Bus from Chicago to Rochester, NY, US: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Chicago to Rochester on January 21
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
RochesterCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Downtown Greyhound Station
RochesterFastest

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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Rochester

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Rochester. The journey takes about 11 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $78, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
11h 30mAverage Duration
835 kmDistance
76kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average Price$92 - $393Average Duration22h 30m
21kg CO₂e
Train
Average Price$78 - $279Average Duration11h 30m
76kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago 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.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Rochester?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Rochester start from $92. The average price for this route is around $121. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Chicago to Rochester?

    The average bus travel time from Chicago to Rochester is 22h 30m, covering a distance of 838 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 15h 20m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Chicago to Rochester route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Chicago to Rochester?

    The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Rochester at 5:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:10pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Rochester?

    A bus trip from Chicago to Rochester generates an estimated 21 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Chicago to Rochester?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87500 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Rochester?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Chicago to Rochester?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Chicago to Rochester?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to Rochester, NY, US was searched and found on Jan 20, 2026 with a price of $182

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

You can expect to pay from $182 to $184 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Rochester, NY, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $184 which is on 2026-01-21.

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