Philadelphia to Rochester, New York: Road Trip Guide & Distance

254.9 miles 410.2 km · straight line
319.9 miles actual route 514.8 km · driving distance
6h 36min estimated drive time
$31 - $38 estimated fuel cost
~1h 1min flight time
331° NNW bearing direction

How far is Philadelphia from Rochester, New York?

The distance from Philadelphia to Rochester, New York is 254.9 miles (410.2 km) as the crow flies. Rochester, New York is located NNW of Philadelphia. By car, the driving distance is approximately 319.9 miles, taking about 6h 36min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. Both are located in United States — Philadelphia in Pennsylvania and Rochester, New York in New York.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Philadelphia and Rochester, New York. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Philadelphia to Rochester, New York

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 36min $31 - $38 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 1min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 55min $26–$48* Budget
Train ~6h 16min $38–$112* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Philadelphia & Rochester, New York

Quick Facts

Philadelphia
39.95°N, 75.17°W
America/New_York
12m elevation
Rochester, New York
43.16°N, 77.61°W
America/New_York
154m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 85 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 97.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM