What is the cheapest way to get from Rochester to New Paltz?

The cheapest way to get from Rochester to New Paltz is to drive which costs $45 - $70 and takes 5h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rochester to New Paltz?

The fastest way to get from Rochester to New Paltz is to fly and bus which takes 4h 25m and costs $120 - $650.

Is there a direct bus between Rochester and New Paltz?

No, there is no direct bus from Rochester to New Paltz. However, there are services departing from Rochester Bus Stop and arriving at New Paltz via Albany. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Rochester and New Paltz?

No, there is no direct train from Rochester to New Paltz station. However, there are services departing from Rochester and arriving at Poughkeepsie Amtrak Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 1m.

How far is it from Rochester to New Paltz?

The distance between Rochester and New Paltz is 312 miles. The road distance is 262.7 miles.

How do I travel from Rochester to New Paltz without a car?

The best way to get from Rochester to New Paltz without a car is to train which takes 7h 1m and costs $80 - $240.

How long does it take to get from Rochester to New Paltz?

It takes approximately 7h 1m to get from Rochester to New Paltz, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rochester to New Paltz bus from?

Rochester to New Paltz bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Rochester Bus Stop station.

Where do I catch the Rochester to New Paltz train from?

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

Train or bus from Rochester to New Paltz?

The best way to get from Rochester to New Paltz is to train which takes 7h 1m and costs $80 - $240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $55 - $120 and takes 7h 25m.

Where does the Rochester to New Paltz bus arrive?

Rochester to New Paltz bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Albany Bus Terminal, NY station.

Where does the Rochester to New Paltz train arrive?

Rochester to New Paltz train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Poughkeepsie Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Rochester to New Paltz?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochester to New Paltz is 263 miles. It takes approximately 5h 19m to drive from Rochester to New Paltz.

How do I get a bus ticket from Rochester to New Paltz?

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Rochester to New Paltz - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Rochester to New Paltz by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), car, plane, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Rochester to Poughkeepsie Amtrak Stationtrain Empire Service / ...
7h 1m
$80–234
Drive 261.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Rochester to New Paltzcar 261.2 mi
5h 19m
$48–69
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rochester Bus Stop to Albany Bus Terminal, NYbus Greyhound US0171
2. Take the bus from Albany to New Paltzbus Adt A411 / ...
7h 25m
$55–114
Fly Rochester to Laguardia Airport, bus
1. Fly from Rochester (ROC) to Laguardia Airport (LGA)plane ROC - LGA
2. Take the bus from New York to New Paltzbus
4h 25m
$122–633
Train via Albany
1. Take the train from Rochester to Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Stationtrain Empire Service / ...
2. Take the train from Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station to Poughkeepsie Amtrak Stationtrain Empire Service / ...
7h 33m
$80–371
Fly Rochester to John F. Kennedy International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Rochester (ROC) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)plane ROC - JFK
2. Take the bus from New York to New Paltzbus
4h 30m
$98–409
Fly Rochester to Newark Liberty International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Rochester (ROC) to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)plane ROC - EWR
2. Take the bus from New York to New Paltzbus
4h 38m
$529–1,708
Bus to Buffalo Niagara International Airport, fly to Laguardia Airport, bus
1. Take the bus from Rochester Bus Stop to Buffalo Niagara International Airportbus
2. Fly from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to Laguardia Airport (LGA)plane BUF - LGA
3. Take the bus from New York to New Paltzbus
6h 25m
$125–680

Rochester to New Paltz by train and bus

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7h 1mAverage Duration

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Distance: 310.6 mi
Duration: 7h 1m

What companies run services between Rochester, NY, USA and New Paltz, NY, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Rochester to Poughkeepsie Amtrak Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $95–200 and the journey takes 5h 30m. VIA Rail also services this route once daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rochester Bus Stop to New Paltz via Albany Bus Terminal, NY and Albany in around 7h 25m.

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