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

The cheapest way to get from Albany to Rochester is to drive which costs $20 - $30 and takes 2h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Albany to Rochester is to drive which takes 2h 58m and costs $20 - $30.

Is there a direct bus between Albany and Rochester?

No, there is no direct bus from Albany to Rochester. However, there are services departing from Greyhound \ Trailways Terminal and arriving at Brandon, VT via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 44m.

How far is it from Albany to Rochester?

The distance between Albany and Rochester is 130 miles. The road distance is 113.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Albany to Rochester without a car is to train and taxi which takes 3h 31m and costs $80 - $140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 31m to get from Albany to Rochester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Albany to Rochester bus from?

Albany to Rochester bus services, operated by Vermont Translines, depart from Greyhound \ Trailways Terminal station.

Where does the Albany to Rochester bus arrive?

Albany to Rochester bus services, operated by Vermont Translines, arrive at Brandon, VT station.

Can I drive from Albany to Rochester?

Yes, the driving distance between Albany to Rochester is 114 miles. It takes approximately 2h 58m to drive from Albany to Rochester.

Where can I stay near Rochester?

There are 163+ hotels available in Rochester.

Albany to Rochester - 3 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Albany to Rochester by train, taxi, bus, or car

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Train, taxi (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station to Rutlandtrain Ethan Allen Express
2. Take the taxi from Rutland to Rochestertaxi
3h 31m
$81–131
Drive 113.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Albany to Rochestercar 113.2 mi
2h 58m
$21–30
Bus
1. Take the bus from Greyhound \ Trailways Terminal to Brandon, VTbus 7
3h 44m
$55–71

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Distance: 129.2 mi
Duration: 3h 31m

What companies run services between Albany, NY, USA and Rochester, VT, USA?

Vermont Translines operates a bus from Greyhound \ Trailways Terminal to Brandon, VT twice daily. Tickets cost $19–26 and the journey takes 3h 15m.

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