How much is the bus ticket from Rochester to Washington?

The cheapest bus tickets from Rochester to Washington start from $95. The average price for this route is around $167. 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 Washington?

The average bus travel time from Rochester to Washington is 13h 25m, covering a distance of 472 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 11h and is operated by New York Trailways .

Which bus companies service the Rochester to Washington route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 20 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 Washington?

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

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

A bus trip from Rochester to Washington generates an estimated 12 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 Washington?

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 4430 reviews.

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

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 Washington?

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 Washington?

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 Washington from $84 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Rochester to Washington on January 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:30pm	Rochester	15h 55m	7:25am	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:05pm	Rochester	11h 40m	11:45pm	Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	3:30pm	Rochester	13h 15m	4:45am	Union Station	No tags
	Bus	5:15pm	Rochester	13h 35m	6:50am	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:55pm	Rochester	13h 25m	8:20am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Rochester to Washington on January 14
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:20am	Rochester	13h 25m	11:45pm	Union Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:35pm	Rochester	11h 55m	11:30am	Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	12:35am	Rochester	13h	1:35pm	Union Station	No tags
	Bus	5:15pm	Rochester	13h 35m	6:50am	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:55pm	Rochester	13h 25m	8:20am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Rochester to Washington on January 15
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:20am	Rochester	14h	3:20pm	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:05pm	Rochester	11h 40m	11:45pm	Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	1:20am	Rochester	13h	2:20pm	Union Station	No tags
	Bus	5:15pm	Rochester	13h 35m	6:50am	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:55pm	Rochester	13h 25m	8:20am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Rochester to Washington on January 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:35pm	Rochester	11h 55m	11:30am	Union Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:05pm	Rochester	11h 40m	11:45pm	Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	9:05am	Rochester	13h 25m	10:30pm	Union Station	No tags
	Bus	5:15pm	Rochester	13h 35m	6:50am	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:55pm	Rochester	13h 25m	8:20am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Rochester to Washington on January 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	12:35am	Rochester	12h 30m	1:05pm	Union Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:05pm	Rochester	11h 40m	11:45pm	Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	1:20am	Rochester	13h	2:20pm	Union Station	No tags
	Bus	5:15pm	Rochester	13h 35m	6:50am	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:55pm	Rochester	13h 25m	8:20am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Rochester to Washington on January 20
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	12:35am	Rochester	13h	1:35pm	Union Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:05pm	Rochester	11h 40m	11:45pm	Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	1:20am	Rochester	13h 45m	3:05pm	Union Station	No tags
	Bus	5:15pm	Rochester	13h 35m	6:50am	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:55pm	Rochester	13h 25m	8:20am	Union Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Rochester to Washington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 13 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just $95, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

20bus per day

13h 25mAverage Duration

472 kmDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$95 - $439	Average Duration13h 25m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$119 - $1,152	Average Duration12h 7m	CO₂ emissions 43kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Rochester and Washington?

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 Washington

A
Dupont Circle
1500 20th St NW, Washington, DC 20036, USA
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B
Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
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C
Metro Center Station
663 11th St NW, Washington, D.C., DC 20004, USA
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D
L’Enfant Plaza
In front of McDonald's, 400 C St SW, Washington, DC 20024, USA
Map
E
10th Street NW
Charter bus loading zone in front of Madame Tussaud's, 610 10th St NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
Map
F
Foggy Bottom
1905 G St NW, Washington, DC 20431, USA
Map

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512,024 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587,497 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Based on 87497 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 $95

Greyhound Rochester Washington recent customer reviews

I had a really bad experience on greyhound heading back home to Washington from New York The bus Broke down in New Jersey too almost 2 hrs maybe more before another bus arrived and then once I arrived at Washington I realized there was a bag of mines missing I went to make a baggage claim and was greeted by an extremely rude Lady at the ticket stand who would refused to give me here name and on top of that told me to go look for a supervisor when I asked if she could get a higher up for me all and all I’ll give my trip a 2 out of 10 also the WiFi did not work the entire trip

Terron B.

November 5, 2018

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 Washington, DC, 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 Rochester to Washington?
The cheapest bus tickets from Rochester to Washington start from $95. The average price for this route is around $167. 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 Washington?
The average bus travel time from Rochester to Washington is 13h 25m, covering a distance of 472 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 11h and is operated by New York Trailways.
Which bus companies service the Rochester to Washington route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 20 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 Washington?
The earliest bus departs from Rochester to Washington at 12:35am. And the latest bus departs at 11:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rochester to Washington?
A bus trip from Rochester to Washington generates an estimated 12 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 Washington?
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 4430 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Rochester to Washington?
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 Washington?
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 Washington?
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

01-10

$136

01-11

$138

Today

$121

01-13

$134

01-14

$106

01-15

$146

01-16

$168

01-17

$131

The cheapest trip from Rochester, NY, US to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Jan 14, 2026 with a price of $106

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 Washington, DC, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $106 to $168 for a bus ticket from Rochester, NY, US to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $106 which is on 2026-01-14.