Bus Tickets from Philadelphia, PA to Rochester, NY, US

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TodayJul 7
from US$113
TomorrowJul 8
from US$108
WedJul 9
from US$62
ThuJul 10
from US$67
FriJul 11
from US$80
SatJul 12
from US$71
SunJul 13
from US$79
MonJul 14
from US$75

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: July 8 at
    Departure city: Philadelphia
    Departure location: 199 Spring Garden St.
    Arrival time: July 8 at
    Destination city: Rochester
    Destination location: Rochester
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: July 8 at
    Departure city: Philadelphia
    Departure location: Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
    Arrival time: July 9 at
    Destination city: Rochester
    Destination location: Rochester
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 8 at
    Departure city: Philadelphia
    Departure location: 199 Spring Garden St.
    Arrival time: July 8 at
    Destination city: Rochester
    Destination location: Rochester
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 8 at
    Departure city: Philadelphia
    Departure location: 199 Spring Garden St.
    Arrival time: July 8 at
    Destination city: Rochester
    Destination location: Rochester
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 8 at
    Departure city: Philadelphia
    Departure location: Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
    Arrival time: July 8 at
    Destination city: Rochester
    Destination location: Rochester
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Philadelphia to Rochester

Bus
Average PriceUS$60 - US$159Average Duration10h 50m
10kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$72 - US$830Average Duration10h 41m
37kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Philadelphia to Rochester

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Rochester. The journey takes about 10 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$60, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

24bus per day
10h 50mAverage Duration
US$60Cheapest ticket
10kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Philadelphia to Rochester: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$80
Average Bus Trip Duration10h 50m
Number of daily buses24
Earliest bus departure2:00am
Distance410 km
Latest bus departure10:30pm

Philadelphia to Rochester Bus

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Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Rochester from Philadelphia, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Philadelphia, PA - Rochester, NY, US

  1. What is the distance between Philadelphia and Rochester?

    The distance between Philadelphia and Rochester is around 411 km (255 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Philadelphia to Rochester?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Philadelphia Airport, in Philadelphia, and end it at Bus Station, in Rochester.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
07-05
US$112
07-06
US$136
Today
US$105
07-08
US$100
07-09
US$54
07-10
US$60
07-11
US$73
07-12
US$63
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Philadelphia to Rochester was searched and found on Jul 9, 2025 with a price of US$54

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

You can expect to pay from US$54 to US$179 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia to Rochester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$54 which is on 2025-07-09.

Usually FlixBus Inc. 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Philadelphia and Rochester!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Philadelphia to Rochester, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Philadelphia to Rochester.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Philadelphia to Rochester while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

What's the cheapest way to go from Philadelphia to Rochester?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to Philadelphia by bus?

Bus from Philadelphia to Rochester

You can also go to Rochester by train

Train from Philadelphia to Rochester

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