What is the cheapest way to get from State College to Rochester?

The cheapest way to get from State College to Rochester is to drive which costs $35 - $60 and takes 4h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from State College to Rochester?

The fastest way to get from State College to Rochester is to drive which takes 4h 20m and costs $35 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between State College and Rochester?

No, there is no direct bus from State College to Rochester. However, there are services departing from State College and arriving at Rochester Bus Stop via DuBois and Buffalo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 40m.

How far is it from State College to Rochester?

The distance between State College and Rochester is 169 miles. The road distance is 212.1 miles.

How do I travel from State College to Rochester without a car?

The best way to get from State College to Rochester without a car is to bus which takes 9h 40m and costs $60 - $180.

How long does it take to get from State College to Rochester?

It takes approximately 4h 54m to get from State College to Rochester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the State College to Rochester bus from?

State College to Rochester bus services, operated by Fullington Trailways, depart from State College station.

Bus or fly from State College to Rochester?

The best way to get from State College to Rochester is to fly which takes 4h 54m and costs $110 - $550. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $60 - $180 and takes 9h 40m.

Where does the State College to Rochester bus arrive?

State College to Rochester bus services, operated by Fullington Trailways, arrive at DuBois station.

Can I drive from State College to Rochester?

Yes, the driving distance between State College to Rochester is 212 miles. It takes approximately 4h 20m to drive from State College to Rochester.

How do I get a bus ticket from State College to Rochester?

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Where can I stay near Rochester?

There are 158+ hotels available in Rochester.

State College to Rochester - 4 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from State College to Rochester by plane, bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), car, or bus (Greyhound)

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

Fly
best
1. Fly from Penn State University Park Airport (SCE) to Rochester (ROC)SCE - ROC
4h 54m
$110–526
Drive 210.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from State College to Rochester210.8 mi
4h 20m
$39–56
Bus
1. Take the bus from State College to DuBois
2. Take the bus from DuBois to Buffalo
3. Take the bus from Buffalo to Rochester Bus Stop
9h 40m
$64–180
Bus via Scranton
1. Take the bus from State College, Pa to Wilkes Barre, Pa805
2. Take the bus from Scranton Bus Station to Rochester Bus StopGreyhound US0215
10h 40m
$89–234

State College to Rochester by bus

14Weekly Buses

9h 40mAverage Duration

$64Cheapest Price

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Distance: 167.5 mi
Duration: 4h 54m

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

United Airlines and American Airlines fly from Penn State University Park Airport (SCE) to Rochester (ROC) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from State College to Rochester Bus Stop via DuBois and Buffalo in around 9h 40m.

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