How far is Rochester from Potsdam by coach?

The journey from Potsdam to Rochester by coach covers an approximate distance of 170 miles (275 km).

Is there a way to reach Rochester from Potsdam without a car?

You can reach Rochester from Potsdam by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Bus Potsdam to Rochester from £56 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Potsdam to Rochester on 25 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
05:45	SUNY	5h 50m	11:35	Bus Station	Cheapest
05:50	Clarkson University	5h 45m	11:35	Bus Station	Fastest
05:35	Potsdam, NY	8h 38m	14:13	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags
05:35	Potsdam	6h	11:35	Bus Station	No tags
05:35	Potsdam, NY	8h 38m	14:13	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 21:44 EST.

Get from Potsdam to Rochester

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 5 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just £61, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

5h 50mAverage duration

167 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Potsdam and Rochester?

Stops in Potsdam

A
Clarkson University
8 Clarkson Ave, Potsdam, NY 13676, USA
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B
SUNY
Barrington Drive, Potsdam, NY 13676
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C
Market Square
22 Depot Street, Potsdam, NY 13676

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

New York Trailways

4/54,413 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi3.2

Amtrak

4/55,604 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Adirondack Trailways

4/51,126 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.8

WiFi2.4

Based on 1126 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Adirondack Trailways ticket prices on this trip start at £80

Adirondack Trailways Potsdam Rochester recent customer reviews

Drivers were on time and helpful but the bus excessively and uncomfortably vibrated and there was a smokey burning smell that caused me to have an allergy attack. Quality of the buses are lacking.

Roy S.

14 April 2023

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

How far is Rochester from Potsdam by coach?
The journey from Potsdam to Rochester by coach covers an approximate distance of 170 miles (275 km).
Is there a way to reach Rochester from Potsdam without a car?
You can reach Rochester from Potsdam by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. 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

22/11

£76

23/11

£70

Today

£70

25/11

£62

26/11

£56

27/11

No data

28/11

No data

29/11

No data

The cheapest trip from Potsdam, US to Rochester, NY, US was searched and found on 26 Nov 2025 with a price of £56

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

You can expect to pay from £56 to £105 for a bus ticket from Potsdam, US to Rochester, NY, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £56, which is on 2025-11-26.

Usually Amtrak 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.