Find coaches from Rochester, NY, US to Los Angeles, US

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Rochester to Los Angeles on 14 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound + FlixBus
Rochester
Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus
Rochester
Los Angeles (Americanstar)No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Rochester
Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Rochester
Los Angeles Union StationNo tags
Greyhound + FlixBus
Rochester
Lankershim/Magnolia - North HollywoodNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Rochester to Los Angeles

Bus
Average priceUS$147 - US$628Average duration3d
91kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$208 - US$2,454Average duration2d 11h
331kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Rochester to Los Angeles

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Los Angeles. The journey takes about 3 days, 10 minutes and with fares starting at just US$147, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day
3d Average duration
US$147Cheapest ticket
91kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Rochester, NY, US to Los Angeles, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$285
Average bus trip duration3d
Number of daily buses10
Earliest bus departure00:35
Distance2257 miles
Latest bus departure23:50

Rochester to Los Angeles Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Rochester, NY, US - Los Angeles, US

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

    The distance between Rochester and Los Angeles by coach is approximately 2256 miles (3638 km).

  2. How can I travel from Rochester to Los Angeles avoiding air travel?

    You can choose the coach to travel this route. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. 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
11/10
US$422
12/10
US$366
Today
US$388
14/10
US$358
15/10
US$164
16/10
US$167
17/10
US$148
18/10
US$147
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Rochester, NY, US to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on 18 Oct 2025 with a price of US$147

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 Los Angeles, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$147 to US$422 for a bus ticket from Rochester, NY, US to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$147, which is on 2025-10-18.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Rochester and Los Angeles!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Rochester to Los Angeles, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Rochester to Los Angeles.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Rochester to Los Angeles.

Did you know?

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

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

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

What's the cheapest way to go from Rochester, NY, US to Los Angeles, US?

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