The cheapest and fastest buses from New York, NY to Rochester, NY
Cheapest price
$69
Average price
$95
Fastest journey
6 h 10 m
Average duration
6 h 25 m
Buses per day
29
Distance
403 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from New York, NY to Rochester, NY is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from New York, NY to Rochester, NY will cost around $95 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $69.
Of the 29 buses that leave New York, NY for Rochester, NY on Mon, Dec 15, 16 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 15 the direct buses cover the 403 km distance in an average of 6 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 10 m .
On Mon, Dec 15 the slowest buses will take 6 h 41 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
NYT 806
NYT 816
NYT 810
NYT 810 · NYT 948
FlixBus
Toronto Charter Buses 4195559 MC-1617607
NYT 816
NYT 806
FlixBus+
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Compare train, bus, and flight for New York, NY to Rochester, NY
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from New York, NY to Rochester, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €41. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 59m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €41, and a flight costs an average of €92.
Distance: 250 miles (403 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€61 Average price Cheapest | €124 Average price | €222 Average price |
7h 11m Average total duration 6h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 35m Average total duration 7h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 59m Average total duration Fastest 1h 59m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.2 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
New York, NY to Rochester, NY Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:25AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator New York Trailways | Departure Time 05:15AM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:50AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:10AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator Adirondack Trailways | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 11h25 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $144 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:05AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 8h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator New York Trailways | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 8h55 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $110 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 8h35 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:05AM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:35PM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 9h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 8h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 03:25AM | Duration 10h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $100 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 03:25AM | Duration 10h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $102 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 05:05AM | Duration 11h35 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 03:25AM | Duration 8h45 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 03:25AM | Duration 8h35 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator New York Trailways | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 02:15AM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 06:40AM | Duration 10h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 05:05AM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 06:40AM | Duration 6h41 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $76 |
Live departures
New York, NY to Rochester, NY bus times
The table below shows live departures for New York, NY to Rochester, NY buses for today, Sunday, December 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
+ FlixBus | 7:20 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 8h50 | 4:10 AM Rochester, Pleasant St (Greyhound Stop), NY | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 9:00 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 7h10 | 4:10 AM Rochester, Pleasant St (Greyhound Stop), NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:40 PM New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, NY | 8h45 | 8:25 AM Rochester, Pleasant St (Greyhound Stop), NY | 1 transfer | |
+ FlixBus | 11:50 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 8h35 | 8:25 AM Rochester, Pleasant St (Greyhound Stop), NY | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, December 15 | |||||
FlixBus | 1:00 AM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 7h25 | 8:25 AM Rochester, Pleasant St (Greyhound Stop), NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
+ FlixBus | 1:00 AM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 10h40 | 11:40 AM Rochester, Pleasant St (Greyhound Stop), NY | 1 transfer | |
NYT 816 | 1:00 AM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 6h15 | 7:15 AM Rochester | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:50 AM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 7h10 | 11:00 AM Rochester, Pleasant St (Greyhound Stop), NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:59 AM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 6h41 | 11:40 AM Rochester, Pleasant St (Greyhound Stop), NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:25 AM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 7h15 | 1:40 PM Rochester, Pleasant St (Greyhound Stop), NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
NYT 806 | 10:15 AM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 6h30 | 4:45 PM Rochester | 0 transfersDirect | |
undefined · undefined | 10:50 AM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 10h00 | 8:50 PM Rochester, Pleasant St (Greyhound Stop), NY | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 11:10 AM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 7h20 | 6:30 PM Rochester, Pleasant St (Greyhound Stop), NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
ADT 276 · ADT 134+ NYT 948 | 12:00 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 11h25 | 11:25 PM Rochester | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus | 1:00 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 6h45 | 7:45 PM Rochester, Pleasant St (Greyhound Stop), NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:05 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 7h45 | 8:50 PM Rochester, Pleasant St (Greyhound Stop), NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
+ FlixBus | 1:30 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 8h45 | 10:15 PM Rochester, Pleasant St (Greyhound Stop), NY | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 2:00 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 7h15 | 9:15 PM Rochester, Pleasant St (Greyhound Stop), NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus+![]() | 2:20 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 6h30 | 8:50 PM Rochester, Pleasant St (Greyhound Stop), NY | 1 transfer | |
Toronto Charter Buses 4195559 MC-1617607 | 2:30 PM New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street | 6h10 | 8:40 PM Rochester, Greater Rochester International Airport (Passenger Drop-off Area), NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:00 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 7h15 | 10:15 PM Rochester, Pleasant St (Greyhound Stop), NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
NYT 810 | 3:00 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 7h00 | 10:00 PM Rochester | 0 transfersDirect | |
NYT 810 · NYT 948 | 3:00 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 8h25 | 11:25 PM Rochester | 1 transfer | |
+ FlixBus | 3:10 PM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 8h55 | 12:05 AM Rochester, Pleasant St (Greyhound Stop), NY | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:05 PM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 8h00 | 12:05 AM Rochester, Pleasant St (Greyhound Stop), NY | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 5:00 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 7h05 | 12:05 AM Rochester, Pleasant St (Greyhound Stop), NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
undefined · undefined+ FlixBus | 6:35 PM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 9h35 | 4:10 AM Rochester, Pleasant St (Greyhound Stop), NY | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from New York, NY to Rochester, NY
Buses from New York, NY to Rochester, NY run on average 20 times per day, taking around 6h 41m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $51 (€41) if you book in advance.
There are 11 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 250 miles (403 km) distance in 6h 5m.
Distance 250 miles (403 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price $51 (€41) |
Buses per day 20 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 6h 5m |
First bus 00:30 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Greyhound, Infobus, Trailways from New York, NY to Rochester, NYYou can travel by bus between New York, NY to Rochester, NY with FlixBus, Greyhound, Infobus, Trailways for as low as $51 (€41). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from New York, NY to Rochester, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New York, NY to Rochester, NY by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Rochester, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from New York, NY to Rochester, NY, follow these tips:
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- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- Larger pets may require a separate ticket.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from New York, NY to Rochester, NY
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: M7, M20, M34 Metro: 1, 2, 3, A, C, E
- 05:00-01:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Starbucks (in the station)
- Auntie Anne's (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: M7, M20, M34A, M42, M104 Metro: A, C, E, 1, 2, 3, N, Q, R, W, 7
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