How to Travel from
Albany to Rochester
by Route or Car
Eight ways to Travel from Albany to Rochester
Select an Option Below to Start Your Journey
Cheapest
By car (4 353 km)
42 h 13 min
4353 km.
from $239
Other
Train, bus via Madison, Train, bus via Madison
26 h 2 min
1516 km.
from $250.74
Bus
34 h 15 min
1516 km.
from $340.13
Bus, Plane (Fly Albany County Airport to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport)
10 h 14 min
1516 km.
from $317.97
Bus, Plane (Fly Albany County Airport to La Crosse)
10 h 50 min
1516 km.
from $661.68
Train, Plane (Train)
9 h 50 min
1516 km.
from $302.30
Train, Plane (Train to Bradley International Airport)
12 h 19 min
1516 km.
from $452.28
Train, Bus
26 h 56 min
1515 km.
from $365.28
Transport providers
Airlines
American Airlines
Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Albany County Airport to Rochester
Ave. Duration:
5h 49m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$280.25–$1,210.17
Plane from Albany County Airport to Minneapolis–Saint
Ave. Duration:
6h 7m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$203.82–$891.70
Plane from Albany County Airport to La
Ave. Duration:
5h 50m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$267.51–$1,210.17
Plane from Syracuse Hancock International Airport to Minneapolis–Saint
Ave. Duration:
4h 56m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$267.51–$955.39
Plane from Bradley International Airport to Rochester
Ave. Duration:
6h 11m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$280.25–$1,210.17
Delta
Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Albany County Airport to Rochester
Ave. Duration:
8h 57m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$318.46–$700.62
Plane from Albany County Airport to Minneapolis–Saint
Ave. Duration:
5h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.56–$484.07
Plane from Syracuse Hancock International Airport to Minneapolis–Saint
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$140.12–$356.68
Plane from Bradley International Airport to Rochester
Ave. Duration:
6h 52m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$242.03–$700.62
United Airlines
Website:
united.com/
Plane from Albany County Airport to Minneapolis–Saint
Ave. Duration:
6h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$254.77–$891.70
Plane from Syracuse Hancock International Airport to Minneapolis–Saint
Ave. Duration:
5h 17m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$267.51–$764.32
Southwest Airlines
Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Albany County Airport to Minneapolis–Saint
Ave. Duration:
6h 10m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$216.56–$636.93
Sun Country Airlines
Website:
suncountry.com/
Plane from Syracuse Hancock International Airport to Minneapolis–Saint
Ave. Duration:
2h 32m
Frequency:
Thursday and Sunday
Estimated price:
$114.65–$343.94
Train operators
Amtrak
Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
16h 7m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$82.80–$292.99
Train from Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station to Utica
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$14.01–$89.17
Train from Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station to Springfield
Ave. Duration:
2h 22m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$15.29–$95.54
Train from Chicago Union Station to St.
Ave. Duration:
7h 24m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$49.68–$178.34
VIA Rail
Phone:
+1 888 842-7245
Website:
viarail.ca/en
Train from Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station to Utica
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$22.93–$95.54
Bus operators
Groome Transportation
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 New York Midtown to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
20h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$82.80–$254.77
Jefferson Lines
Bus from Madison to Rochester
Ave. Duration:
4h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$45.86–$114.65
Bus from La Crosse to Rochester
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$28.02–$63.69
Bus from St. Paul to Rochester
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$26.75–$62.42
OurBus
Bus from Utica, NY to Syracuse
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$7.64–$53.50
Vangalder Bus
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
Fox Bus
Website:
gotobus.com/fox-bus-inc-/
Bus from Albany, NY to New
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$24.20–$30.57
Capital Bus Tour
Email:
Website:
capitalbustour.com
Bus from Albany, NY to New
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$30.56
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Albany to Rochester?
The cheapest way to get from Albany to Rochester is to bus which costs $141.30 - $380.43 and takes 34h 15m.
What is the fastest way to get from Albany to Rochester?
The fastest way to get from Albany to Rochester is to fly which takes 9h 7m and costs $271.74 - $652.17 .
Is there a direct bus between Albany and Rochester?
No, there is no direct bus from Albany to Rochester. However, there are services departing from Albany, NY and arriving at Rochester via New York Midtown, W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St and Madison. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 34h 15m.
Is there a direct flight between Albany and Rochester?
There are no direct flights between Albany and Rochester. The fastest has 1 change and takes 5h 17m and costs $271.74 - $597.83 .
How far is it from Albany to Rochester?
The distance between Albany and Rochester is 1542 km. The road distance is 1871.8 km.
How do I travel from Albany to Rochester without a car?
The best way to get from Albany to Rochester without a car is to train and bus via Madison which takes 26h 2m and costs $130.43 - $391.30 .
How long does it take to get from Albany to Rochester?
It takes approximately 9h 7m to get from Albany to Rochester, including transfers.
Where do I catch the Albany to Rochester bus from?
Albany to Rochester bus services, operated by Fox Bus, depart from Albany, NY station.
Bus or fly from Albany to Rochester?
The best way to get from Albany to Rochester is to fly which takes 9h 7m and costs $271.74 - $652.17 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $141.30 - $380.43 and takes 34h 15m.
Where does the Albany to Rochester bus arrive?
Albany to Rochester bus services, operated by Fox Bus, arrive at New York, NY - Midtown station.
What is the time difference between Albany and Rochester?
Rochester is 1h behind Albany. It is currently 22:39 in Albany and 21:39 in Rochester.
Can I drive from Albany to Rochester?
Yes, the driving distance between Albany to Rochester is 1872 km. It takes approximately 19h 30m to drive from Albany 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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