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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Ontario to Rochester is to drive which takes 3h 10m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Ontario and Rochester?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Toronto and arriving at Rochester. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Ontario 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 Ontario to Rochester?

The distance between Ontario and Rochester is 177 miles. The road distance is 157.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ontario 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 Ontario to Rochester?

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

Where do I catch the Ontario to Rochester bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ontario to Rochester train from?

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

Train or bus from Ontario to Rochester?

The best way to get from Ontario 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 Ontario to Rochester bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ontario to Rochester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ontario to Rochester?

Yes, the driving distance between Ontario to Rochester is 157 miles. It takes approximately 3h 10m to drive from Ontario to Rochester.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Rochester?

There are 175+ hotels available in Rochester.

Ontario to Rochester - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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

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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 156.5 mi
1. Drive from Toronto to Rochestercar 156.5 mi
3h 10m
$33–47
Bus
1. Take the bus from Toronto to Rochesterbus Adt N813-D / ...
4h 50m
$30–110
Train
1. Take the train from Toronto Union Station to Rochestertrain VIA Rail
5h 12m
$45–190
Drive, fly
1. Drive from Windsor to Michigan & Casscar
2. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Rochester (ROC)plane DTW - ROC
3h 27m
$168–1,122

Ontario 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 Ontario, 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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