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

The cheapest way to get from Rochester to Petoskey is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 4h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rochester to Petoskey is to drive which takes 4h 2m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Rochester and Petoskey?

No, there is no direct bus from Rochester station to Petoskey. However, there are services departing from Pontiac Amtrak Station and arriving at Petoskey, MI via Lansing, MI. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 17m.

How far is it from Rochester to Petoskey?

The distance between Rochester and Petoskey is 317 miles. The road distance is 244.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rochester to Petoskey without a car is to bus which takes 8h 17m and costs $85 - $150.

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

It takes approximately 8h 17m to get from Rochester to Petoskey, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rochester to Petoskey bus from?

Rochester to Petoskey bus services, operated by Indian Trails, depart from Pontiac Amtrak Station.

Where does the Rochester to Petoskey bus arrive?

Rochester to Petoskey bus services, operated by Indian Trails, arrive at CATA Intermodal Downtown station.

Can I drive from Rochester to Petoskey?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochester to Petoskey is 245 miles. It takes approximately 4h 2m to drive from Rochester to Petoskey.

Where can I stay near Petoskey?

There are 287+ hotels available in Petoskey.

Rochester to Petoskey - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 492 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Rochester to Petoskey by bus, car, train, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Pontiac Amtrak Station to CATA Intermodal Downtownbus 1483
2. Take the bus from Lansing, MI to Petoskey, MIbus 1488
8h 17m
$88–146
Drive 243.2 mi
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1. Drive from Rochester to Petoskeycar 243.2 mi
4h 2m
$45–65
Line 492 bus, train, fly
1. Take the bus from University Drive & Rochester Nearside to Royal Oak Transit Centerbus
2. Take the train from Royal Oak Amtrak to Dearborntrain
3. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Pellston (PLN)plane DTW - PLN
6h 12m
$125–463

Detroit (DTW) to Pellston (PLN) flights

14Weekly Planes

1h 19mAverage Duration

$54Cheapest Price

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Distance: 315.2 mi
Duration: 8h 17m

What companies run services between Rochester, MI, USA and Petoskey, MI, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Rochester to Petoskey via Pontiac Amtrak Station, Lansing, MI, and Petoskey, MI in around 8h 17m.

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