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

The cheapest way to get from Plainview to Rochester is to drive which costs $60 - $95 and takes 6h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Plainview to Rochester is to fly which takes 3h 27m and costs $100 - $550.

Is there a direct train between Plainview and Rochester?

No, there is no direct train from Plainview to Rochester. However, there are services departing from Hicksville and arriving at Rochester via New York Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 4m.

How far is it from Plainview to Rochester?

The distance between Plainview and Rochester is 293 miles. The road distance is 346.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Plainview to Rochester without a car is to train which takes 9h 4m and costs $110 - $290.

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

It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from Plainview to Rochester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Plainview to Rochester train from?

Plainview to Rochester train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, depart from Hicksville station.

Train or fly from Plainview to Rochester?

The best way to get from Plainview to Rochester is to fly which takes 3h 27m and costs $100 - $550. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $110 - $290 and takes 9h 4m.

Where does the Plainview to Rochester train arrive?

Plainview to Rochester train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, arrive at New York Penn Station.

Can I drive from Plainview to Rochester?

Yes, the driving distance between Plainview to Rochester is 347 miles. It takes approximately 6h 37m to drive from Plainview to Rochester.

Where can I stay near Rochester?

There are 175+ hotels available in Rochester.

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There are 8 ways to get from Plainview to Rochester by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly John F. Kennedy International Airport to Rochester
best
1. Fly from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Rochester (ROC)plane JFK - ROC
3h 27m
$103–523
Drive 344.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Plainview to Rochestercar 344.5 mi
6h 37m
$63–91
Train
1. Take the train from Hicksville to New York Penn Stationtrain Ronkonkoma Branch / ...
2. Take the train from New York Penn Station to Rochestertrain VIA Rail
9h 4m
$111–281
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Hicksville to New York Penn Stationtrain Ronkonkoma Branch / ...
2. Take the bus from New York Midtown to Rochester Bus Stopbus FlixBus 2685 / ...
9h 18m
$66–116
Train to Newark Liberty International Airport, fly to Rochester
1. Take the train from Hicksville to New York Penn Stationtrain
2. Fly from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Rochester (ROC)plane EWR - ROC
4h 20m
$516–1,668
Bus, train, train to Laguardia Airport, fly to Rochester
1. Take the bus from Old Country Rd + Manetto Hill Rd to Hicksville Sta / Duffybus
2. Take the train from Hicksville to Woodsidetrain
3. Take the train from Woodside to Flushing Main Streettrain
4. Fly from Laguardia Airport (LGA) to Rochester (ROC)plane LGA - ROC
4h 24m
$124–698
Fly John F. Kennedy International Airport to Buffalo Niagara International Airport, bus
1. Fly from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)plane JFK - BUF
2. Take the bus from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Rochester Bus Stopbus
5h 12m
$98–492
Train, bus via New York
1. Take the train from Hicksville to New York Penn Stationtrain Ronkonkoma Branch / ...
2. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Rochester Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0215 / ...
10h 5m
$66–131

Plainview to Rochester by bus and train

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Distance: 291.6 mi
Duration: 3h 27m

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

JetBlue Airways and Delta fly from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Rochester (ROC) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Old Country Rd + Manetto Hill Rd to Rochester via Hicksville Sta / Duffy, Hicksville, and New York Penn Station in around 9h 4m.

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