At Bloomington-Normal, fly
1. Take the train from Springfield to Bloomington-Normaltrain
2. Fly from Central Illinois Regional Airport At Bloomington-Normal (BMI) to Rochester (ROC)plane BMI - ROC
8h 24m
$124–642

Springfield to Rochester by train (Amtrak)

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15h 44mAverage Duration

$86Cheapest Price

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Distance: 669 mi
Duration: 5h 19m

What companies run services between Springfield, IL, USA and Rochester, NY, USA?

American Airlines, Allegiant Air, and two other airlines fly from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) to Rochester (ROC) once daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from Springfield to Rochester via Chicago Union Station in around 15h 44m.

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