What is the cheapest way to get from Washington DC to Rochester?

The cheapest way to get from Washington DC to Rochester is to drive which costs $65 - $95 and takes 7h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Washington DC to Rochester?

The fastest way to get from Washington DC to Rochester is to fly which takes 2h 59m and costs $140 - $950.

Is there a direct train between Washington DC and Rochester?

No, there is no direct train from Washington DC to Rochester. However, there are services departing from Metro Center, Red Line Track 1 Platform and arriving at Rochester via Washington Union Station and Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 29m.

How far is it from Washington DC to Rochester?

The distance between Washington DC and Rochester is 310 miles. The road distance is 360 miles.

How do I travel from Washington DC to Rochester without a car?

The best way to get from Washington DC to Rochester without a car is to train which takes 11h 29m and costs $160 - $370.

How long does it take to get from Washington DC to Rochester?

It takes approximately 2h 59m to get from Washington DC to Rochester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Washington DC to Rochester train from?

Washington DC to Rochester train services, operated by Amtrak Acela, depart from Washington Union Station.

Train, bus or fly from Washington DC to Rochester?

The best way to get from Washington DC to Rochester is to fly which takes 2h 59m and costs $140 - $950. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $160 - $370 and takes 11h 29m, you could also bus, which costs $70 - $190 and takes 12h 38m.

Where does the Washington DC to Rochester train arrive?

Washington DC to Rochester train services, operated by Amtrak Acela, arrive at Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station.

Can I drive from Washington DC to Rochester?

Yes, the driving distance between Washington DC to Rochester is 360 miles. It takes approximately 7h 21m to drive from Washington DC to Rochester.

Where can I stay near Rochester?

There are 162+ hotels available in Rochester.

Washington DC to Rochester - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 9 ways to get from Washington DC to Rochester by plane, train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, subway, train, bus, 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 Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport to Rochester
best
1. Fly from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Rochester (ROC)plane DCA - ROC
2h 59m
$148–923
Drive 357.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Washington DC to Rochestercar 357.9 mi
7h 21m
$66–95
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Washington Union Station to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Stationtrain Acela
2. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Rochestertrain Maple Leaf / ...
11h 29m
$162–363
Bus
1. Take the bus from Washington Union Station to Newark Penn Stationbus Greyhound US0670 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newark Penn Station to Rochester Bus Stopbus FlixBus 2685 / ...
12h 38m
$70–183
Subway to Washington Dulles International Airport, fly to Rochester
1. Take the subway from McPherson Square, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Track 2 Platform to Washington Dulles International Airport, Silver Line Center Platformsubway
2. Fly from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Rochester (ROC)plane IAD - ROC
3h 29m
$82–477
Train to Baltimore-Washington International Airport, fly to Rochester
1. Take the train from Washington Union Station to BWI Thurgood Marshalltrain
2. Fly from Baltimore-Washington International Airport (BWI) to Rochester (ROC)plane BWI - ROC
3h 22m
$149–1,222
Fly Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport to Buffalo Niagara International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)plane DCA - BUF
2. Take the bus from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Rochester Bus Stopbus
4h 55m
$241–1,618
Train via New York
1. Take the train from Washington Union Station to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Stationtrain Acela
2. Take the train from New York Penn Station to Rochestertrain VIA Rail
11h 32m
$117–263
Bus via Harrisburg
1. Take the bus from Washington Union Station to Harrisburg Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Harrisburg, Pa to Scranton, Pabus 770
3. Take the bus from Scranton Bus Station to Rochester Bus Stopbus
14h 36m
$79–188

Washington DC to Rochester by foot, subway, and train (Amtrak)

28Weekly Services

11h 29mAverage Duration

$162Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Washington DC to Rochester.

Launch map view

Distance: 308.2 mi
Duration: 2h 59m

What companies run services between Washington DC, USA and Rochester, NY, USA?

American Airlines and Delta fly from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Rochester (ROC) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Washington DC to Rochester via Metro Center, Red Line Track 1 Platform, Union Station, Red Line Center Platform, Washington Union Station, and Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station in around 11h 29m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United States

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.