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

The cheapest way to get from Waterville to Rochester is to drive which costs $22 - $35 and takes 2h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Waterville to Rochester is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs $22 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Waterville and Rochester?

No, there is no direct bus from Waterville to Rochester. However, there are services departing from Waterville and arriving at Wakefield St. via Hanover Station and Dover Transportation Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 4m.

How far is it from Waterville to Rochester?

The distance between Waterville and Rochester is 140 miles. The road distance is 124.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Waterville to Rochester without a car is to bus and train via Brunswick which takes 5h 4m and costs $110 - $160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 4m to get from Waterville to Rochester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Waterville to Rochester bus from?

Waterville to Rochester bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Waterville station.

Where does the Waterville to Rochester bus arrive?

Waterville to Rochester bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Portsmouth Bus Stop station.

Can I drive from Waterville to Rochester?

Yes, the driving distance between Waterville to Rochester is 124 miles. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from Waterville to Rochester.

Where can I stay near Rochester?

There are 35+ hotels available in Rochester.

Waterville to Rochester - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Bus, train via Brunswick
best
1. Take the bus from Augusta to Brunswick Stationbus FlixBus N2615
2. Take the train from Brunswick Amtrak Station to Dovertrain Downeaster
5h 4m
$112–152
Drive 123.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Waterville to Rochestercar 123.4 mi
2h 23m
$23–33
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Colby College Museum of Art to Portland, MEbus Waterville
2. Take the train from Portland to Dovertrain Downeaster
5h 13m
$53–79
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Waterville to Portsmouth Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0265s
6h 4m
$36–54

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Distance: 139.3 mi
Duration: 5h 4m

What companies run services between Waterville, ME, USA and Rochester, NH, USA?

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Waterville to Portsmouth Bus Stop once daily. Tickets cost $24–40 and the journey takes 3h 15m.

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