What's the distance between Elmira and Rochester by coach?

The distance between Elmira and Rochester by coach is approximately 88 miles (141 km).

How can I get from Elmira to Rochester without driving?

You can travel to Rochester from Elmira by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Bus Elmira to Rochester from £30 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Elmira to Rochester on 26 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	19:15	Elmira	5h 15m	00:30	Rochester	No tags
Bus	19:15	Elmira	5h 15m	00:30	Rochester	No tags
Bus	19:15	Elmira	5h 15m	00:30	Rochester	No tags
Bus	15:35	Chemung County Transportation Center	2h 50m	18:25	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	18:55	Elmira	5h 35m	00:30	Rochester	No tags

Get from Elmira to Rochester

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 2 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just £26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

2h 50mAverage duration

85 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Elmira and Rochester?

Stops in Elmira

A
Chemung County Transportation Center
100 E Church St, Elmira, NY 14901
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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

FlixBus

3.5/511,452 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

New York Trailways

4/54,414 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi3.2

Based on 4414 reviews, the company was rated 3.9 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. New York Trailways ticket prices on this trip start at £34

New York Trailways Elmira Rochester recent customer reviews

Very good to take the bus the only thing is prices a little to high other then that they are wonderful

Jan F.

24 November 2018

It was still a comfortable pleasant trip. The drivers were great.

Alisha H.

30 December 2022

Adirondack Trailways

4/51,127 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.8

WiFi2.4

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

What's the distance between Elmira and Rochester by coach?
The distance between Elmira and Rochester by coach is approximately 88 miles (141 km).
How can I get from Elmira to Rochester without driving?
You can travel to Rochester from Elmira by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

24/11

£30

25/11

No data

Today

£32

27/11

No data

28/11

£42

29/11

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30/11

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01/12

£30

The cheapest trip from Elmira, NY, US to Rochester, NY, US was searched and found on 24 Nov 2025 with a price of £30

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

You can expect to pay from £30 to £55 for a bus ticket from Elmira, NY, US to Rochester, NY, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £30, which is on 2025-12-01.