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

The cheapest way to get from Downtown Toronto to Rochester is to bus via Buffalo which costs $27 - $50 and takes 4h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Downtown Toronto to Rochester is to drive which takes 3h 9m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Downtown Toronto and Rochester?

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

Is there a direct train between Downtown 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 12m.

How far is it from Downtown Toronto to Rochester?

The distance between Downtown Toronto and Rochester is 177 miles. The road distance is 157.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Downtown Toronto to Rochester without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 29m and costs $35 - $190.

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

It takes approximately 4h 29m to get from Downtown Toronto to Rochester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Downtown Toronto to Rochester bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Downtown Toronto to Rochester train from?

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

Train or bus from Downtown Toronto to Rochester?

The best way to get from Downtown Toronto to Rochester is to train via Niagara Falls which takes 4h 43m and costs $70 - $240. Alternatively, you can bus via Buffalo, which costs $27 - $50 and takes 4h 47m.

Where does the Downtown Toronto to Rochester bus arrive?

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

Where does the Downtown Toronto to Rochester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Downtown Toronto to Rochester?

Yes, the driving distance between Downtown Toronto to Rochester is 157 miles. It takes approximately 3h 9m to drive from Downtown Toronto to Rochester.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Rochester?

There are 175+ hotels available in Rochester.

Downtown Toronto to Rochester - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Downtown Toronto to Rochester by bus, train, train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, or bus (Flixbus, Greyhound)

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Union Stn Bus Terminal, 81 Bay St at Lakeshore Blvd, 2nd Floor to Bus Terminalbus 2708
2. Take the train from Niagara Falls Amtrak Station to Rochestertrain Maple Leaf / ...
4h 29m
$36–184
Bus via Buffalo
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Toronto to Buffalobus Greyhound US0215
2. Take the bus from Buffalo to Rochester Bus Stopbus FlixBus 2685 / ...
4h 47m
$28–48
Train via Niagara Falls
1. Take the train from Toronto to Canadian Bordertrain Maple Leaf
2. Take the train from Niagara Falls Amtrak Station to Rochestertrain Maple Leaf / ...
4h 43m
$70–239
Drive 156.2 mi
1. Drive from Downtown Toronto to Rochestercar 156.2 mi
3h 9m
$33–47
Train
1. Take the train from Toronto Union Station to Rochestertrain VIA Rail
5h 12m
$45–190
Bus
1. Take the bus from Toronto to Rochester Bus Stopbus FlixBus 2685 / ...
5h 15m
$28–50

Downtown Toronto to Rochester by bus, foot, and train

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4h 29mAverage Duration

$36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 175.6 mi
Duration: 4h 29m

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

You can take a train from Toronto to Rochester via Canadian Border and Niagara Falls Amtrak Station in around 4h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Toronto to Rochester Bus Stop via Buffalo in around 4h 47m.

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