Find coaches from Chicago to Rochester, NY, US

Today30 Jul
from US$129
Tomorrow31 Jul
from US$118
Fri1 Aug
from US$97
Sat2 Aug
from US$106
Sun3 Aug
from US$100
Mon4 Aug
from US$92
Tue5 Aug
from US$77
Wed6 Aug
from US$74

Cheap buses leaving tomorrow

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 31 July at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
    Arrival time: 1 August at
    Destination city: Rochester
    Destination location: Rochester
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 31 July at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Arrival time: 1 August at
    Destination city: Rochester
    Destination location: Rochester
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 31 July at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Arrival time: 1 August at
    Destination city: Rochester
    Destination location: Rochester
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to Rochester

Bus
Average priceUS$60 - US$154Average duration18h 30m
21kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$66 - US$197Average duration11h 30m
76kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Chicago to Rochester

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Rochester. The journey takes about 18 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just US$60, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
18h 30mAverage duration
US$60Cheapest ticket
21kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Chicago to Rochester, NY, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$118
Average bus trip duration18h 30m
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure05:45
Distance518 miles
Latest bus departure23:15

Chicago to Rochester Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Chicago - Rochester, NY, US

  1. What's the distance between Chicago and Rochester by coach?

    The distance between Chicago and Rochester by coach is approximately 519 miles (836 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Chicago to Rochester without flying?

    You can choose the coach to travel this route. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
28/07
US$133
29/07
US$117
Today
US$121
31/07
US$132
01/08
US$90
02/08
US$98
03/08
US$92
04/08
US$84
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to Rochester, NY, US was searched and found on 4 Aug 2025 with a price of US$84

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

You can expect to pay from US$84 to US$133 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Rochester, NY, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$84, which is on 2025-08-04.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Chicago to Rochester.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Chicago to Rochester will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Chicago to Rochester while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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Bus from Chicago to Rochester, NY, US

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