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

The distance between Newark and Rochester by coach is approximately 244 miles (393 km).

How can I get from Newark to Rochester without driving?

You can travel to Rochester from Newark by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Bus Newark to Rochester from £33 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Newark to Rochester on 20 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:30	Newark (Amtrak)	7h 55m	18:25	Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	20:30	Newark (Amtrak)	5h 45m	02:15	Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	00:35	Newark Penn Station	6h 5m	06:40	Rochester	No tags
	Bus	04:30	Newark Penn Station	9h	13:30	Rochester	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	15:00	Newark Penn Station	8h 10m	23:10	Rochester	No tags

Next departures from Newark to Rochester on 24 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	04:30	Newark Penn Station	9h	13:30	Rochester	Cheapest
	Bus	20:30	Newark (Amtrak)	5h 45m	02:15	Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	00:35	Newark Penn Station	6h 5m	06:40	Rochester	No tags
	Bus	08:50	Newark Penn Station	7h	15:50	Rochester	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	15:00	Newark Penn Station	8h 10m	23:10	Rochester	No tags

Next departures from Newark to Rochester on 26 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	08:50	Newark Penn Station	7h	15:50	Rochester	Cheapest
	Bus	20:30	Newark (Amtrak)	5h 45m	02:15	Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	00:35	Newark Penn Station	6h 5m	06:40	Rochester	No tags
	Bus	04:30	Newark Penn Station	9h	13:30	Rochester	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	15:00	Newark Penn Station	8h 10m	23:10	Rochester	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 11:39 EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Newark 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 7 hours and with fares starting at just £38, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day

7hAverage duration

244 milesDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£38 - £269	Average duration7h	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£53 - £402	Average duration9h 21m	CO₂ emissions 36kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,380 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 11380 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at £39

FlixBus Newark Rochester recent customer reviews

The bus was very dirty my seat and seatbelt were broken and it was just overall an unwelcoming non relaxing experience.

Marisa P.

12 September 2023

Greyhound

3.5/587,382 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Based on 87382 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 Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at £38

Greyhound Newark Rochester recent customer reviews

My schedule was 206 from Newark Penn station to Rochester. No information about what happens to the bus. It impacts my schedule for later days. Very disappointed in terms of transparency of operations.

Sahil G.

15 August 2021

Adirondack Trailways

4/51,126 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.8

WiFi2.4

New York Trailways

4/54,412 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi3.2

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Where are the popular stops in Newark and Rochester?

Stops in Newark

A - Penn Station

B - Newark Liberty International Airport

Stops in Rochester

A - Bus Station

B - Rochester Institute of Technology

C - U of R

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

What's the distance between Newark and Rochester by coach?
The distance between Newark and Rochester by coach is approximately 244 miles (393 km).
How can I get from Newark to Rochester without driving?
You can travel to Rochester from Newark by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

17/11

£42

18/11

£45

Today

£45

20/11

£46

21/11

£42

22/11

£44

23/11

£54

24/11

£51

The cheapest trip from Newark, NJ to Rochester, NY, US was searched and found on 17 Nov 2025 with a price of £42

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

You can expect to pay from £42 to £64 for a bus ticket from Newark, NJ to Rochester, NY, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £42, which is on 2025-11-21.

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.