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

The cheapest way to get from Rochester to Erie is to bus which costs $45 - $90 and takes 9h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rochester to Erie is to drive which takes 5h 9m and costs $50 - $80.

Is there a direct bus between Rochester and Erie?

No, there is no direct bus from Rochester to Erie. However, there are services departing from University Drive & Rochester Nearside and arriving at Erie via Jason Hargrove Transit Center Bay 11, Detroit Bus Station and Cleveland Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 16m.

How far is it from Rochester to Erie?

The distance between Rochester and Erie is 293 miles. The road distance is 293.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rochester to Erie without a car is to bus and train which takes 8h 25m and costs $85 - $180.

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

It takes approximately 8h 25m to get from Rochester to Erie, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rochester to Erie bus from?

Rochester to Erie bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Detroit Bus Station.

Where does the Rochester to Erie bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rochester to Erie?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochester to Erie is 294 miles. It takes approximately 5h 9m to drive from Rochester to Erie.

Where can I stay near Erie?

There are 66+ hotels available in Erie.

Rochester to Erie - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Rochester to Erie by bus, train, bus (Greyhound), or car

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Bus, train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the bus from Detroit to Toledobus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the train from Toledo to Erie Stationtrain Lake Shore Limited
8h 25m
$88–173
Bus (Greyhound)
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1. Take the bus from Detroit Bus Station to Cleveland Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0420
2. Take the bus from Cleveland Bus Station to Eriebus Greyhound US0170
9h 16m
$45–89
Drive 291.9 mi
1. Drive from Rochester to Eriecar 291.9 mi
5h 9m
$54–77

Rochester to Erie by bus and train (Amtrak)

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8h 25mAverage Duration

$88Cheapest Price

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Distance: 291.1 mi
Duration: 8h 25m

What companies run services between Rochester, MI, USA and Erie, PA, USA?

You can take a bus from University Drive & Rochester Nearside to Erie via Jason Hargrove Transit Center Bay 9, Jason Hargrove Transit Center Bay 11, Larned & Griswold, Detroit Bus Station, and Cleveland Bus Station in around 9h 16m.

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