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

The cheapest way to get from Rochester to Amherst is to drive which costs $12 - $18 and takes 1h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rochester to Amherst is to train which takes 1h 11m and costs $40 - $190.

Is there a direct bus between Rochester and Amherst?

No, there is no direct bus from Rochester to Amherst station. However, there are services departing from Rochester and arriving at Main Street & University Station via North Division Street & Ellicott Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Rochester and Amherst?

No, there is no direct train from Rochester to Amherst station. However, there are services departing from Rochester and arriving at Buffalo Depew Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 11m.

How far is it from Rochester to Amherst?

The distance between Rochester and Amherst is 69 miles. The road distance is 67 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rochester to Amherst without a car is to train which takes 1h 11m and costs $40 - $190.

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

It takes approximately 1h 11m to get from Rochester to Amherst, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rochester to Amherst bus from?

Rochester to Amherst bus services, operated by Trailways, depart from Rochester station.

Where do I catch the Rochester to Amherst train from?

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

Train or bus from Rochester to Amherst?

The best way to get from Rochester to Amherst is to train which takes 1h 11m and costs $40 - $190. Alternatively, you can bus and line 5 bus, which costs $21 - $50 and takes 2h 37m.

Where does the Rochester to Amherst bus arrive?

Rochester to Amherst bus services, operated by Trailways, arrive at Buffalo station.

Where does the Rochester to Amherst train arrive?

Rochester to Amherst train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Buffalo Depew Station.

Can I drive from Rochester to Amherst?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochester to Amherst is 67 miles. It takes approximately 1h 13m to drive from Rochester to Amherst.

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

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Where can I stay near Amherst?

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Rochester to Amherst - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 5 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Rochester to Amherst by train (Amtrak), bus, car, or bus (Flixbus, Greyhound)

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Rochester to Buffalo Depew Stationtrain Lake Shore Limited / ...
1h 11m
$43–187
Drive 66.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Rochester to Amherstcar 66.6 mi
1h 13m
$13–18
Bus, line 5 bus
1. Take the bus from Rochester to Buffalobus Adt N810 / ...
2. Take the bus from North Division Street & Ellicott Street to Main Street & University Stationbus 5
2h 37m
$21–47
Bus, line 5 bus via Rochester Bus Stop
1. Take the bus from Rochester Bus Stop to Buffalobus FlixBus 2685 / ...
2. Take the bus from North Division Street & Ellicott Street to Main Street & University Stationbus 5
2h 47m
$13–23

Rochester to Amherst by bus

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2h 37mAverage Duration

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Distance: 68.2 mi
Duration: 1h 11m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Rochester to Buffalo Depew Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost $19–40 and the journey takes 1h. VIA Rail also services this route once daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rochester to Main Street & University Station via Buffalo and North Division Street & Ellicott Street in around 2h 37m.

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