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

The cheapest way to get from Springfield to Rochester is to drive which costs $130 - $200 and takes 13h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Springfield to Rochester is to fly which takes 4h 24m and costs $170 - $900.

Is there a direct bus between Springfield and Rochester?

No, there is no direct bus from Springfield to Rochester. However, there are services departing from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center and arriving at Rochester Bus Stop via Chicago Bus Station and Cleveland Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Springfield and Rochester?

No, there is no direct train from Springfield to Rochester. However, there are services departing from Springfield and arriving at Rochester via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 44m.

How far is it from Springfield to Rochester?

The distance between Springfield and Rochester is 673 miles. The road distance is 750 miles.

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

The best way to get from Springfield to Rochester without a car is to train which takes 15h 44m and costs $420 - $700.

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

It takes approximately 4h 24m to get from Springfield to Rochester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Springfield to Rochester bus from?

Springfield to Rochester bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center station.

Where do I catch the Springfield to Rochester train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Springfield to Rochester?

The best way to get from Springfield to Rochester is to fly which takes 4h 24m and costs $170 - $900. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $420 - $700 and takes 15h 44m, you could also bus, which costs $140 - $230 and takes 18h 30m.

Where does the Springfield to Rochester bus arrive?

Springfield to Rochester bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Springfield and Rochester?

Rochester is 1h ahead of Springfield. It is currently 10:33 PM in Springfield and 11:33 PM in Rochester.

Where does the Springfield to Rochester train arrive?

Springfield to Rochester train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Springfield to Rochester?

Yes, the driving distance between Springfield to Rochester is 750 miles. It takes approximately 13h 30m to drive from Springfield to Rochester.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Springfield to Rochester?

Book your Springfield to Rochester bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Rochester?

There are 176+ hotels available in Rochester.

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There are 5 ways to get from Springfield to Rochester by plane, train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), car, or bus

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Fly from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
best
1. Fly from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) to Rochester (ROC)plane SPI - ROC
4h 24m
$179–886
Drive 745.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Springfield to Rochestercar 745.6 mi
13h 30m
$137–197
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Springfield to Chicago Union Stationtrain Lincoln Service / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Rochestertrain Lake Shore Limited
15h 44m
$422–656
Bus
1. Take the bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to Chicago Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Cleveland Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Cleveland Bus Station to Rochester Bus Stopbus
18h 30m
$140–221
Bus to Decatur Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to Decatur Downtown Transportation Centerbus
2. Fly from Decatur Airport (DEC) to Rochester (ROC)plane DEC - ROC
8h 29m
$185–895

Springfield to Rochester by train (Amtrak)

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15h 44mAverage Duration

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Distance: 669 mi
Duration: 4h 24m

What companies run services between Springfield, IL, USA and Rochester, NY, USA?

American Airlines flies from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) to Rochester (ROC) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from Springfield to Rochester via Chicago Union Station in around 15h 44m.

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