What is the cheapest way to get from Toronto, ON to Rochester?

The cheapest way to get from Toronto, ON to Rochester is to train which costs $30 - $90 and takes 5h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Toronto, ON to Rochester?

The fastest way to get from Toronto, ON to Rochester is to drive which takes 3h 10m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Toronto, ON and Rochester?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Toronto and arriving at Rochester Bus Stop. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Toronto, ON and Rochester?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Toronto Union Station station and arriving at Rochester. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 3m.

How far is it from Toronto, ON to Rochester?

The distance between Toronto, ON and Rochester is 178 miles. The road distance is 156.8 miles.

How do I travel from Toronto, ON to Rochester without a car?

The best way to get from Toronto, ON to Rochester without a car is to train which takes 5h 3m and costs $30 - $90.

How long does it take to get from Toronto, ON to Rochester?

The train from Toronto (Union Station) to Rochester takes 5h 3m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Toronto, ON to Rochester bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Toronto, ON to Rochester train from?

Toronto, ON to Rochester train services, operated by VIA Rail, depart from Toronto Union Station.

Train or bus from Toronto, ON to Rochester?

The best way to get from Toronto, ON to Rochester is to train which takes 5h 3m and costs $30 - $90. Alternatively, you can bus via Buffalo, which costs $30 - $85 and takes 5h 7m.

Where does the Toronto, ON to Rochester bus arrive?

Toronto, ON to Rochester bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Buffalo station.

Where does the Toronto, ON to Rochester train arrive?

Toronto, ON to Rochester train services, operated by VIA Rail, arrive at Rochester station.

Can I drive from Toronto, ON to Rochester?

Yes, the driving distance between Toronto, ON to Rochester is 157 miles. It takes approximately 3h 10m to drive from Toronto, ON to Rochester.

How do I get a train ticket from Toronto, ON to Rochester?

Book your Toronto, ON to Rochester train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Toronto, ON to Rochester?

Book your Toronto, ON to Rochester bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Rochester?

There are 156+ hotels available in Rochester.

Toronto, ON to Rochester - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Toronto, ON to Rochester by train, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Toronto Union Station to Rochestertrain VIA Rail
5h 3m
$30–90
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Toronto to Rochester Bus Stopbus FlixBus 2685 / ...
5h 22m
$29–110
Bus via Buffalo
1. Take the bus from Toronto to Buffalobus Greyhound US0215
2. Take the bus from Buffalo to Rochester Bus Stopbus FlixBus 2685 / ...
5h 7m
$34–82
Drive 155.8 mi
1. Drive from Toronto, ON to Rochestercar 155.8 mi
3h 10m
$36–52

Toronto, ON to Rochester by train

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Distance: 176.6 mi
Duration: 5h 3m

What companies run services between Toronto, ON, Canada and Rochester, NY, USA?

VIA Rail operates a train from Toronto Union Station to Rochester once daily. Tickets cost $30–90 and the journey takes 5h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Toronto, ON to Rochester Bus Stop via Toronto and Buffalo in around 5h 7m.

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