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

today

$40

tomorrow

$48

Tuesday

$40

Wednesday

Thursday

$30

Friday

$56

Saturday

$30

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Star Line Coach	5h 30m	5:00 PM	New York	Chinatown	10:30 PM	Rochester, NY	Brighton Henrietta Town Line Rd	Economy	$40	A Bus from Star Line Coach goes from Chinatown, New York (USA) at 12/14/2025 5:00:00 PM to Brighton Henrietta Town Line Rd, Rochester, NY (USA) arriving at 12/14/2025 10:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $40 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 30m
FlixBus	7h 15m	9:00 AM	New York	31st & 8th Ave	4:15 PM	Rochester, NY	Greyhound	Economy	$48	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 31st & 8th Ave, New York (USA) at 12/14/2025 9:00:00 AM to Greyhound, Rochester, NY (USA) arriving at 12/14/2025 4:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $48 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 15m
Greyhound US	7h 20m	6:10 AM	New York	Port Authority Bus Terminal	1:30 PM	Rochester, NY	Greyhound	Economy	$52	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Port Authority Bus Terminal, New York (USA) at 12/14/2025 6:10:00 AM to Greyhound, Rochester, NY (USA) arriving at 12/14/2025 1:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $52 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 20m
Greyhound US	7h 45m	8:05 AM	New York	Port Authority Bus Terminal	3:50 PM	Rochester, NY	Greyhound	Economy	$52	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Port Authority Bus Terminal, New York (USA) at 12/14/2025 8:05:00 AM to Greyhound, Rochester, NY (USA) arriving at 12/14/2025 3:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $52 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 45m
FlixBus	6h 30m	9:20 AM	New York	31st & 8th Ave	3:50 PM	Rochester, NY	Greyhound	Economy	$52	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 31st & 8th Ave, New York (USA) at 12/14/2025 9:20:00 AM to Greyhound, Rochester, NY (USA) arriving at 12/14/2025 3:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $52 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 30m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	7h 15m	9:00 AM	New York	31st & 8th Ave	4:15 PM	Rochester, NY	Greyhound	Economy	$48	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 31st & 8th Ave, New York (USA) at 12/15/2025 9:00:00 AM to Greyhound, Rochester, NY (USA) arriving at 12/15/2025 4:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $48 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 15m
Greyhound US	8h 50m	2:20 PM	New York	Port Authority Bus Terminal	11:10 PM	Rochester, NY	Greyhound	Economy	$50	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Port Authority Bus Terminal, New York (USA) at 12/15/2025 2:20:00 PM to Greyhound, Rochester, NY (USA) arriving at 12/15/2025 11:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $50 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 50m
Greyhound US	10h 0m	5:50 AM	New York	G. Washington Bridge Bus Station	3:50 PM	Rochester, NY	Greyhound	Economy	$50	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from G. Washington Bridge Bus Station, New York (USA) at 12/15/2025 5:50:00 AM to Greyhound, Rochester, NY (USA) arriving at 12/15/2025 3:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $50 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 0m
FlixBus	6h 30m	9:20 AM	New York	31st & 8th Ave	3:50 PM	Rochester, NY	Greyhound	Economy	$50	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 31st & 8th Ave, New York (USA) at 12/15/2025 9:20:00 AM to Greyhound, Rochester, NY (USA) arriving at 12/15/2025 3:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $50 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 30m
New York Trailways	6h 30m	5:15 AM	New York	Port Authority Bus Terminal	11:45 AM	Rochester, NY	Trailways-LATS	Economy	$54	A Bus from New York Trailways goes from Port Authority Bus Terminal, New York (USA) at 12/15/2025 5:15:00 AM to Trailways-LATS, Rochester, NY (USA) arriving at 12/15/2025 11:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $54 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 30m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Star Line Coach	5h 30m	5:00 PM	New York	Chinatown	10:30 PM	Rochester, NY	Brighton Henrietta Town Line Rd	Economy	$40	A Bus from Star Line Coach goes from Chinatown, New York (USA) at 12/16/2025 5:00:00 PM to Brighton Henrietta Town Line Rd, Rochester, NY (USA) arriving at 12/16/2025 10:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $40 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 30m
FlixBus	7h 15m	9:00 AM	New York	31st & 8th Ave	4:15 PM	Rochester, NY	Greyhound	Economy	$48	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 31st & 8th Ave, New York (USA) at 12/16/2025 9:00:00 AM to Greyhound, Rochester, NY (USA) arriving at 12/16/2025 4:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $48 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 15m
Greyhound US	10h 35m	8:30 AM	New York	Port Authority Bus Terminal	7:05 PM	Rochester, NY	Greyhound	Economy	$49	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Port Authority Bus Terminal, New York (USA) at 12/16/2025 8:30:00 AM to Greyhound, Rochester, NY (USA) arriving at 12/16/2025 7:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $49 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 35m
Greyhound US	8h 50m	2:20 PM	New York	Port Authority Bus Terminal	11:10 PM	Rochester, NY	Greyhound	Economy	$49	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Port Authority Bus Terminal, New York (USA) at 12/16/2025 2:20:00 PM to Greyhound, Rochester, NY (USA) arriving at 12/16/2025 11:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $49 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 50m
FlixBus	6h 30m	9:20 AM	New York	31st & 8th Ave	3:50 PM	Rochester, NY	Greyhound	Economy	$49	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 31st & 8th Ave, New York (USA) at 12/16/2025 9:20:00 AM to Greyhound, Rochester, NY (USA) arriving at 12/16/2025 3:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $49 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 30m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Star Line Coach	5h 30m	5:00 PM	New York	Chinatown	10:30 PM	Rochester, NY	Brighton Henrietta Town Line Rd	Economy	$30	A Bus from Star Line Coach goes from Chinatown, New York (USA) at 12/18/2025 5:00:00 PM to Brighton Henrietta Town Line Rd, Rochester, NY (USA) arriving at 12/18/2025 10:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $30 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 30m
FlixBus	7h 15m	9:00 AM	New York	31st & 8th Ave	4:15 PM	Rochester, NY	Greyhound	Economy	$49	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 31st & 8th Ave, New York (USA) at 12/18/2025 9:00:00 AM to Greyhound, Rochester, NY (USA) arriving at 12/18/2025 4:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $49 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 15m
Greyhound US	7h 45m	8:05 AM	New York	Port Authority Bus Terminal	3:50 PM	Rochester, NY	Greyhound	Economy	$51	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Port Authority Bus Terminal, New York (USA) at 12/18/2025 8:05:00 AM to Greyhound, Rochester, NY (USA) arriving at 12/18/2025 3:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $51 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 45m
Greyhound US	7h 20m	6:10 AM	New York	Port Authority Bus Terminal	1:30 PM	Rochester, NY	Greyhound	Economy	$52	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Port Authority Bus Terminal, New York (USA) at 12/18/2025 6:10:00 AM to Greyhound, Rochester, NY (USA) arriving at 12/18/2025 1:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $52 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 20m
FlixBus	7h 15m	10:00 AM	New York	31st & 8th Ave	5:15 PM	Rochester, NY	Greyhound	Economy	$52	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 31st & 8th Ave, New York (USA) at 12/18/2025 10:00:00 AM to Greyhound, Rochester, NY (USA) arriving at 12/18/2025 5:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $52 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 15m

Cheapest bus trips Friday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	7h 45m	8:05 AM	New York	Port Authority Bus Terminal	3:50 PM	Rochester, NY	Greyhound	Economy	$56	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Port Authority Bus Terminal, New York (USA) at 12/19/2025 8:05:00 AM to Greyhound, Rochester, NY (USA) arriving at 12/19/2025 3:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $56 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 45m
New York Trailways	7h 0m	10:00 AM	New York	Port Authority Bus Terminal	5:00 PM	Rochester, NY	Trailways-LATS	Economy	$56	A Bus from New York Trailways goes from Port Authority Bus Terminal, New York (USA) at 12/19/2025 10:00:00 AM to Trailways-LATS, Rochester, NY (USA) arriving at 12/19/2025 5:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $56 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 0m
Greyhound US	7h 20m	6:10 AM	New York	Port Authority Bus Terminal	1:30 PM	Rochester, NY	Greyhound	Economy	$57	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Port Authority Bus Terminal, New York (USA) at 12/19/2025 6:10:00 AM to Greyhound, Rochester, NY (USA) arriving at 12/19/2025 1:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $57 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 20m
FlixBus	7h 15m	10:00 AM	New York	31st & 8th Ave	5:15 PM	Rochester, NY	Greyhound	Economy	$57	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 31st & 8th Ave, New York (USA) at 12/19/2025 10:00:00 AM to Greyhound, Rochester, NY (USA) arriving at 12/19/2025 5:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $57 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 15m
FlixBus	7h 5m	12:00 PM	New York	31st & 8th Ave	7:05 PM	Rochester, NY	Greyhound	Economy	$61	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 31st & 8th Ave, New York (USA) at 12/19/2025 12:00:00 PM to Greyhound, Rochester, NY (USA) arriving at 12/19/2025 7:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $61 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 5m

Did you know that if you travel from New York to Rochester, NY via Newark, you can save more than $8? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Busbud
  
  9h 35m
  
  0
  
  1:35 PM
  
  New York
  G. Washington Bridge Bus Station
  
  2:15 PM
  
  Newark
  Penn Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $6
  
  A Bus from Busbud goes from G. Washington Bridge Bus Station, New York (USA) at 12/15/2025 1:35:00 PM to Penn Station, Newark (USA) arriving at 12/15/2025 2:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 40m
- Busbud
  
  8h 10m
  
  0
  
  3:00 PM
  
  Newark
  Penn Station
  
  11:10 PM
  
  Rochester, NY
  Greyhound
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $42
  
  A Bus from Busbud goes from Penn Station, Newark (USA) at 12/15/2025 3:00:00 PM to Greyhound, Rochester, NY (USA) arriving at 12/15/2025 11:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $42 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 10m
Travel time is 2h 35m longer, but you will save $8

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Star Line Coach	5h 30m	5:00 PM	New York	Chinatown	10:30 PM	Rochester, NY	Brighton Henrietta Town Line Rd	Economy	$30	A Bus from Star Line Coach goes from Chinatown, New York (USA) at 12/20/2025 5:00:00 PM to Brighton Henrietta Town Line Rd, Rochester, NY (USA) arriving at 12/20/2025 10:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $30 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 30m
New York Trailways	7h 0m	10:00 AM	New York	Port Authority Bus Terminal	5:00 PM	Rochester, NY	Trailways-LATS	Economy	$52	A Bus from New York Trailways goes from Port Authority Bus Terminal, New York (USA) at 12/20/2025 10:00:00 AM to Trailways-LATS, Rochester, NY (USA) arriving at 12/20/2025 5:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $52 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 0m
New York Trailways	8h 25m	10:00 AM	New York	Port Authority Bus Terminal	6:25 PM	Rochester, NY	Trailways-LATS	Economy	$52	A Bus from New York Trailways goes from Port Authority Bus Terminal, New York (USA) at 12/20/2025 10:00:00 AM to Trailways-LATS, Rochester, NY (USA) arriving at 12/20/2025 6:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $52 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 25m
FlixBus	7h 15m	9:00 AM	New York	31st & 8th Ave	4:15 PM	Rochester, NY	Greyhound	Economy	$56	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 31st & 8th Ave, New York (USA) at 12/20/2025 9:00:00 AM to Greyhound, Rochester, NY (USA) arriving at 12/20/2025 4:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $56 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 15m
Greyhound US	7h 45m	8:05 AM	New York	Port Authority Bus Terminal	3:50 PM	Rochester, NY	Greyhound	Economy	$57	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Port Authority Bus Terminal, New York (USA) at 12/20/2025 8:05:00 AM to Greyhound, Rochester, NY (USA) arriving at 12/20/2025 3:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $57 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 45m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from New York to Rochester, NY is $30 on 12/18/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between New York and Rochester, NY

See here how frequent the connections between New York and Rochester, NY are, during different times and days of the week.

Friday is the busiest day, with more than 54 daily buses from New York to Rochester, NY. Saturday has instead the fewest connections, with only 30 daily coaches between New York and Rochester, NY.

The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 113 buses from New York to Rochester, NY, while Night sees the fewest connections between New York and Rochester, NY, with 26 offers.

Facts about the bus from New York to Rochester, NY

Compare all providers like FlixBus, Greyhound US and New York Trailways that travel 45 times every day by bus from New York to Rochester, NY in one click! Book your bus ticket from New York to Rochester, NY starting from $30!

Cheapest Bus	$30
Fastest Bus	5h 30m
Earliest Bus	5:50 AM
Latest Bus	11:59 PM
Daily Bus Routes	45 Ø
Distance	250.3 miles
Bus Companies	FlixBus, Greyhound US, New York Trailways and Star Line Coach

Cheapest bus connections from New York to Rochester, NY

Every day, 45 buses from 4 bus companies leave New York for Rochester, NY: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 12/14/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 12/14

$48

Monday 12/15

$48

Tuesday 12/16

$49

Wednesday 12/17

Thursday 12/18

$49

Friday 12/19

$61

Saturday 12/20

$40

Sunday 12/21

$71

Monday 12/22

$69

Tuesday 12/23

$63

Wednesday 12/24

$49

Thursday 12/25

$52

Friday 12/26

$63

Saturday 12/27

$65

Sunday 12/28

$56

Monday 12/29

$52

Tuesday 12/30

$57

Wednesday 12/31

Thursday 01/01

$60

Friday 01/02

$58

Saturday 01/03

$54

Sunday 01/04

$40

Monday 01/05

$45

Tuesday 01/06

$41

Wednesday 01/07

$46

Thursday 01/08

$41

Friday 01/09

$42

Saturday 01/10

The cheapest time to travel from New York to Rochester, NY

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from New York to Rochester, NY, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $30, Thursday is the cheapest day for a bus from New York to Rochester, NY. Monday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $45.

Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from New York to Rochester, NY, with $30. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $49.

How to save money travelling from New York 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 New York 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 New York 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 New York to Rochester, NY are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from New York to Rochester, NY

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

Greyhound US from New York to Rochester, NY

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

Cheapest Price	$49
Fastest Bus	7h 10m
Earliest Bus	5:50 AM
Last Bus	10:50 PM
Daily Connections	18 Ø
Found on	12/11/2025

New York Trailways from New York to Rochester, NY

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

Cheapest Price	$52
Fastest Bus	6h 15m
Earliest Bus	7:00 AM
Last Bus	8:00 PM
Daily Connections	4 Ø
Found on	12/11/2025

Star Line Coach from New York to Rochester, NY

Here you will find the key facts about the Star Line Coach bus route New York to Rochester, NY:

Cheapest Price	$30
Fastest Bus	5h 30m
Earliest Bus	5:00 PM
Last Bus	5:00 PM
Daily Connections	2 Ø
Found on	12/11/2025

All bus stations and stops in New York and Rochester, NY

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

Port Authority Bus Terminal

8th Ave 641

31st & 8th Ave

31st St & 8th Ave

West 34th Street

West 34th Street 650

Chinatown

Allen St 28

East Broadway

East Broadway 120

Greyhound

Cumberland St 186

Rush Rhees Library

Library Rd 755

Trailways-LATS

Airport & Terminal Lower Leve

Raj Mahal Indian Restaurant

Jefferson Road 368

Service and Comfort on the bus from New York to Rochester, NY

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

FAQs about the New York to Rochester, NY bus

How much does a New York Rochester, NY bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $30 and takes 5h 30m to reach Rochester, NY. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 4 companies with a range of ticket prices between $30 and $127. 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 New York to Rochester, NY each day?

Every day, the New York to Rochester, NY bus route is served by approximately 45 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from New York to Rochester, NY is offered by Star Line Coach and takes 5h 30m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $40. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

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

The earliest bus arriving in Rochester, NY from New York starts at 5:50 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 New York to Rochester, NY?

The latest bus trip departing from New York for Rochester, NY starts at 11:59 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 New York Rochester, NY route?

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

Is there a direct bus between New York and Rochester, NY?

You can check all the direct connections between New York 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: FlixBus, Greyhound US and New York Trailways.

What can I take with me on the New York 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 New York 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 New York 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 New York to Rochester, NY on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from New York 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 45 daily trips between New York 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.

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to New York and to Rochester, NY

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to New York and to Rochester, NY. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!