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Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Rochester. The journey takes about 18 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$60, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus Chicago to Rochester, NY, US: Trip Overview
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Chicago - Rochester, NY, US
What is the distance between Chicago and Rochester?
It's about 836 km (519 miles) from Chicago to Rochester.
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Chicago to Rochester?
Buses traveling this route start their trip at Downtown Greyhound Station, in Chicago, and end it at Bus Station, in Rochester.
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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 US$78 to US$133 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 US$78 which is on 2025-07-30.
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9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.
The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.
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