How much is the bus ticket from Albany to Rochester?

The cheapest bus tickets from Albany to Rochester start from $42. The average price for this route is around $63. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Albany to Rochester?

The average bus trip duration from Albany to Rochester is 9h 45m, covering a distance of 198 miles (320 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 15m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Albany to Rochester route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from Adirondack Trailways , FlixBus , Greyhound , Peter Pan .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Albany to Rochester?

The earliest bus departs from Albany to Rochester at 4:20am. And the latest bus departs at 11:20pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Albany to Rochester?

A bus trip from Albany to Rochester generates an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Albany 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 1126 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Albany to Rochester?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Peter Pan has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Albany to Rochester?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Peter Pan , with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Albany 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 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Bus Albany to Rochester from $41 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Albany to Rochester on November 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Adirondack Trailways + New York Trailways	Bus	10:35am	Albany Terminal	7h 50m	6:25pm	Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	10:35am	Albany Bus Terminal	5h 15m	3:50pm	Rochester	Fastest
Adirondack Trailways + New York Trailways	Bus	4:00pm	1400 Washington Ave.	10h 15m	2:15am	Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	7:55pm	Albany Bus Terminal	7h 30m	3:25am	Rochester	No tags
Adirondack Trailways + New York Trailways	Bus	10:55am	1400 Washington Ave.	7h 30m	6:25pm	Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Albany to Rochester on November 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Adirondack Trailways + New York Trailways	Bus	3:45pm	ALB Airport	10h 30m	2:15am	Bus Station	Cheapest
Adirondack Trailways + New York Trailways	Bus	3:10pm	1400 Washington Ave.	6h	9:10pm	U of R	Fastest
Adirondack Trailways + New York Trailways	Bus	10:55am	1400 Washington Ave.	7h 30m	6:25pm	Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:20am	Albany Bus Terminal	11h 55m	4:15pm	Rochester	No tags
Adirondack Trailways + New York Trailways	Bus	3:10pm	1400 Washington Ave.	6h 30m	9:40pm	Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Albany to Rochester on December 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Adirondack Trailways + New York Trailways	Bus	3:45pm	ALB Airport	10h 30m	2:15am	Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	10:35am	Albany Bus Terminal	5h 15m	3:50pm	Rochester	Fastest
Adirondack Trailways + New York Trailways	Bus	4:00pm	1400 Washington Ave.	10h 15m	2:15am	Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	7:55pm	Albany Bus Terminal	7h 30m	3:25am	Rochester	No tags
Adirondack Trailways + New York Trailways	Bus	10:55am	1400 Washington Ave.	7h 30m	6:25pm	Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Albany to Rochester on December 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:35am	Albany Bus Terminal	5h 15m	3:50pm	Rochester	CheapestFastest
Adirondack Trailways + New York Trailways	Bus	4:00pm	1400 Washington Ave.	10h 15m	2:15am	Bus Station	No tags
Adirondack Trailways + New York Trailways	Bus	4:30pm	Albany Terminal	9h 45m	2:15am	Bus Station	No tags
Adirondack Trailways + New York Trailways	Bus	3:45pm	ALB Airport	10h 30m	2:15am	Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Albany to Rochester on December 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:35am	Albany Bus Terminal	5h 15m	3:50pm	Rochester	CheapestFastest
Adirondack Trailways + New York Trailways	Bus	4:00pm	1400 Washington Ave.	10h 15m	2:15am	Bus Station	No tags
Adirondack Trailways + New York Trailways	Bus	4:30pm	Albany Terminal	9h 45m	2:15am	Bus Station	No tags
Adirondack Trailways + New York Trailways	Bus	3:45pm	ALB Airport	10h 30m	2:15am	Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Albany to Rochester on December 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Adirondack Trailways + New York Trailways	Bus	10:35am	Albany Terminal	7h 50m	6:25pm	Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	10:35am	Albany Bus Terminal	5h 15m	3:50pm	Rochester	Fastest
Adirondack Trailways + New York Trailways	Bus	4:00pm	1400 Washington Ave.	10h 15m	2:15am	Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	7:55pm	Albany Bus Terminal	7h 30m	3:25am	Rochester	No tags
Adirondack Trailways + New York Trailways	Bus	10:55am	1400 Washington Ave.	7h 30m	6:25pm	Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Albany to Rochester on December 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Adirondack Trailways + New York Trailways	Bus	10:35am	Albany Terminal	7h 50m	6:25pm	Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	10:35am	Albany Bus Terminal	5h 15m	3:50pm	Rochester	Fastest
Adirondack Trailways + New York Trailways	Bus	4:00pm	1400 Washington Ave.	10h 15m	2:15am	Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	7:55pm	Albany Bus Terminal	7h 30m	3:25am	Rochester	No tags
Adirondack Trailways + New York Trailways	Bus	3:00pm	1400 Washington Ave.	11h 15m	2:15am	Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Albany to Rochester on December 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Adirondack Trailways + New York Trailways	Bus	10:35am	Albany Terminal	7h 50m	6:25pm	Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	10:35am	Albany Bus Terminal	5h 15m	3:50pm	Rochester	Fastest
Adirondack Trailways + New York Trailways	Bus	10:55am	1400 Washington Ave.	7h 30m	6:25pm	Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	7:55pm	Albany Bus Terminal	7h 30m	3:25am	Rochester	No tags
Adirondack Trailways + New York Trailways	Bus	4:00pm	1400 Washington Ave.	10h 15m	2:15am	Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:12 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Albany to Rochester

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Rochester. The journey takes about 4 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $46, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day

4h 5mAverage Duration

199 milesDistance

29kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$42 - $324	Average Duration9h 45m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$46 - $124	Average Duration4h 5m	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Albany and Rochester?

Stops in Albany

A
SUNY Collins Circle
1400 Washington Ave (Student Association Building, Bus Stop is at Collins Circle), Albany, NY 12206
B
Albany Airport
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C
Greyhound Station
34 Hamilton St, Albany, NY 12207, USA
D
Bethlehem Center
402-408 US-9W, Glenmont, NY 12077, USA
E
Beckers Corner
117 Lasher Rd, Selkirk, NY 12158, USA
F
Crossgates Mall
1 Crossgates Mall Rd (overflow lot off Crossgates Mall Road opposite JC Penney near Access Road), Albany, NY 12205, USA

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
Visit page

Compare bus companies

Adirondack Trailways

4/51,129 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511,472 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Greyhound

3.5/587,407 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

Greyhound Albany Rochester recent customer reviews

Travel is great with Greyhound

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June 23, 2018

Peter Pan

4/56,350 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.7

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Albany, NY to Rochester, NY, US by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Albany to Rochester?
The cheapest bus tickets from Albany to Rochester start from $42. The average price for this route is around $63. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Albany to Rochester?
The average bus trip duration from Albany to Rochester is 9h 45m, covering a distance of 198 miles (320 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 15m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Albany to Rochester route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from Adirondack Trailways, FlixBus, Greyhound, Peter Pan.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Albany to Rochester?
The earliest bus departs from Albany to Rochester at 4:20am. And the latest bus departs at 11:20pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Albany to Rochester?
A bus trip from Albany to Rochester generates an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Albany 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 1126 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Albany to Rochester?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Peter Pan has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Albany to Rochester?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Peter Pan, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Albany 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 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/27

$74

11/28

$82

Today

$111

11/30

$197

12/01

$64

12/02

$47

12/03

$45

12/04

$47

The cheapest trip from Albany, NY to Rochester, NY, US was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $45

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

You can expect to pay from $45 to $197 for a bus ticket from Albany, NY to Rochester, NY, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $45 which is on 2025-12-03.

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.