How much is the bus ticket from Burlington to Rochester?

The cheapest bus tickets from Burlington to Rochester start from $139. The average price for this route is around $142. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Burlington to Rochester?

The average bus travel time from Burlington to Rochester is 19h 15m, covering a distance of 382 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 9h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the Burlington to Rochester route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak , Greyhound .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Burlington to Rochester?

The earliest bus departs from Burlington to Rochester at 2:50am. And the latest bus departs at 11:25am.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Burlington to Rochester?

A bus trip from Burlington to Rochester generates an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Burlington to Rochester?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5696 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Burlington to Rochester?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Burlington to Rochester?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Amtrak , with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Burlington to Rochester?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus Burlington to Rochester from $127 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Burlington to Rochester on January 16
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	5:13am	Burlington International Airport - BTV, VT	12h 15m	5:28pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	Cheapest
	5:13am	Burlington International Airport - BTV, VT	9h	2:13pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	Fastest
	4:58am	Pearl St	9h 15m	2:13pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	2:50am	Downtown Transit Centre	20h 20m	11:10pm	Rochester	No tags
	4:58am	Pearl St	9h 15m	2:13pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 1:39 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Burlington to Rochester

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Rochester. The journey takes about 19 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $139, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

19h 15mAverage Duration

382 kmDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$139 - $293	Average Duration19h 15m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$126 - $562	Average Duration13h 33m	CO₂ emissions 35kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Burlington and Rochester?

Stops in Burlington

A
Downtown Transit Centre
45-68 St Paul St, VT 05401, USA
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B
Burlington Airport
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C
University of Vermont
University Place Extension., Burlington, VT 05405, USA
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D
Prc
173-175 Main St, Burlington, VT 05401, USA
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Stops in Rochester

A
Bus Station
186 Cumberland St (Across from the Amtrak Terminal) , Rochester, NY 14605
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B
U of R
Rush Rhees Library, 755 Library Road, Rochester, NY 14627
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C
Rochester Institute of Technology
61 Lomb Memorial Dr, Rochester, NY 14623
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Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,738 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587,501 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

US bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Burlington, VT, US to Rochester, NY, US by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Burlington to Rochester?
The cheapest bus tickets from Burlington to Rochester start from $139. The average price for this route is around $142. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Burlington to Rochester?
The average bus travel time from Burlington to Rochester is 19h 15m, covering a distance of 382 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 9h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Burlington to Rochester route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, Greyhound.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Burlington to Rochester?
The earliest bus departs from Burlington to Rochester at 2:50am. And the latest bus departs at 11:25am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Burlington to Rochester?
A bus trip from Burlington to Rochester generates an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Burlington to Rochester?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5696 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Burlington to Rochester?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Burlington to Rochester?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Amtrak, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Burlington to Rochester?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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The cheapest trip from Burlington, VT, US to Rochester, NY, US was searched and found on Jan 13, 2026 with a price of $127

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

You can expect to pay from $127 to $425 for a bus ticket from Burlington, VT, US to Rochester, NY, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $127 which is on 2026-01-16.