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

The cheapest way to get from Rochester to Boston is to drive which costs $29 - $45 and takes 3h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rochester to Boston is to drive which takes 3h 5m and costs $29 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Rochester and Boston?

No, there is no direct bus from Rochester to Boston. However, there are services departing from BarHarbor Bank, Rochester and arriving at Boston South Buses via Tri-Valley Transit Depot – Randolph and Dartmouth College. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Rochester and Boston?

No, there is no direct train from Rochester to Boston. However, there are services departing from Randolph Amtrak and arriving at Boston via Springfield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 42m.

How far is it from Rochester to Boston?

The distance between Rochester and Boston is 189 miles. The road distance is 163.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rochester to Boston without a car is to bus which takes 6h 29m and costs $35 - $60.

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

It takes approximately 6h 29m to get from Rochester to Boston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rochester to Boston bus from?

Rochester to Boston bus services, operated by Tri-Valley Transit, depart from Tri-Valley Transit Depot – Randolph station.

Where do I catch the Rochester to Boston train from?

Rochester to Boston train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Randolph Amtrak station.

Train or bus from Rochester to Boston?

The best way to get from Rochester to Boston is to bus which takes 6h 29m and costs $35 - $60. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $65 - $190 and takes 8h 42m.

Where does the Rochester to Boston bus arrive?

Rochester to Boston bus services, operated by Tri-Valley Transit, arrive at Webster Hall, Wentworth St. Hanover station.

Where does the Rochester to Boston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rochester to Boston?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochester to Boston is 164 miles. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Rochester to Boston.

Where can I stay near Boston?

There are 1765+ hotels available in Boston.

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Tri-Valley Transit Depot – Randolph to Webster Hall, Wentworth St. Hanoverbus 89er South
2. Take the bus from Dartmouth College to Boston South Busesbus Hanover
6h 29m
$35–58
Drive 162.8 mi
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1. Drive from Rochester to Bostoncar 162.8 mi
3h 5m
$30–43
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Randolph Amtrak to Springfieldtrain Vermonter
2. Take the train from Springfield to Bostontrain Lake Shore Limited
8h 42m
$67–184

Rochester to Boston by bus

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6h 29mAverage Duration

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Distance: 187.7 mi
Duration: 6h 29m

What companies run services between Rochester, VT, USA and Boston, MA, USA?

You can take a bus from BarHarbor Bank, Rochester to Boston South Buses via Tri-Valley Transit Depot – Randolph and Dartmouth College in around 6h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from BarHarbor Bank, Rochester to Boston via Tri-Valley Transit Depot – Randolph, Randolph Amtrak, and Springfield in around 8h 42m.

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