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

The cheapest way to get from Topeka to Rochester is to bus which costs $160 - $350 and takes 27h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Topeka to Rochester is to bus and fly which takes 8h 2m and costs $210 - $950.

Is there a direct bus between Topeka and Rochester?

No, there is no direct bus from Topeka to Rochester. However, there are services departing from Topeka and arriving at Rochester Bus Stop via St Louis Bus Station, Columbus - Mound St and Buffalo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 27h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Topeka and Rochester?

No, there is no direct train from Topeka station to Rochester. However, there are services departing from Topeka Station and arriving at Rochester via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h 47m.

How far is it from Topeka to Rochester?

The distance between Topeka and Rochester is 1020 miles. The road distance is 1113.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Topeka to Rochester without a car is to train which takes 22h 47m and costs $290 - $650.

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

It takes approximately 8h 2m to get from Topeka to Rochester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Topeka to Rochester bus from?

Topeka to Rochester bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Topeka station.

Where do I catch the Topeka to Rochester train from?

Topeka to Rochester train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Topeka Station.

Train or bus from Topeka to Rochester?

The best way to get from Topeka to Rochester is to train which takes 22h 47m and costs $290 - $650. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $160 - $350 and takes 27h 25m.

Where does the Topeka to Rochester bus arrive?

Topeka to Rochester bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at St Louis Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Topeka and Rochester?

Rochester is 1h ahead of Topeka. It is currently 12:28 AM in Topeka and 1:28 AM in Rochester.

Where does the Topeka to Rochester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Topeka to Rochester?

Yes, the driving distance between Topeka to Rochester is 1113 miles. It takes approximately 18h 53m to drive from Topeka to Rochester.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Rochester?

There are 301+ hotels available in Rochester.

Topeka to Rochester - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Topeka to Rochester by bus, plane, train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), or car

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Bus to Kansas City, fly to Rochester
best
1. Take the bus from Quincy Street Station - Topeka to 2745 Southwest Blvd - Kansas Citybus
2. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Rochester (ROC)plane MCI - ROC
8h 2m
$218–923
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Topeka to St Louis Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Columbusbus
3. Take the bus from Columbus - Mound St to Buffalo, NYbus
4. Take the bus from Buffalo to Rochester Bus Stopbus
27h 25m
$168–343
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Topeka Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Southwest Chief
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Rochestertrain Lake Shore Limited
22h 47m
$296–643
Drive 1,106.8 mi
1. Drive from Topeka to Rochestercar 1,106.8 mi
18h 53m
$202–292
Bus to Kansas City, fly to Buffalo Niagara International Airport, bus
1. Take the bus from Quincy Street Station - Topeka to 2745 Southwest Blvd - Kansas Citybus
2. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)plane MCI - BUF
3. Take the bus from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Rochester Bus Stopbus
9h 55m
$331–1,568
Bus to Omaha, fly to Rochester
1. Take the bus from Topeka to Omahabus
2. Fly from Omaha (OMA) to Rochester (ROC)plane OMA - ROC
10h 27m
$335–1,163

Topeka to Rochester by train (Amtrak)

7Weekly Trains

22h 47mAverage Duration

$296Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Topeka to Rochester.

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Distance: 1,014.3 mi
Duration: 8h 2m

What companies run services between Topeka, KS, USA and Rochester, NY, USA?

You can take a train from Topeka Station to Rochester via Chicago Union Station in around 22h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Topeka to Rochester Bus Stop via St Louis Bus Station, Columbus - Mound St, Buffalo, NY, and Buffalo in around 27h 25m.

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