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Compare all timetables for the bus from Albany, NY to Rochester, NY

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Albany, NY to Rochester, NY from various bus operators like New York Trailways, FlixBus or Greyhound US for the next days.

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Thursday
Friday
$51
Saturday
Sunday
$51
Monday
$93

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 7h 15m 8:10 PM Albany, NY SUNY 3:25 AM Rochester, NY Greyhound  Economy $51
Greyhound US 5h 15m 10:35 AM Albany, NY Rensselaer Station 3:50 PM Rochester, NY Greyhound  Economy $52
FlixBus 7h 30m 7:55 PM Albany, NY Rensselaer Station 3:25 AM Rochester, NY Greyhound  Economy $52
New York Trailways 8h 10m 10:35 AM Albany, NY Bus Terminal 6:45 PM Rochester, NY Trailways-LATS  Economy $93
New York Trailways 13h 35m 12:50 PM Albany, NY Bus Terminal 2:25 AM Rochester, NY Trailways-LATS  Economy $117
  • Did you know that if you travel from Albany, NY to Rochester, NY via Syracuse, NY, you can save more than $13? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Greyhound US
      6h 40m
      0
      10:35 AM
      Albany, NY
      Rensselaer Station
      1:40 PM
      Syracuse, NY
      Regional Transit Center
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $23
      • Waiting Time 1h 45m
    • FlixBus
      1h 50m
      0
      3:25 PM
      Syracuse, NY
      Regional Transit Center
      5:15 PM
      Rochester, NY
      Greyhound
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $15
    Travel time is 1h 25m longer, but you will save $13

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 5h 15m 10:35 AM Albany, NY Rensselaer Station 3:50 PM Rochester, NY Greyhound  Economy $51
FlixBus 7h 30m 7:55 PM Albany, NY Rensselaer Station 3:25 AM Rochester, NY Greyhound  Economy $51
FlixBus 7h 15m 8:10 PM Albany, NY SUNY 3:25 AM Rochester, NY Greyhound  Economy $51
  • Did you know that if you travel from Albany, NY to Rochester, NY via Syracuse, NY, you can save more than $13? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Greyhound US
      6h 40m
      0
      10:35 AM
      Albany, NY
      Rensselaer Station
      1:40 PM
      Syracuse, NY
      Regional Transit Center
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $23
      • Waiting Time 1h 45m
    • FlixBus
      1h 50m
      0
      3:25 PM
      Syracuse, NY
      Regional Transit Center
      5:15 PM
      Rochester, NY
      Greyhound
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $15
    Travel time is 1h 25m longer, but you will save $13

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
New York Trailways 8h 10m 10:35 AM Albany, NY Bus Terminal 6:45 PM Rochester, NY Trailways-LATS  Economy $93
New York Trailways 7h 50m 10:55 AM Albany, NY SUNY Collins Circle 6:45 PM Rochester, NY Trailways-LATS  Economy $93
New York Trailways 14h 55m 11:30 AM Albany, NY Bus Terminal 2:25 AM Rochester, NY Trailways-LATS  Economy $129
New York Trailways 11h 55m 2:30 PM Albany, NY Bus Terminal 2:25 AM Rochester, NY Trailways-LATS  Economy $129
New York Trailways 9h 55m 4:30 PM Albany, NY Bus Terminal 2:25 AM Rochester, NY Trailways-LATS  Economy $129
  • Did you know that if you travel from Albany, NY to Rochester, NY via Syracuse, NY, you can save more than $55? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Greyhound US
      6h 40m
      0
      10:35 AM
      Albany, NY
      Rensselaer Station
      1:40 PM
      Syracuse, NY
      Regional Transit Center
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $23
      • Waiting Time 1h 45m
    • FlixBus
      1h 50m
      0
      3:25 PM
      Syracuse, NY
      Regional Transit Center
      5:15 PM
      Rochester, NY
      Greyhound
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $15
    Travel Time is 1h 10m shorter, and you will save $55

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Albany, NY to Rochester, NY is $40 on 4/16/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Albany, NY and Rochester, NY

See here how frequent the connections between Albany, NY and Rochester, NY are, during different times and days of the week.
Friday is the busiest day, with more than 8 daily buses from Albany, NY to Rochester, NY. Sunday has instead the fewest connections, with only 3 daily coaches between Albany, NY and Rochester, NY.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 7 buses from Albany, NY to Rochester, NY, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Albany, NY and Rochester, NY, with 4 offers.

Facts about the bus from Albany, NY to Rochester, NY

Compare all providers like New York Trailways, FlixBus and Greyhound US that travel 5 times every day by bus from Albany, NY to Rochester, NY in one click! Book your bus ticket from Albany, NY to Rochester, NY starting from $40!

Cheapest Bus $40
Fastest Bus 5h 15m
Earliest Bus 10:35 AM
Latest Bus 4:30 PM
Daily Bus Routes 5 Ø
Distance 198.7 miles
Bus Companies New York Trailways, FlixBus and Greyhound US

Cheapest bus connections from Albany, NY to Rochester, NY

Every day, 5 buses from 3 bus companies leave Albany, NY for Rochester, NY: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 03/24/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 03/22
Monday 03/23
Tuesday 03/24
Wednesday 03/25
Thursday 03/26
Friday 03/27
$93
Saturday 03/28
Sunday 03/29
$51
Monday 03/30
$93
Tuesday 03/31
Wednesday 04/01
Thursday 04/02
$129
Friday 04/03
Saturday 04/04
$93
Sunday 04/05
$48
Monday 04/06
$117
Tuesday 04/07
$123
Wednesday 04/08
$123
Thursday 04/09
$93
Friday 04/10
$93
Saturday 04/11
$85
Sunday 04/12
$87
Monday 04/13
$95
Tuesday 04/14
$44
Wednesday 04/15
$120
Thursday 04/16
$40
Friday 04/17
$120
Saturday 04/18

The cheapest time to travel from Albany, NY to Rochester, NY

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Albany, NY to Rochester, NY, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $48, Sunday is the cheapest day for a bus from Albany, NY to Rochester, NY. Monday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $93.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Albany, NY to Rochester, NY, with $51. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $117.

How to save money travelling from Albany, NY to Rochester, NY

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Albany, NY to Rochester, NY in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Albany, NY to Rochester, NY, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Albany, NY to Rochester, NY are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Albany, NY to Rochester, NY

These are the most booked bus companies between Albany, NY to Rochester, NY from our users.

New York Trailways from Albany, NY to Rochester, NY

New York Trailways

Here you will find the key facts about the New York Trailways bus route Albany, NY to Rochester, NY:

Cheapest Price $93
Fastest Bus 7h 50m
Earliest Bus 10:35 AM
Last Bus 4:30 PM
Daily Connections 5 Ø
Found on 2/28/2026

All bus stations and stops in Albany, NY and Rochester, NY

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Albany, NY and Rochester, NY.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Albany, NY to Rochester, NY

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Albany, NY to Rochester, NY? Or which bus companies serve the route Albany, NY to Rochester, NY? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Albany, NY to Rochester, NY bus

How much does a Albany, NY Rochester, NY bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $40 and takes 5h 15m to reach Rochester, NY. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Albany, NY to Rochester, NY?

This route is offered by 3 companies with a range of ticket prices between $40 and $134. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Rochester, NY.

On average, how many connections are available from Albany, NY to Rochester, NY each day?

Every day, the Albany, NY to Rochester, NY bus route is served by approximately 5 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Albany, NY to Rochester, NY take?

The fastest bus from Albany, NY to Rochester, NY is offered by Greyhound US and takes 5h 15m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $52. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Albany, NY to Rochester, NY?

The earliest bus arriving in Rochester, NY from Albany, NY starts at 10:35 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Albany, NY to Rochester, NY?

The latest bus trip departing from Albany, NY for Rochester, NY starts at 4:30 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Albany, NY Rochester, NY route?

When traveling by bus from Albany, NY to Rochester, NY, passengers can travel with New York Trailways, FlixBus and Greyhound US. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Albany, NY and Rochester, NY?

You can check all the direct connections between Albany, NY and Rochester, NY by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: New York Trailways, FlixBus and Greyhound US.

What can I take with me on the Albany, NY to Rochester, NY bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Albany, NY Rochester, NY bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Albany, NY Rochester, NY bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Albany, NY to Rochester, NY on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Albany, NY to Rochester, NY?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 5 daily trips between Albany, NY and Rochester, NY. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Albany, NY to Rochester, NY?

Prices and availability for 5 trips between Albany, NY and Rochester, NY change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Albany, NY to Rochester, NY

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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