How much is the bus ticket from Rochester to Philadelphia?

The cheapest bus tickets from Rochester to Philadelphia start from $81. The average price for this route is around $119. 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 Rochester to Philadelphia?

The average bus travel time from Rochester to Philadelphia is 10h 35m, covering a distance of 411 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 5m and is operated by OurBus .

Which bus companies service the Rochester to Philadelphia route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 35 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound , OurBus , New York Trailways .

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

The earliest bus departs from Rochester to Philadelphia at 12:35am. And the latest bus departs at 11:35pm.

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

A bus trip from Rochester to Philadelphia 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 Rochester to Philadelphia?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is OurBus , with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 3182 reviews.

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

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company New York Trailways has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.1.

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is OurBus , with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

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

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

Bus Rochester to Philadelphia from $67 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Rochester to Philadelphia on January 12
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	6:55pm	Rochester	8h 50m	3:45am	199 Spring Garden St.	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:20am	Rochester	10h 35m	11:55am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	Bus	1:20am	Rochester	11h 55m	1:15pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
Adirondack Trailways + Peter Pan	Bus	8:00am	Bus Station	11h 45m	7:45pm	Philadelphia (Spring Garden)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:20am	Rochester	11h 10m	9:30pm	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags

Next departures for Rochester to Philadelphia on January 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	3:30pm	Rochester	10h 20m	1:50am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	Cheapest
	Bus	12:35am	Rochester	8h 40m	9:15am	Schuylkill & Walnut	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:35am	Rochester	10h 35m	11:10am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	Bus	6:55pm	Rochester	8h 50m	3:45am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	Bus	1:20am	Rochester	11h 55m	1:15pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags

Next departures for Rochester to Philadelphia on January 14
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:35pm	Rochester	15h 35m	3:10pm	Cherry Hill Mall	Cheapest
	Bus	12:35am	Rochester	8h 40m	9:15am	Schuylkill & Walnut	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:35am	Rochester	10h 35m	11:10am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	Bus	6:55pm	Rochester	8h 50m	3:45am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	Bus	1:20am	Rochester	11h 55m	1:15pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags

Next departures for Rochester to Philadelphia on January 15
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	6:55pm	Rochester	8h 50m	3:45am	199 Spring Garden St.	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:20am	Rochester	10h 35m	11:55am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	Bus	1:20am	Rochester	11h 55m	1:15pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
Adirondack Trailways + Peter Pan	Bus	12:55am	Bus Station	10h 50m	11:45am	Philadelphia (Spring Garden)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:20am	Rochester	11h 10m	9:30pm	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags

Next departures for Rochester to Philadelphia on January 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	6:55pm	Rochester	8h 50m	3:45am	199 Spring Garden St.	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:20am	Rochester	11h 10m	9:30pm	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	Bus	10:20am	Rochester	8h 55m	7:15pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
Adirondack Trailways + Peter Pan	Bus	12:55am	Bus Station	9h 50m	10:45am	Philadelphia (Spring Garden)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:35pm	Rochester	11h 35m	11:10am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags

Next departures for Rochester to Philadelphia on January 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:35pm	Rochester	12h 5m	11:40am	Cherry Hill Mall	Cheapest
	Bus	12:35am	Rochester	8h 40m	9:15am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:35am	Rochester	10h 35m	11:10am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	Bus	6:55pm	Rochester	8h 50m	3:45am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	Bus	1:20am	Rochester	10h 40m	12:00pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags

Next departures for Rochester to Philadelphia on January 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	12:05pm	Rochester	10h 35m	10:40pm	Cherry Hill Mall	Cheapest
	Bus	12:35am	Rochester	8h 40m	9:15am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:35am	Rochester	10h 35m	11:10am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	Bus	6:55pm	Rochester	8h 50m	3:45am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	Bus	1:20am	Rochester	11h 55m	1:15pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 11:29 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Rochester to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 10 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just $81, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

35bus per day

10h 35mAverage Duration

411 kmDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$81 - $436	Average Duration10h 35m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$103 - $736	Average Duration10h 14m	CO₂ emissions 37kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Rochester and Philadelphia?

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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Stops in Philadelphia

A
Philadelphia Airport
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B
Independence Travel Center
Off of Race Street between 5th Street and, N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
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C
#2842 St.Vincent St
15th St Trolley Station, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA
Map
D
Bus Station
1001 Filbert St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA
Map
E
Island Av & Suffolk Av MBFS
3000 Island Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19153, USA
Map
F
NRG SEPTA Station
3701 Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19148, USA
Map

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512,006 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587,494 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Based on 87494 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at $81

Greyhound Rochester Philadelphia recent customer reviews

The restroom was horrible. Very dirty..

Glorialys R.

March 20, 2020

Awesome Trip!

Gloria R.

February 4, 2020

OurBus

4/53,184 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3

New York Trailways

4/54,431 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.2

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Rochester, NY, US to Philadelphia, PA 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 Rochester to Philadelphia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Rochester to Philadelphia start from $81. The average price for this route is around $119. 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 Rochester to Philadelphia?
The average bus travel time from Rochester to Philadelphia is 10h 35m, covering a distance of 411 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 5m and is operated by OurBus.
Which bus companies service the Rochester to Philadelphia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 35 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound, OurBus, New York Trailways.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Rochester to Philadelphia?
The earliest bus departs from Rochester to Philadelphia at 12:35am. And the latest bus departs at 11:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rochester to Philadelphia?
A bus trip from Rochester to Philadelphia 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 Rochester to Philadelphia?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is OurBus, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 3182 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Rochester to Philadelphia?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company New York Trailways has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.1.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Rochester to Philadelphia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is OurBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Rochester to Philadelphia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is New York Trailways, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

01-09

$118

01-10

$120

Today

$123

01-12

$104

01-13

$81

01-14

$79

01-15

$77

01-16

$95

The cheapest trip from Rochester, NY, US to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Jan 15, 2026 with a price of $77

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

You can expect to pay from $77 to $153 for a bus ticket from Rochester, NY, US to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $77 which is on 2026-01-15.

Usually FlixBus 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.