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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Toronto to Rochester is to drive which takes 3h 12m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Toronto 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 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 to Rochester?

The distance between Toronto and Rochester is 173 miles. The road distance is 157.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Toronto to Rochester without a car is to bus via Buffalo which takes 5h and costs $30 - $85.

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

It takes approximately 5h to get from Toronto to Rochester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Toronto to Rochester bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Toronto to Rochester train from?

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

Train or bus from Toronto to Rochester?

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

Where does the Toronto to Rochester bus arrive?

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

Where does the Toronto to Rochester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Toronto to Rochester?

Yes, the driving distance between Toronto to Rochester is 157 miles. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Toronto to Rochester.

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

Book your Toronto to Rochester train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Rochester?

There are 143+ hotels available in Rochester.

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

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

Bus via Buffalo
best
1. Take the bus from Toronto to Buffalobus Greyhound US0215
2. Take the bus from Buffalo to Rochester Bus Stopbus FlixBus 2685 / ...
5h
$34–82
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Toronto to Rochester Bus Stopbus FlixBus 2685 / ...
5h 15m
$28–110
Train
1. Take the train from Toronto Union Station to Rochestertrain VIA Rail
5h 3m
$30–90
Drive 156.4 mi
1. Drive from Toronto to Rochestercar 156.4 mi
3h 12m
$36–52

Toronto to Rochester by bus

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Toronto to Rochester.

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Distance: 172.2 mi
Duration: 5h

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

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

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