How much is the bus ticket from San Diego to Rochester?

The cheapest bus tickets from San Diego to Rochester start from $320. The average price for this route is around $416. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from San Diego to Rochester?

The average bus travel time from San Diego to Rochester is 3d 10h, covering a distance of 3621 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 20h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the San Diego to Rochester route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from San Diego to Rochester?

The earliest bus departs from San Diego to Rochester at 12:15pm. And the latest bus departs at 7:35pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Diego to Rochester?

A bus trip from San Diego to Rochester generates an estimated 91 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from San Diego 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 87463 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Diego to Rochester?

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

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from San Diego 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.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from San Diego 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.

Bus San Diego to Rochester from $316 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for San Diego to Rochester on January 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	3:15pm	5716 Hardy Ave	3d	6:45pm	Rochester	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	5:00pm	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	2d 22h	6:45pm	Rochester	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	5:20pm	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	2d 22h	6:45pm	Rochester	No tags
	Bus	7:35pm	Greyhound Bus Stop	2d 20h	6:45pm	Rochester	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	5:20pm	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	2d 22h	6:45pm	Rochester	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from San Diego 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 3 days, 10 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $320, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

3d 10hAverage Duration

3621 kmDistance

91kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$320 - $701	Average Duration3d 10h	CO₂ emissions 91kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$341 - $2,813	Average Duration2d 16h	CO₂ emissions 329kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in San Diego and Rochester?

Stops in San Diego

A
Mission Valley Sheraton
1433 Camino del Rio S, San Diego, CA 92108, USA
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B
Old Town Courtyard Marriot
2435 Jefferson St, San Diego, CA 92110, USA
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C
Downtown Holiday Inn
1617 1st Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
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D
Greyhound Station
1313 National Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
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E
Market St. & Park Blvd
601 Park Boulevard, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
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F
San Ysidro McDonald's
727 E San Ysidro Blvd, San Diego, CA 92173, USA
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Stops in Rochester

A
Bus Station
186 Cumberland St (Across from the Amtrak Terminal) , Rochester, NY 14605
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B
U of R
Rush Rhees Library, 755 Library Road, Rochester, NY 14627
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C
Rochester Institute of Technology
61 Lomb Memorial Dr, Rochester, NY 14623
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Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,500 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/512,038 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

US bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Diego, CA, 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.

How much is the bus ticket from San Diego to Rochester?
The cheapest bus tickets from San Diego to Rochester start from $320. The average price for this route is around $416. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from San Diego to Rochester?
The average bus travel time from San Diego to Rochester is 3d 10h, covering a distance of 3621 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 20h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the San Diego to Rochester route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from San Diego to Rochester?
The earliest bus departs from San Diego to Rochester at 12:15pm. And the latest bus departs at 7:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Diego to Rochester?
A bus trip from San Diego to Rochester generates an estimated 91 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from San Diego 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 87463 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Diego to Rochester?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from San Diego 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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from San Diego 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.

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The cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Rochester, NY, US was searched and found on Jan 13, 2026 with a price of $316

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