Bus Tickets from New York, NY to Rochester, NY

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TodayApr 25
from US$67
TomorrowApr 26
from US$46
SunApr 27
from US$46
MonApr 28
from US$56
TueApr 29
from US$46
WedApr 30
from US$45
ThuMay 1
from US$46
FriMay 2
from US$56

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: New York
    Departure location: 95 Canal St
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: Rochester
    Destination location: #400 Jefferson Rd
    Operated by: Wanda CoachWanda Coach
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: New York
    Departure location: Midtown - 300 W 31st St
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: Rochester
    Destination location: Rochester
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: New York
    Departure location: New York Port Authority
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: Rochester
    Destination location: Rochester
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: New York
    Departure location: GW Bridge
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: Rochester
    Destination location: Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC)
    Operated by: OurBusOurBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: New York
    Departure location: New York Port Authority
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: Rochester
    Destination location: Bus Station
    Operated by: New York TrailwaysNew York Trailways
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus New York to Rochester: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$55
Average Bus Trip Duration7h 20m
Number of daily buses29
Earliest bus departure1:25am
Distance399 km
Latest bus departure11:59pm

New York to Rochester Bus

Busbud shows you the best bus ticket fares and bus schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by bus from New York to Rochester.

We make it our job to connect you with the most dependable bus companies that cover bus service from New York to Rochester.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Rochester from New York, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip New York - Rochester

  1. How long does it take to get to Rochester from New York by bus?

    The typical travel time from New York to Rochester by bus is around 7h 20m. If you're looking for the fastest way to get there, you'll find a bus doing the trip in about 5h 30m.

  2. What is the distance between New York and Rochester?

    The distance between New York and Rochester is around 404 km (251 miles).

  3. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from New York to Rochester?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at New York Port Authority, in New York, and end it at Bus Station, in Rochester.

  4. What is the cheapest way to go from New York to Rochester?

    If you're on a budget, consider traveling by bus to Rochester from New York; it tends to be more affordable. The ticket price for this bus starts at US$38, making this your best choice for this trip.

  5. How much is the bus from New York to Rochester?

    Taking the bus from New York to Rochester costs on average US$55.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
04-23
US$65
04-24
US$65
Today
US$58
04-26
US$40
04-27
US$40
04-28
US$48
04-29
US$40
04-30
US$36
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from New York to Rochester was searched and found on Apr 30, 2025 with a price of US$36

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from New York to Rochester, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$36 to US$118 for a bus ticket from New York to Rochester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$36 which is on 2025-04-30.

Usually New York Trailways will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from New York to Rochester.

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Did you know?

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

What's the cheapest way to go from New York to Rochester?

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