Bus from Richmond, VA, US to Rochester, NY, US: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Richmond to Rochester on December 14
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBusBus
Richmond (17th St and Ambler)
RochesterCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
RochesterFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
RochesterNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
RochesterNo tags
FlixBusBus
Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
RochesterNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Richmond to Rochester

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Rochester. The journey takes about 16 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just $115, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14bus per day
16h 5mAverage Duration
626 kmDistance
16kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$115 - $622Average Duration16h 5m
16kg CO₂e
Average Price$159 - $1,121Average Duration15h 56m
56kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Richmond, VA, US 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 Richmond to Rochester?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Richmond to Rochester start from $115. The average price for this route is around $198. 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 Richmond to Rochester?

    The average bus travel time from Richmond to Rochester is 16h 5m, covering a distance of 626 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 14h 55m and is operated by FlixBus.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 14 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Richmond to Rochester at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 10:50pm.

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

    A bus trip from Richmond to Rochester generates an estimated 16 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 Richmond to Rochester?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11504 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Richmond 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 Richmond 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 Richmond 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.

Best price found
12-11
$173
12-12
No data
Today
$181
12-14
$176
12-15
$126
12-16
$132
12-17
$130
12-18
$169
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Rochester, NY, US was searched and found on Dec 15, 2025 with a price of $126

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

You can expect to pay from $126 to $239 for a bus ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Rochester, NY, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $126 which is on 2025-12-15.

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.

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