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How to Travel from

Chicago to Rochester

by Plane, Rideshare, Route or Car

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Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Rochester
Ave. Duration:
1h 21m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$292.99–$828.01
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Minneapolis–Saint
Ave. Duration:
1h 31m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.39–$331.20
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to La
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$292.99–$1,210.17
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Waterloo
Ave. Duration:
1h 13m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$420.37–$535.02

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Rochester
Ave. Duration:
3h 22m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$140.12–$471.33
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Minneapolis–Saint
Ave. Duration:
1h 37m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$89.17–$331.20
Plane from Midway International Airport to Minneapolis–Saint
Ave. Duration:
1h 37m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.91–$369.42

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Minneapolis–Saint
Ave. Duration:
1h 34m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.86–$318.46

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Midway International Airport to Minneapolis–Saint
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$140.12–$458.59

Sun Country Airlines

Website:
suncountry.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Minneapolis–Saint
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Saturday
Estimated price:
$70.06–$382.16

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Chicago Union Station to Milwaukee
Ave. Duration:
1h 29m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$12.74–$89.17
Train from Chicago Union Station to St.
Ave. Duration:
7h 24m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$49.68–$178.34

Bus operators

Groome Transportation

Phone:
+1 (334) 821-3399
Website:
groometransportation.com
Bus from Minneapolis / St Paul Airport to Groome
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$21.66–$50.95

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Chicago Bus Station to Madison
Ave. Duration:
3h 50m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$17.83–$76.43

Jefferson Lines

Phone:
+1-858-800-8898
Website:
jeffersonlines.com/
Bus from Milwaukee to Rochester
Ave. Duration:
5h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$56.05–$140.12
Bus from St. Paul to Rochester
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$26.75–$62.42
Bus from La Crosse to Rochester
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$28.02–$63.69
Bus from Madison to Rochester
Ave. Duration:
4h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$45.86–$114.65

Vangalder Bus

Phone:
+1 608-752-5407
Website:
coachusa.com/van-galder-bus-company
Bus from W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St to 250
Ave. Duration:
3h 35m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$22.93–$45.86

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Rochester is to drive which costs $59.78 - $92.39 and takes 5h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Rochester is to fly which takes 4h 13m and costs $184.78 - $456.52 .

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Rochester?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago to Rochester. However, there are services departing from W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St and arriving at Rochester via Madison. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 55m.

Is there a direct flight between Chicago and Rochester?

Yes, there are direct flights between Chicago and Rochester; these take 1h 11m and cost $184.78 - $434.78 .

How far is it from Chicago to Rochester?

The distance between Chicago and Rochester is 474 km. The road distance is 560.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Chicago to Rochester without a car is to train and bus via Milwaukee which takes 8h 9m and costs $59.78 - $195.65 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 13m to get from Chicago to Rochester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Rochester bus from?

Chicago to Rochester bus services, operated by Vangalder Bus, depart from W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St station.

Bus or fly from Chicago to Rochester?

The best way to get from Chicago to Rochester is to fly which takes 4h 13m and costs $184.78 - $456.52 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $59.78 - $141.30 and takes 8h 55m.

Where does the Chicago to Rochester bus arrive?

Chicago to Rochester bus services, operated by Vangalder Bus, arrive at 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus station.

Can I drive from Chicago to Rochester?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Rochester is 560 km. It takes approximately 5h 42m to drive from Chicago to Rochester.

Where can I stay near Rochester?

There are 92+ hotels available in Rochester. Prices start at $50.10 per night.
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