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

The cheapest way to get from Champaign to Rochester is to bus which costs $90 - $210 and takes 15h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Champaign to Rochester is to taxi and fly which takes 5h 34m and costs $240 - $850.

Is there a direct bus between Champaign and Rochester?

No, there is no direct bus from Champaign to Rochester. However, there are services departing from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr and arriving at Rochester Bus Stop via Indianapolis, IN, Toledo Bus Stop and Cleveland Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Champaign and Rochester?

No, there is no direct train from Champaign to Rochester. However, there are services departing from Champaign-Urbana and arriving at Rochester via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 6m.

How far is it from Champaign to Rochester?

The distance between Champaign and Rochester is 601 miles. The road distance is 665 miles.

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

The best way to get from Champaign to Rochester without a car is to train which takes 15h 6m and costs $230 - $480.

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

It takes approximately 6h 14m to get from Champaign to Rochester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Champaign to Rochester bus from?

Champaign to Rochester bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr station.

Where do I catch the Champaign to Rochester train from?

Champaign to Rochester train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Champaign-Urbana station.

Train, bus or fly from Champaign to Rochester?

The best way to get from Champaign to Rochester is to fly which takes 6h 14m and costs $140 - $700. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $230 - $480 and takes 15h 6m, you could also bus, which costs $90 - $210 and takes 15h 55m.

Where does the Champaign to Rochester bus arrive?

Champaign to Rochester bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Indianapolis Union Station.

What is the time difference between Champaign and Rochester?

Rochester is 1h ahead of Champaign. It is currently 9:11 PM in Champaign and 10:11 PM in Rochester.

Where does the Champaign to Rochester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Champaign to Rochester?

Yes, the driving distance between Champaign to Rochester is 665 miles. It takes approximately 12h 3m to drive from Champaign to Rochester.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Rochester?

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Fly from University Of Illinois Willard Airport
best
1. Fly from University Of Illinois Willard Airport (CMI) to Rochester (ROC)plane CMI - ROC
6h 14m
$143–691
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr to Indianapolis Union Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis, IN to Toledobus
3. Take the bus from Toledo Bus Stop to Cleveland Bus Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Cleveland Bus Station to Rochester Bus Stopbus
15h 55m
$95–209
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Champaign-Urbana to Chicago Union Stationtrain Saluki / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Rochestertrain Lake Shore Limited
15h 6m
$232–474
Drive 661.2 mi
1. Drive from Champaign to Rochestercar 661.2 mi
12h 3m
$121–175
Taxi to Decatur Airport, fly
1. Take the taxi from Champaign to Decatur Airport (DEC)taxi
2. Fly from Decatur Airport (DEC) to Rochester (ROC)plane DEC - ROC
5h 34m
$246–812

Champaign to Rochester by train (Amtrak)

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15h 6mAverage Duration

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Distance: 597.4 mi
Duration: 6h 14m

What companies run services between Champaign, IL, USA and Rochester, NY, USA?

United Airlines and American Airlines fly from University Of Illinois Willard Airport (CMI) to Rochester (ROC) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from Champaign-Urbana to Rochester via Chicago Union Station in around 15h 6m.

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