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

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

What is the best way to go from Rochester to Newark without a car?

The best way to go from Rochester to Newark without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Bus Rochester to Newark from £34 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Rochester to Newark on 19 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	23:35	Rochester	6h	05:35	Newark Penn Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Rochester to Newark on 20 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:00	Bus Station	7h 45m	15:45	Newark (Amtrak)	Cheapest
Bus	00:55	Bus Station	5h 45m	06:40	Newark (Amtrak)	Fastest
Bus	10:20	Rochester	6h 25m	16:45	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	18:55	Rochester	6h 40m	01:35	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	13:20	Bus Station	6h 20m	19:40	Newark (Amtrak)	No tags

Next departures from Rochester to Newark on 21 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:00	Bus Station	7h 45m	15:45	Newark (Amtrak)	Cheapest
Bus	00:55	Bus Station	5h 45m	06:40	Newark (Amtrak)	Fastest
Bus	00:35	Rochester	6h 25m	07:00	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	18:55	Rochester	6h 40m	01:35	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	13:20	Bus Station	6h 20m	19:40	Newark (Amtrak)	No tags

Next departures from Rochester to Newark on 22 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:00	Bus Station	7h 45m	15:45	Newark (Amtrak)	Cheapest
Bus	00:55	Bus Station	5h 45m	06:40	Newark (Amtrak)	Fastest
Bus	00:35	Rochester	6h 25m	07:00	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	18:55	Rochester	6h 40m	01:35	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	13:20	Bus Station	6h 20m	19:40	Newark (Amtrak)	No tags

Next departures from Rochester to Newark on 23 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:00	Bus Station	7h 45m	15:45	Newark (Amtrak)	Cheapest
Bus	00:55	Bus Station	5h 45m	06:40	Newark (Amtrak)	Fastest
Bus	00:35	Rochester	6h 25m	07:00	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	18:55	Rochester	6h 40m	01:35	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	13:20	Bus Station	6h 20m	19:40	Newark (Amtrak)	No tags

Next departures from Rochester to Newark on 24 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:00	Bus Station	7h 45m	15:45	Newark (Amtrak)	Cheapest
Bus	00:55	Bus Station	5h 45m	06:40	Newark (Amtrak)	Fastest
Bus	00:35	Rochester	6h 25m	07:00	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	18:55	Rochester	6h 40m	01:35	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	13:20	Bus Station	6h 20m	19:40	Newark (Amtrak)	No tags

Next departures from Rochester to Newark on 25 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	13:20	Bus Station	6h 20m	19:40	Newark (Amtrak)	Cheapest
Bus	00:55	Bus Station	5h 45m	06:40	Newark (Amtrak)	Fastest
Bus	00:35	Rochester	6h 25m	07:00	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	18:55	Rochester	6h 40m	01:35	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	10:20	Rochester	6h 25m	16:45	Newark Penn Station	No tags

Next departures from Rochester to Newark on 26 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:00	Bus Station	7h 45m	15:45	Newark (Amtrak)	Cheapest
Bus	00:55	Bus Station	5h 45m	06:40	Newark (Amtrak)	Fastest
Bus	00:35	Rochester	6h 25m	07:00	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	18:55	Rochester	6h 40m	01:35	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	13:20	Bus Station	6h 20m	19:40	Newark (Amtrak)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 16:37 EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Rochester to Newark

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Newark. The journey takes about 6 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just £37, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day

6h 25mAverage duration

244 milesDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£37 - £127	Average duration6h 25m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£53 - £624	Average duration9h 10m	CO₂ emissions 36kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,380 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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

Greyhound

3.5/587,382 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

According to customer reviews, there have been complaints about delays and issues with check-in. Some customers also reported losing their belongings on the bus without any response from the lost and found department. These incidents have caused inconvenience for passengers, especially those traveling with children.

Greyhound Rochester Newark recent customer reviews

The bus come late and didn't check me in but he drop us of at ny ny port authorities, and I forgot my laundry big yellow bus under the bus number 86204 no ones have call me about my bag I have important document on that bag and my baby stuff in there. I report it to lost and found but they haven't answer yet please contact me if u found my bag atleast let me know where can I pick it up

Ingri M.

29 June 2023

Pls fix this problem me and my children was stuck at the bus station for 3in for hours

N T.

15 December 2022

Everything was well, my only issue was the phone charger sockets are hard to use because of plastic cover that stops a person's charger from going in all the way

James B.

16 March 2020

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Where are the popular stops in Rochester and Newark?

Stops in Rochester

A - Bus Station

B - U of R

C - Rochester Institute of Technology

Stops in Newark

A - Penn Station

B - Newark Liberty International Airport

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

What's the distance between Rochester and Newark by coach?
The distance between Rochester and Newark by coach is approximately 244 miles (393 km).
What is the best way to go from Rochester to Newark without a car?
The best way to go from Rochester to Newark without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. 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

17/11

£37

18/11

£44

Today

£45

20/11

£40

21/11

£39

22/11

£40

23/11

£40

24/11

£45

The cheapest trip from Rochester, NY, US to Newark, NJ was searched and found on 17 Nov 2025 with a price of £37

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 Newark, NJ as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £37 to £129 for a bus ticket from Rochester, NY, US to Newark, NJ based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £39, which is on 2025-11-21.

Usually FlixBus, Greyhound 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.