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

The cheapest way to get from Joliet to Rochester is to bus which costs $90 - $170 and takes 17h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Joliet to Rochester is to train and fly which takes 4h 5m and costs $160 - $900.

Is there a direct bus between Joliet and Rochester?

No, there is no direct bus from Joliet station to Rochester. However, there are services departing from Joliet Union Station and arriving at Rochester Bus Stop via Herion Way at Wheeler, Pace Harvey TC Bay A, Chicago, Gary Bus Station and Cleveland Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Joliet and Rochester?

No, there is no direct train from Joliet to Rochester. However, there are services departing from Joliet and arriving at Rochester via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 51m.

How far is it from Joliet to Rochester?

The distance between Joliet and Rochester is 593 miles. The road distance is 606.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Joliet to Rochester without a car is to train which takes 13h 51m and costs $140 - $360.

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

It takes approximately 4h 55m to get from Joliet to Rochester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Joliet to Rochester bus from?

Joliet to Rochester bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Gary Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Joliet to Rochester train from?

Joliet to Rochester train services, operated by Metra, depart from Joliet station.

Train or bus from Joliet to Rochester?

The best way to get from Joliet to Rochester is to train which takes 13h 51m and costs $140 - $360. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $90 - $170 and takes 17h 32m.

Where does the Joliet to Rochester bus arrive?

Joliet to Rochester bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Cleveland Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Joliet and Rochester?

Rochester is 1h ahead of Joliet. It is currently 8:46 PM in Joliet and 9:46 PM in Rochester.

Where does the Joliet to Rochester train arrive?

Joliet to Rochester train services, operated by Metra, arrive at LaSalle Street station.

Can I drive from Joliet to Rochester?

Yes, the driving distance between Joliet to Rochester is 606 miles. It takes approximately 10h 40m to drive from Joliet to Rochester.

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

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Where can I stay near Rochester?

There are 174+ hotels available in Rochester.

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There are 7 ways to get from Joliet to Rochester by train, plane, train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

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Train to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly to Rochester
best
1. Take the train from Joliet to LaSalle Streettrain
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Rochester (ROC)plane ORD - ROC
4h 55m
$123–681
Bus (Greyhound)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gary Bus Station to Cleveland Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0164
2. Take the bus from Cleveland Bus Station to Rochester Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0171
17h 32m
$92–161
Train
1. Take the train from Joliet to LaSalle Streettrain Ri
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Rochestertrain Lake Shore Limited
13h 51m
$146–357
Drive 602.9 mi
1. Drive from Joliet to Rochestercar 602.9 mi
10h 40m
$110–159
Train to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly to Rochester
1. Take the train from Joliet Gateway Center to Summit Amtraktrain
2. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Rochester (ROC)plane MDW - ROC
4h 5m
$163–878
Train to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly to Buffalo Niagara International Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Joliet to LaSalle Streettrain
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)plane ORD - BUF
3. Take the bus from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Rochester Bus Stopbus
6h 50m
$187–327
Train to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly to Buffalo Niagara International Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Joliet Gateway Center to Summit Amtraktrain
2. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)plane MDW - BUF
3. Take the bus from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Rochester Bus Stopbus
6h 2m
$177–334

Joliet to Rochester by train and foot

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13h 51mAverage Duration

$146Cheapest Price

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Distance: 589.3 mi
Duration: 4h 55m

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

You can take a train from Joliet to Rochester via LaSalle Street and Chicago Union Station in around 13h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Joliet Union Station to Rochester Bus Stop via Herion Way at Wheeler, Pace Harvey TC Bay A, 95th/Dan Ryan CTA Station Bay J, Chicago, Gary Bus Station, and Cleveland Bus Station in around 17h 32m.

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