Is there a way to reach Rochester from New York without flying?

You can take a bus or a train to go from New York to Rochester. The two options are convenient and sustainable ways to reach Rochester. Another option is using carpool services and riding with fellow travelers.

How long is the bus trip from New York to Rochester?

On average, the trip from New York to Rochester takes around 7h 20m, although the fastest bus will take 5h 30m, on average. This is the time it takes to travel the 251 miles (404 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the distance between New York and Rochester?

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

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from New York to Rochester?

If you're headed to Rochester from New York, chances are that your bus will leave from New York Port Authority and arrive at Bus Station. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

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

Go for the bus if you want the most economical way to travel this route. The lowest price for the bus on this route is $38.

What is the ticket price for the bus trip from New York to Rochester?

You can expect to pay around $55 for a bus ticket. In the past 30 days, prices have fluctuated between $38 and $224, so it's best to compare them to make sure you get the best deal.

New York to Rochester (NY), US Bus Tickets

FriApr 25

from $54

SatApr 26

from $40

SunApr 27

from $40

MonApr 28

from $46

TueApr 29

from $40

WedApr 30

from $36

ThuMay 1

from $40

FriMay 2

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
Departure time: April 26 at 5:00pm
Departure city: New York
Departure location: 95 Canal St
Arrival time: April 26 at 10:30pm
Destination city: Rochester
Destination location: #400 Jefferson Rd
Operated by: Wanda Coach
Vehicle: BusDuration: 5h 30m
Departure time: April 26 at 8:00am
Departure city: New York
Departure location: Midtown - 300 W 31st St
Arrival time: April 26 at 2:40pm
Destination city: Rochester
Destination location: Rochester
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 6h 40m
Departure time: April 26 at 1:25am
Departure city: New York
Departure location: New York Port Authority
Arrival time: April 26 at 8:40am
Destination city: Rochester
Destination location: Rochester
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 7h 15m
Departure time: April 26 at 8:20am
Departure city: New York
Departure location: GW Bridge
Arrival time: April 26 at 3:20pm
Destination city: Rochester
Destination location: Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC)
Operated by: OurBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 7h
Departure time: April 26 at 10:00am
Departure city: New York
Departure location: New York Port Authority
Arrival time: April 26 at 5:00pm
Destination city: Rochester
Destination location: Bus Station
Operated by: New York Trailways
Vehicle: BusDuration: 7h

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Bus New York to Rochester: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$55

Average bus trip duration7h 20m

Number of daily buses29

Earliest bus departure1:25am

Distance249 miles (401 km)

Latest bus departure11:59pm

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FlixBus

3.5/58,379 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.6

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

FlixBus New York Rochester recent customer reviews

We got to the destination on time

Ayisha I.

November 22, 2024

Not good..Driver was not nice..

Iskandar F.

June 10, 2024

Bus was very late

Michael O.

October 17, 2023

Greyhound

3.5/586,942 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.3

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

Greyhound New York Rochester recent customer reviews

Mentally disturbing bus service, my bus got cancelled twice and I was alone in the NY city managing all by myself and my luggage. It was hopeless after travelling over the seas and being heard greyhound as a most typical and popular bus service, my experience was worst!

Ashnil V.

January 9, 2022

It was very poor on the way back to Rochester, the bus broke down. I did not have a problem with this, but I feel preventative maintenance and daily checks are an important part of a fleet. Especially in a company like Gray Hound. Then we had to wait 4 hours just for anther bus to pick us up. There should have been an earlier bus and a better plan for a transfer. With better planing we would have had only maybe a 2 hour delay.

Iron B.

January 2, 2020

I had a wonderful time specially behavior to charge my phone up and be ready to talk to Ma Bro as I travel

Quadir M.

July 24, 2019

New York Trailways

4/54,358 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.1

Customers have shared positive experiences with Trailways, highlighting the friendly and helpful drivers who made their trips more pleasant. The service was also noted for being on time and courteous. However, some travelers mentioned difficulties in locating the bus station at Port Authority and issues such as a lack of toilet paper and non-functional Wi-Fi during their journeys.

New York Trailways New York Rochester recent customer reviews

As a first time traveler on Trail-ways there was no sign to say that toilet paper can be restocked from the last overhead storage. There was no toilet paper and I saw it in the back when I was looking for my bag.The Wi-Fi did not work at all and the bus was a full trip and we only got to sit as a family after Syracuse.

Andrea M.

July 27, 2024

They were on time and curtious. I would recommend them. The bus was a little dirty and that should be worked on. But I think I would use them again.

Maria Pia S.

October 12, 2023

I don’t understand why there is no longer any rest stop to get food . That is ridiculous

Shantana G.

October 7, 2023

OurBus

4/53,050 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3.2

Customers have praised the bus service for its wonderful experience and safety precautions taken by the driver. They appreciate being informed about next stops and breaks. However, some reviews mention repetitive content regarding positive experiences with drivers' services.

OurBus New York Rochester recent customer reviews

Great service by the driver with informing us about next stops, breaking, and Checking with us.

Moram H.

December 20, 2023

Our bus was a wonderful experience and I can appreciate the driver taking safety precautions as the weather changes in different areas I would recommend everyone ride our bus and I will be booking with them next month for my next ride

Antionette M.

March 19, 2023

That it was comfortable clean and a safe ride.

Enjoli L.

August 8, 2024

Wanda Coach

2.5/5576 reviews

Staff3

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness2.4

Wifi1.7

Wanda Coach is one of the main Chinatown bus carriers in the US, connecting about 75 cities around the country with inexpensive tickets and comfortable bus rides. Wanda Coach buses travel between Chinatown neighborhoods with direct buses that are affordable, safe and have convenient pick-up and drop-off locations. If you travel with Wanda Coach, you can reschedule your tickets for a $10 fee up to 2 hours before travel time, and their buses have free WiFi, power outlets and bathrooms.

Wanda Coach New York Rochester recent customer reviews

They cancelled my bus without emailing me and I showed up for nothing

Matthew C.

February 16, 2025

it was fast and i reach the right time

Ralston M.

February 20, 2023

Good service

Vijayarajah S.

February 8, 2023

Adirondack Trailways

4/51,069 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi2.4

US bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Los Limousines, Tornado Bus, Valley Transit, New York Trailways, Wanda Coach

New York to Rochester Bus

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Where are the popular stops in New York and Rochester?

Stops in New York

A - New York Port Authority

B - GW Bridge

C - Chinatown

D - 26th St & Park Ave

E - 11th Ave (between W35th and W36th Street)

F - Chinatown - E Broadway

Stops in Rochester

A - Bus Station

B - Rochester Institute of Technology

C - U of R

Frequently asked questions for your trip New York - Rochester

Is there a way to reach Rochester from New York without flying?
How long is the bus trip from New York to Rochester?
What is the distance between New York and Rochester?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from New York to Rochester?
What is the cheapest way to go from New York to Rochester?
What is the ticket price for the bus trip from New York to Rochester?

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

Best price found

04/21

$71

04/22

$40

Today

$65

04/24

$40

04/25

$54

04/26

$40

04/27

$40

04/28

$46

The cheapest trip from New York to Rochester was searched and found on Apr 22, 2025 with a price of $40

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 $40 to $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 $40 which is on 2025-04-24.

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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Bus Travel Tips

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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?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time7h 20m	Avg Price$55	Daily Departures29
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time6h 58m	Avg Price$69	Daily Departures3

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Frequently asked questions for your trip New York - Rochester

Is there a way to reach Rochester from New York without flying?

How long is the bus trip from New York to Rochester?

What is the distance between New York and Rochester?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from New York to Rochester?

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

What is the ticket price for the bus trip from New York to Rochester?

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

Will you be returning to New York by bus?

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