How much is the bus ticket from Albany to Rochester?

The cheapest coach tickets from Albany to Rochester start from £33. The average price for this route is around £49. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Albany to Rochester?

The average bus journey time from Albany to Rochester is 9h 45m, covering a distance of 198 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 5h 15m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Albany to Rochester route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from Adirondack Trailways , FlixBus , Greyhound , Peter Pan .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Albany to Rochester?

The earliest bus departs from Albany to Rochester at 04:20. And the latest bus departs at 23:20.

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

A bus journey from Albany to Rochester produces an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from Albany to Rochester?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Adirondack Trailways , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 1126 reviews.

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

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

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Albany 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 Albany to Rochester?

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

Bus Albany to Rochester from £32 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Albany to Rochester on 27 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Adirondack Trailways + New York Trailways	Bus	16:30	Albany Terminal	9h 45m	02:15	Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	20:10	SUNY Collins Circle	7h 15m	03:25	Rochester	Fastest
Adirondack Trailways + New York Trailways	Bus	16:00	1400 Washington Ave.	10h 15m	02:15	Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	19:55	Albany Bus Terminal	7h 30m	03:25	Rochester	No tags

Next departures from Albany to Rochester on 28 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Adirondack Trailways + New York Trailways	Bus	15:45	ALB Airport	10h 30m	02:15	Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	10:35	Albany Bus Terminal	5h 15m	15:50	Rochester	Fastest
Adirondack Trailways + New York Trailways	Bus	16:00	1400 Washington Ave.	10h 15m	02:15	Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	19:55	Albany Bus Terminal	7h 30m	03:25	Rochester	No tags
Adirondack Trailways + New York Trailways	Bus	16:30	Albany Terminal	9h 45m	02:15	Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Albany to Rochester on 29 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Adirondack Trailways + New York Trailways	Bus	10:35	Albany Terminal	7h 50m	18:25	Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	10:35	Albany Bus Terminal	5h 15m	15:50	Rochester	Fastest
Adirondack Trailways + New York Trailways	Bus	10:55	1400 Washington Ave.	7h 30m	18:25	Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	19:55	Albany Bus Terminal	7h 30m	03:25	Rochester	No tags
Adirondack Trailways + New York Trailways	Bus	16:00	1400 Washington Ave.	10h 15m	02:15	Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Albany to Rochester on 30 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Adirondack Trailways + New York Trailways	Bus	15:45	ALB Airport	10h 30m	02:15	Bus Station	Cheapest
Adirondack Trailways + New York Trailways	Bus	15:10	1400 Washington Ave.	6h	21:10	U of R	Fastest
Adirondack Trailways + New York Trailways	Bus	15:10	1400 Washington Ave.	6h 30m	21:40	Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	04:20	Albany Bus Terminal	11h 55m	16:15	Rochester	No tags
Adirondack Trailways + New York Trailways	Bus	16:00	1400 Washington Ave.	10h 15m	02:15	Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Albany to Rochester on 1 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Adirondack Trailways + New York Trailways	Bus	15:45	ALB Airport	10h 30m	02:15	Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	10:35	Albany Bus Terminal	5h 15m	15:50	Rochester	Fastest
Adirondack Trailways + New York Trailways	Bus	16:00	1400 Washington Ave.	10h 15m	02:15	Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	19:55	Albany Bus Terminal	7h 30m	03:25	Rochester	No tags
Adirondack Trailways + New York Trailways	Bus	10:55	1400 Washington Ave.	7h 30m	18:25	Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Albany to Rochester on 2 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:35	Albany Bus Terminal	5h 15m	15:50	Rochester	CheapestFastest
Adirondack Trailways + New York Trailways	Bus	16:00	1400 Washington Ave.	10h 15m	02:15	Bus Station	No tags
Adirondack Trailways + New York Trailways	Bus	16:30	Albany Terminal	9h 45m	02:15	Bus Station	No tags
Adirondack Trailways + New York Trailways	Bus	15:45	ALB Airport	10h 30m	02:15	Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Albany to Rochester on 3 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:35	Albany Bus Terminal	5h 15m	15:50	Rochester	CheapestFastest
Adirondack Trailways + New York Trailways	Bus	16:00	1400 Washington Ave.	10h 15m	02:15	Bus Station	No tags
Adirondack Trailways + New York Trailways	Bus	16:30	Albany Terminal	9h 45m	02:15	Bus Station	No tags
Adirondack Trailways + New York Trailways	Bus	15:45	ALB Airport	10h 30m	02:15	Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Albany to Rochester on 4 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:35	Albany Bus Terminal	5h 15m	15:50	Rochester	CheapestFastest
Adirondack Trailways + New York Trailways	Bus	16:00	1400 Washington Ave.	10h 15m	02:15	Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	19:55	Albany Bus Terminal	7h 30m	03:25	Rochester	No tags
Adirondack Trailways + New York Trailways	Bus	10:55	1400 Washington Ave.	7h 30m	18:25	Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	20:10	SUNY Collins Circle	7h 15m	03:25	Rochester	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 16:35 EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Albany to Rochester

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Rochester. The journey takes about 4 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just £36, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day

4h 5mAverage duration

199 milesDistance

29kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£33 - £251	Average duration9h 45m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£36 - £96	Average duration4h 5m	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Albany and Rochester?

Stops in Albany

A
SUNY Collins Circle
1400 Washington Ave (Student Association Building, Bus Stop is at Collins Circle), Albany, NY 12206
B
Albany Airport
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C
Greyhound Station
34 Hamilton St, Albany, NY 12207, USA
D
Bethlehem Center
402-408 US-9W, Glenmont, NY 12077, USA
E
Beckers Corner
117 Lasher Rd, Selkirk, NY 12158, USA
F
Crossgates Mall
1 Crossgates Mall Rd (overflow lot off Crossgates Mall Road opposite JC Penney near Access Road), Albany, NY 12205, 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
Visit page

Compare bus companies

Adirondack Trailways

4/51,127 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.8

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511,455 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587,401 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Peter Pan

4/56,346 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.7

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Albany, NY to Rochester, NY, US

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much is the bus ticket from Albany to Rochester?
The cheapest coach tickets from Albany to Rochester start from £33. The average price for this route is around £49. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Albany to Rochester?
The average bus journey time from Albany to Rochester is 9h 45m, covering a distance of 198 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 5h 15m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Albany to Rochester route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from Adirondack Trailways, FlixBus, Greyhound, Peter Pan.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Albany to Rochester?
The earliest bus departs from Albany to Rochester at 04:20. And the latest bus departs at 23:20.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Albany to Rochester?
A bus journey from Albany to Rochester produces an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Albany to Rochester?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Adirondack Trailways, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 1126 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Albany to Rochester?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Peter Pan has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Albany 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 Albany to Rochester?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Adirondack Trailways, 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

25/11

£56

26/11

£61

Today

£56

28/11

£63

29/11

£65

30/11

£128

01/12

£50

02/12

£37

The cheapest trip from Albany, NY to Rochester, NY, US was searched and found on 2 Dec 2025 with a price of £37

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

You can expect to pay from £37 to £129 for a bus ticket from Albany, NY to Rochester, NY, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £37, 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.