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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Chemung County Transportation Center | Bus Station | CheapestFastest | ||||
 | Bus | Elmira | Rochester | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:17 PM EST.
Get from Elmira to Rochester
The journey takes about 5 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 662, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Elmira and Rochester?
Stops in Rochester
- A186 Cumberland St (Across from the Amtrak Terminal) , Rochester, NY 14605
- BRush Rhees Library, 755 Library Road, Rochester, NY 14627
- C
Rochester Institute of Technology
61 Lomb Memorial Dr, Rochester, NY 14623
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Elmira, NY, US to Rochester, NY, US by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Elmira to Rochester?
The cheapest bus tickets from Elmira to Rochester start at R 662. The average price for this route is around R 856. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Elmira to Rochester?
The average bus journey time from Elmira to Rochester is 5h 15m, covering a distance of 137 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2h 50m and is operated by Adirondack Trailways.
Which bus companies service the Elmira to Rochester route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Adirondack Trailways, FlixBus, New York Trailways.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Elmira to Rochester?
The earliest bus departs from Elmira to Rochester at 11:15. And the latest bus departs at 19:15.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Elmira to Rochester?
A bus trip from Elmira to Rochester produces an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Elmira to Rochester?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Adirondack Trailways, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 1145 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Elmira to Rochester?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company New York Trailways has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.1.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Elmira to Rochester?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Adirondack Trailways, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Elmira to Rochester?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Adirondack Trailways, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Elmira, NY, US to Rochester, NY, US was searched and found on 24 Jan 2026 with a price of R 540To 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 R 540 to R 1 255 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 R 540, which is on 2026-01-24.
