Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Rochester travel guide

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You're Going to Love Rochester

With a population of 12,993, Rochester is a must-see destination in Michigan, United States. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Rochester has to offer.

Where to Eat in Rochester

If you’re looking for affordable options, Chapman House (311 Walnut Blvd) and Naked Burger - Rochester (6870 rochester rd) are great picks.

When to visit Rochester

Rochester in September
Estimated hotel price
$93
1 night at 3-star hotel
Rochester in September
Estimated hotel price
$93
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Rochester

Plane

Although Rochester doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Detroit All airports (DTT), which is located 25 miles from Rochester. The shortest domestic flight to Rochester departs from Atlanta and takes around 1h 50m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Rochester. The train journey from Rochester to Kalamazoo takes 3h 12m and costs around $39 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Chicago, expect to pay about $39 for a 5h 20m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Rochester is to pick up a car rental from Detroit, which is about 24 miles from Rochester. You’ll find branches of Turo and Dollar, among others, in Detroit.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Rochester, including Greyhound, FlixBus and Tornado Bus. From Chicago, the bus ride to Rochester takes 365 miles and will cost you around $70. From Nashville, the ticket costs about $160 for a journey of 545 miles.

Plane

Although Rochester doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Detroit All airports (DTT), which is located 25 miles from Rochester. The shortest domestic flight to Rochester departs from Atlanta and takes around 1h 50m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Rochester. The train journey from Rochester to Kalamazoo takes 3h 12m and costs around $39 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Chicago, expect to pay about $39 for a 5h 20m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Rochester is to pick up a car rental from Detroit, which is about 24 miles from Rochester. You’ll find branches of Turo and Dollar, among others, in Detroit.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Rochester, including Greyhound, FlixBus and Tornado Bus. From Chicago, the bus ride to Rochester takes 365 miles and will cost you around $70. From Nashville, the ticket costs about $160 for a journey of 545 miles.

Airports near Rochester

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FNTFlint Bishop

Airlines serving Rochester

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,837 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,934 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,244 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,968 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Rochester

Most booked hotels in Rochester

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Royal Park Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9, 145 reviews)
$261+
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Sonesta Select Detroit Auburn Hills
3 stars
Excellent (8, 542 reviews)
$90+
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Detroit Marriott Troy
3 stars
Excellent (8, 174 reviews)
$201+
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Troy Inn & Suites
3 stars
Good (7.9, 1151 reviews)
$96+
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Wingate by Wyndham Troy
2 stars
Good (7, 662 reviews)
$68+
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Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Rochester Hills MI
3 stars
Good (6, 848 reviews)
$67+
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Renting a car in Rochester

Renting a car in Rochester costs $43 per day, on average, or $130 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 53% cheaper than airport locations in Rochester.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Rochester (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Rochester is Full-size (Chevrolet Suburban or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Hyundai Veloster or similar) are, on average, 64% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Rochester costs $43 per day, on average, or $130 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 53% cheaper than airport locations in Rochester.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Rochester (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Rochester is Full-size (Chevrolet Suburban or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Hyundai Veloster or similar) are, on average, 64% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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