What's the distance between Rochester and New York City by coach?

The journey from Rochester to New York City by coach covers an approximate distance of 251 miles (404 km).

What is the best way to go from Rochester to New York City without flying?

To travel from Rochester to New York City without flying, you can take the coaches. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Bus Rochester to New York City from £28 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Rochester to New York City on 26 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	22:15	Rochester	6h 35m	04:50	New York Port Authority	CheapestFastest
	Bus	23:35	Rochester	6h 45m	06:20	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	No tags

Next departures from Rochester to New York City on 27 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
New York Trailways + Peter Pan	Bus	13:20	Bus Station	7h 15m	20:35	New York Port Authority	Cheapest
	Bus	00:55	Bus Station	6h 15m	07:10	New York Port Authority	Fastest
	Bus	17:15	Rochester	7h 5m	00:20	New York Port Authority	No tags
	Bus	09:05	Rochester	7h 10m	16:15	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	No tags
	Bus	12:35	Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC)	7h 10m	19:45	GW Bridge	No tags

Next departures from Rochester to New York City on 28 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:50	Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC)	6h 25m	23:15	11th Ave (between W35th and W36th Street)	Cheapest
Bus	23:55	#400 Jefferson Rd	6h 5m	06:00	95 Canal St	Fastest
Bus	17:15	Rochester	7h 5m	00:20	New York Port Authority	No tags
Bus	00:35	Rochester	7h	07:35	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	No tags
Bus	12:35	Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC)	7h 10m	19:45	GW Bridge	No tags

Next departures from Rochester to New York City on 29 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:00	Bus Station	8h 15m	16:15	New York Port Authority	Cheapest
Bus	00:55	Bus Station	6h 15m	07:10	New York Port Authority	Fastest
Bus	17:15	Rochester	7h 5m	00:20	New York Port Authority	No tags
Bus	00:35	Rochester	7h	07:35	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	No tags
Bus	12:35	Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC)	7h 10m	19:45	GW Bridge	No tags

Next departures from Rochester to New York City on 30 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	23:55	#400 Jefferson Rd	6h 5m	06:00	95 Canal St	CheapestFastest
Bus	17:15	Rochester	7h 5m	00:20	New York Port Authority	No tags
Bus	00:35	Rochester	7h	07:35	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	No tags
Bus	08:00	Bus Station	8h 15m	16:15	New York Port Authority	No tags
Bus	16:50	Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC)	6h 25m	23:15	11th Ave (between W35th and W36th Street)	No tags

Next departures from Rochester to New York City on 1 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:55	Rochester	7h 10m	02:05	New York Port Authority	Cheapest
Bus	23:55	#400 Jefferson Rd	6h 5m	06:00	95 Canal St	Fastest
Bus	17:15	Rochester	7h 5m	00:20	New York Port Authority	No tags
Bus	00:35	Rochester	7h	07:35	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	No tags
Bus	12:35	Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC)	7h 10m	19:45	GW Bridge	No tags

Next departures from Rochester to New York City on 2 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	09:15	Bus Station	7h	16:15	New York Port Authority	Cheapest
Bus	00:55	Bus Station	6h 15m	07:10	New York Port Authority	Fastest
Bus	17:15	Rochester	7h 5m	00:20	New York Port Authority	No tags
Bus	00:35	Rochester	7h	07:35	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	No tags
Bus	12:35	Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC)	7h 10m	19:45	GW Bridge	No tags

Next departures from Rochester to New York City on 3 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	00:35	Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC)	6h 20m	06:55	11th Ave (between W35th and W36th Street)	Cheapest
Bus	23:55	#400 Jefferson Rd	6h 5m	06:00	95 Canal St	Fastest
Bus	17:15	Rochester	7h 5m	00:20	New York Port Authority	No tags
Bus	00:35	Rochester	7h	07:35	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	No tags
Bus	12:35	Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC)	7h 10m	19:45	GW Bridge	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Rochester to New York City

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach New York City. The journey takes about 7 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just £25, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

18bus per day

7h 5mAverage duration

249 milesDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£25 - £148	Average duration7h 5m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£47 - £468	Average duration8h 36m	CO₂ emissions 37kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Rochester and New York City?

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 New York City

A
New York Port Authority
40-42, 625 8th Ave, New York, NY 10018, USA
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B
11th Ave (between W35th and W36th Street)
428-436 11th Ave, Stop across from Javits Convention Center, New York, NY 10018, USA
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C
GW Bridge
4211 Broadway, New York, NY 10033, USA
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D
Chinatown
122 Allen St, New York, NY 10002-3004
E
Chinatown - E Broadway
127 E Broadway, New York, NY 10002, USA
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F
34th St & 9th Ave
367 W 34th St, New York, NY 10001, USA

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,452 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Users have noted that the journey was pleasant and straightforward, with a helpful and friendly driver. However, there were suggestions for improving cleanliness in the bathrooms and ensuring that outlets are functional. Overall, passengers appreciated the reasonable pricing of this service.

FlixBus Rochester New York City recent customer reviews

Most everything was great. Kind, professional driver with no problems during the ride. I would have liked to know how long each stop would be ahead of time, however. That way if I need food I can plan on grabbing some during a 15 minute stop as opposed to a 5 minute stop.

Damien D.

4 September 2025

It was a nice straightforward journey with a very welcome stop the driver was very helpful and friendly and it was reasonably priced

Sarah M.

15 August 2023

Clean the bathrooms more and see if you can get the outlets working.

Megan Q.

15 July 2025

Adirondack Trailways

4/51,127 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.8

WiFi2.4

New York Trailways

4/54,414 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi3.2

Users have shared positive feedback about their travel experiences, highlighting smooth and comfortable rides with courteous and respectful drivers. The trips were generally on time, contributing to a pleasant journey overall. However, there was an isolated mention of the bus toilet being out of order during one trip.

New York Trailways Rochester New York City recent customer reviews

I didn’t enjoy anything about the trip. It was extremely late for departure and arrival and none of the phone outlet sockets work.

Valencia M.

21 June 2025

The bus I rode on had a malfunctioning heating/cooling system, so the atmosphere on the bus was extremely, uncomfortably hot for the trip from Rochester to NYC. Also, it was raining and the roof escape hatch was leaky. The seat back charging stations at my seat and the one across the aisle were not working.

Cynthia B.

7 September 2022

The driver didn't give much to use a bathroom on stops but we were late in New York by 15min

Yuriy K.

2 October 2018

Greyhound

3.5/587,397 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

According to 21 reviews, Greyhound received a 3.1-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff, but some complained about the timeliness. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at £36

Greyhound Rochester New York City recent customer reviews

I didn’t like it at all. Extremely uncomfortable bus. Bus seems very old and bad seats. Bus was very late as well. It should be refunded :(

Umer R.

12 October 2023

Terrible service. Bus never came after waiting five hours. Boone had information to help us.

Chelsea E.

22 June 2023

Bus was absolutely disgusting. They offered a $10 coupon for how upset I was. Will never use greyhound again. Worst bus line. Always filthy and late.

Felicia M.

8 December 2019

OurBus

4/53,155 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi3.1

Based on 3155 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. OurBus ticket prices on this trip start at £25

OurBus Rochester New York City recent customer reviews

It wasn't being late that bothered me but the lack of stops, I'd happily be a half-hour longer and have a break.

Phillip S.

13 August 2019

I took the bus for the first time. It was a good experience. The bus left and reached on time. I wish there was a short 10-15 mins break though. Also the driver could be a little smiling, he was nice otherwise.

Syeda H.

4 January 2019

It’s very easy

Carlos R.

23 November 2024

Wanda Coach

2.5/5649 reviews

Staff3

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness2.4

WiFi1.7

According to customer reviews, there have been issues with the service provided by the company. Some customers reported that their tickets were for buses that did not exist on the date and time they purchased them for. The company informed them at the last minute that the bus would arrive on a different day, causing inconvenience and forcing customers to find alternative transportation options. Additionally, some customers expressed dissatisfaction with the customer service provided by the company.

Wanda Coach Rochester New York City recent customer reviews

My ticket was for a nonexistent bus for the time/date I purchased it for. They informed me the bus wasn’t coming until the following day despite showing up at the accurate time and date as shown on ticket. I had to call when it didn’t show up on time, and learned of this situation. I was lucky to find an alternate bus line to help me make it in time for my flight the following day.

Bianca W.

11 November 2022

I think the customer service and everything can be better

Eddison D.

5 November 2022

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Rochester, NY, US to New York City

What's the distance between Rochester and New York City by coach?
The journey from Rochester to New York City by coach covers an approximate distance of 251 miles (404 km).
What is the best way to go from Rochester to New York City without flying?
To travel from Rochester to New York City without flying, you can take the coaches. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

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

£122

25/11

£169

Today

£187

27/11

£54

28/11

£38

29/11

£48

30/11

£47

01/12

£42

The cheapest trip from Rochester, NY, US to New York City was searched and found on 28 Nov 2025 with a price of £38

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 New York City as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £38 to £207 for a bus ticket from Rochester, NY, US to New York City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £38, which is on 2025-11-28.

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.