Rochester, NY is about 251 miles (403 kilometers) from New York City by air, and roughly 333 miles (536 kilometers) by road in typical driving routes. Flight distances are the shortest straight-line connections, while driving distances depend on the chosen highway path and can vary slightly by route. Key options to consider:
- Direct air distance: ~251 miles (403 km).
- Typical driving distance: ~333 miles (536 km), which usually takes around 5 to 6 hours depending on traffic and exact start/end points.
- Common travel modes: domestic flight (ROC to NYC airports like JFK or LGA), train, bus, or car.
If you’d like, specify your preferred start/end airports or stations (e.g., ROC to JFK, ROC to NYC Penn Station) and I can tailor the distance, estimated travel times, and best route options.
