Bus from Rochester, NY, US to Philadelphia, PA: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Rochester to Philadelphia on November 28
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
New York Trailways + Peter Pan
Bus
    Bus Station
    Philadelphia (Spring Garden)Cheapest
    New York Trailways + Peter Pan
    Bus
      Bus Station
      Philadelphia (Spring Garden)Fastest
      FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
      Bus
      Rochester
      199 Spring Garden St.No tags
      Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
      Rochester
      199 Spring Garden St.No tags
      FlixBusBus
      Rochester
      Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden StNo tags

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      Compare 2 ways to go from Rochester to Philadelphia

      We recommend taking the bus

      Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 10 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $81, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

      38bus per day
      10h 40mAverage Duration
      418 kmDistance
      10kgCO₂ emissions
      Average Price$81 - $389Average Duration10h 40m
      10kg CO₂e
      Average Price$103 - $1,863Average Duration10h 14m
      37kg CO₂e

      Frequently asked questions about travelling from Rochester, NY, US to Philadelphia, PA 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 Rochester to Philadelphia?

        The cheapest bus tickets from Rochester to Philadelphia start from $81. The average price for this route is around $117. 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 Rochester to Philadelphia?

        The average bus travel time from Rochester to Philadelphia is 10h 40m, covering a distance of 418 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 5m and is operated by OurBus.

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

        Several major bus companies operate on this route with 38 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound, OurBus, New York Trailways.

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

        The earliest bus departs from Rochester to Philadelphia at 12:35am. And the latest bus departs at 11:35pm.

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

        A bus trip from Rochester to Philadelphia generates an estimated 10 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 Rochester to Philadelphia?

        According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is OurBus, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 3148 reviews.

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

        Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company New York Trailways has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.1.

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

        According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is New York Trailways, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

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

        According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is New York Trailways, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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
      11-25
      $228
      11-26
      $258
      Today
      $143
      11-28
      $144
      11-29
      $137
      11-30
      $159
      12-01
      $121
      12-02
      $107
      busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Rochester, NY, US to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $107

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

      You can expect to pay from $107 to $456 for a bus ticket from Rochester, NY, US to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $107 which is on 2025-12-02.

      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.

      What's the cheapest way to go from Rochester, NY, US to Philadelphia, PA?

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