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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | Rochester | State College Bus Station | No tags | ||||
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 | Bus | Bus Station | 152 N Atherton St (State College Bus Terminal) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Bus Station | State College Airport (SCE) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Rochester | State College Bus Station | No tags |
Get from Rochester to State College
The journey takes about 16 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $113, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Rochester and State College?
Stops in Rochester
- A186 Cumberland St (Across from the Amtrak Terminal) , Rochester, NY 14605
- BRush Rhees Library, 755 Library Road, Rochester, NY 14627
- C
Rochester Institute of Technology
61 Lomb Memorial Dr, Rochester, NY 14623
Stops in State College
- A445-459 Railroad Ave, State College, PA 16801, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Rochester, NY, US to State College 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 State College?
The cheapest bus tickets from Rochester to State College start from $113. The average price for this route is around $113. 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 State College?
The average bus travel time from Rochester to State College is 16h 45m, covering a distance of 258 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 5m and is operated by New York Trailways.
Which bus companies service the Rochester to State College route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound, New York Trailways.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Rochester to State College?
The earliest bus departs from Rochester to State College at 6:55pm. And the latest bus departs at 11:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rochester to State College?
A bus trip from Rochester to State College generates an estimated 6 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 State College?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is New York Trailways, with an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 4431 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Rochester to State College?
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 State College?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is New York Trailways, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Rochester to State College?
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.
The cheapest trip from Rochester, NY, US to State College was searched and found on Jan 20, 2026 with a price of $103To 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 State College, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $103 to $122 for a bus ticket from Rochester, NY, US to State College based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $103 which is on 2026-01-20.
