What is the cheapest way to get from Rochester to Vassar College?

The cheapest way to get from Rochester to Vassar College is to drive which costs $50 - $75 and takes 5h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rochester to Vassar College?

The fastest way to get from Rochester to Vassar College is to fly and train which takes 5h 9m and costs $120 - $650.

Is there a direct train between Rochester and Vassar College?

No, there is no direct train from Rochester to Vassar College station. However, there are services departing from Rochester and arriving at Poughkeepsie Amtrak Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 22m.

How far is it from Rochester to Vassar College?

The distance between Rochester and Vassar College is 302 miles. The road distance is 275.5 miles.

How do I travel from Rochester to Vassar College without a car?

The best way to get from Rochester to Vassar College without a car is to train which takes 6h 22m and costs $80 - $240.

How long does it take to get from Rochester to Vassar College?

It takes approximately 6h 22m to get from Rochester to Vassar College, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rochester to Vassar College train from?

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

Where does the Rochester to Vassar College train arrive?

Rochester to Vassar College train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Poughkeepsie Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Rochester to Vassar College?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochester to Vassar College is 275 miles. It takes approximately 5h 43m to drive from Rochester to Vassar College.

Where can I stay near Vassar College?

There are 130+ hotels available in Vassar College.

Rochester to Vassar College - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Rochester to Vassar College by train (Amtrak), bus, train, car, or plane

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best
1. Take the train from Rochester to Poughkeepsie Amtrak Stationtrain Empire Service / ...
6h 22m
$82–236
Drive 273.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Rochester to Vassar Collegecar 273.9 mi
5h 43m
$50–73
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Rochester Bus Stop to Albany Bus Terminal, NYbus Greyhound US0171
2. Take the train from Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station to Poughkeepsie Amtrak Stationtrain Empire Service / ...
8h 10m
$58–231
Fly Rochester to Laguardia Airport, train
1. Fly from Rochester (ROC) to Laguardia Airport (LGA)plane ROC - LGA
2. Take the train from 125th Street - Harlem to Poughkeepsietrain
5h 9m
$120–608
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 / ...
6h 55m
$82–373
Fly Rochester to John F. Kennedy International Airport, train
1. Fly from Rochester (ROC) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)plane ROC - JFK
2. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Poughkeepsie Amtrak Stationtrain
5h 19m
$101–401
Fly Rochester to Newark Liberty International Airport, train
1. Fly from Rochester (ROC) to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)plane ROC - EWR
2. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Poughkeepsie Amtrak Stationtrain
5h 27m
$532–1,700
Bus to Buffalo Niagara International Airport, fly to Laguardia Airport, train
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 train from 125th Street - Harlem to Poughkeepsietrain
7h 9m
$139–674

Rochester to Vassar College by train, bus, and foot

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6h 22mAverage Duration

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Distance: 299.9 mi
Duration: 6h 22m

What companies run services between Rochester, NY, USA and Vassar College, 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.

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