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

The cheapest way to get from Lancaster to Rochester is to drive which costs $10 - $16 and takes 1h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lancaster to Rochester is to drive which takes 1h 16m and costs $10 - $16.

Is there a direct bus between Lancaster and Rochester?

No, there is no direct bus from Lancaster to Rochester. However, there are services departing from Pleasant Avenue & Rite Aid and arriving at Rochester via Buffalo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Lancaster and Rochester?

No, there is no direct train from Lancaster station to Rochester. However, there are services departing from Buffalo Depew Station and arriving at Rochester via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 59m.

How far is it from Lancaster to Rochester?

The distance between Lancaster and Rochester is 64 miles. The road distance is 59.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lancaster to Rochester without a car is to train which takes 1h 59m and costs $18 - $170.

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

It takes approximately 1h 59m to get from Lancaster to Rochester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lancaster to Rochester bus from?

Lancaster to Rochester bus services, operated by NFTA, depart from Pleasant Avenue & Rite Aid station.

Where do I catch the Lancaster to Rochester train from?

Lancaster to Rochester train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Buffalo Depew Station.

Train or bus from Lancaster to Rochester?

The best way to get from Lancaster to Rochester is to train which takes 1h 59m and costs $18 - $170. Alternatively, you can line 2 bus and bus, which costs $21 - $55 and takes 3h 39m.

Where does the Lancaster to Rochester bus arrive?

Lancaster to Rochester bus services, operated by NFTA, arrive at Ellicott Street & MTC Static station.

Where does the Lancaster to Rochester train arrive?

Lancaster to Rochester train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Rochester station.

Can I drive from Lancaster to Rochester?

Yes, the driving distance between Lancaster to Rochester is 59 miles. It takes approximately 1h 16m to drive from Lancaster to Rochester.

Where can I stay near Rochester?

There are 175+ hotels available in Rochester.

Lancaster to Rochester - 4 ways to travel via train, line 2 bus, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Lancaster to Rochester by train (Amtrak), bus, car, or bus (Flixbus, Greyhound)

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Buffalo Depew Station to Rochestertrain Maple Leaf / ...
1h 59m
$18–162
Drive 58.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Lancaster to Rochestercar 58.8 mi
1h 16m
$11–16
Line 2 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Pleasant Avenue & Rite Aid to Ellicott Street & MTC Staticbus 2
2. Take the bus from Buffalo to Rochesterbus Adt N809 / ...
3h 39m
$21–52
Line 4 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Walden Avenue & Thruway Transit Center to Ellicott Street & MTC Staticbus 4 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buffalo to Rochester Bus Stopbus FlixBus 2685 / ...
3h 46m
$15–26

Lancaster to Rochester by bus and train

27Weekly Services

1h 59mAverage Duration

$18Cheapest Price

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Distance: 64 mi
Duration: 1h 59m

What companies run services between Lancaster, NY, USA and Rochester, NY, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Buffalo Depew Station to Rochester 5 times a day. Tickets cost $19–40 and the journey takes 51 min. VIA Rail also services this route once daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Pleasant Avenue & Rite Aid to Rochester via Buffalo in around 3h 39m.

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