How much is the bus ticket from Washington to Rochester?

The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to Rochester start from $65. The average price for this route is around $148. 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 Washington to Rochester?

The average bus travel time from Washington to Rochester is 13h 5m, covering a distance of 477 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 11h 15m and is operated by Peter Pan .

Which bus companies service the Washington to Rochester route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 22 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound , Amtrak , Peter Pan .

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

The earliest bus departs from Washington to Rochester at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.

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

A bus trip from Washington to Rochester generates an estimated 12 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 Washington to Rochester?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.

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

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Peter Pan has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Washington to Rochester?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Peter Pan , with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Washington to Rochester?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Peter Pan , with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Bus Washington to Rochester from $83 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Washington to Rochester on December 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Peter Pan + New York Trailways	Bus	11:00pm	Washington	12h 45m	11:45am	45 Inner Loop	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:05am	Union Station	11h 10m	5:15pm	Rochester	Fastest
	Bus	12:45am	Union Station	14h	2:45pm	Rochester	No tags
	Bus	2:10am	Union Station	13h 40m	3:50pm	Rochester	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:05am	Union Station	12h	7:05pm	Rochester	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Rochester on December 8
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:30am	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	11h 35m	7:05pm	Rochester	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:05am	Union Station	11h 10m	5:15pm	Rochester	Fastest
	Bus	12:45am	Union Station	14h	2:45pm	Rochester	No tags
	Bus	2:10am	Union Station	13h 40m	3:50pm	Rochester	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:05am	Union Station	12h	7:05pm	Rochester	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 3:32 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Washington 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 13 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just $65, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

22bus per day

13h 5mAverage Duration

477 kmDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$65 - $446	Average Duration13h 5m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$118 - $1,290	Average Duration12h 28m	CO₂ emissions 43kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Washington and Rochester?

Stops in Washington

A
Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
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B
Dupont Circle
1500 20th St NW, Washington, DC 20036, USA
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C
Metro Center Station
663 11th St NW, Washington, D.C., DC 20004, USA
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D
L’Enfant Plaza
In front of McDonald's, 400 C St SW, Washington, DC 20024, USA
E
10th Street NW
Charter bus loading zone in front of Madame Tussaud's, 610 10th St NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
F
Foggy Bottom
1905 G St NW, Washington, DC 20431, USA

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

FlixBus

3.5/511,528 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587,415 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Amtrak

4/55,625 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5625 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $127

Amtrak Washington Rochester recent customer reviews

I want to be able to see which gate the train arrives at from the amtrak app. I liked that I could wander between the cars. Staff was very friendly and helpful.

Alissa R.

April 19, 2024

Peter Pan

4/56,359 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.7

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, 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 Washington to Rochester?
The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to Rochester start from $65. The average price for this route is around $148. 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 Washington to Rochester?
The average bus travel time from Washington to Rochester is 13h 5m, covering a distance of 477 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 11h 15m and is operated by Peter Pan.
Which bus companies service the Washington to Rochester route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 22 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound, Amtrak, Peter Pan.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Washington to Rochester?
The earliest bus departs from Washington to Rochester at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Washington to Rochester?
A bus trip from Washington to Rochester generates an estimated 12 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 Washington to Rochester?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Washington to Rochester?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Peter Pan has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Washington to Rochester?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Peter Pan, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Washington to Rochester?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Peter Pan, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 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

12-03

$78

12-04

$158

Today

$121

12-06

$174

12-07

$107

12-08

$118

12-09

$83

12-10

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The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Rochester, NY, US was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $78

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

You can expect to pay from $78 to $600 for a bus ticket from Washington, DC, US to Rochester, NY, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $83 which is on 2025-12-09.

Usually FlixBus, Amtrak 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.