How much is the bus ticket from Albany to Rochester?

The cheapest bus tickets from Albany to Rochester start at R 718. The average price for this route is around R 1 148. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting 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 313 km. The fastest bus gets 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 trip from Albany to Rochester produces an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What 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 1129 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Peter Pan has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.7.

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 4.4 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 R 568 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Albany to Rochester on 16 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
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 17 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
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 18 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	20:10	SUNY Collins Circle	7h 15m	03:25	Rochester	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
Peter Pan + Peter Pan + New York Trailways	Bus	10:15	Albany (Trailways Bus Terminal)	16h	02:15	45 Inner Loop	No tags

Next departures from Albany to Rochester on 19 December
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
Peter Pan + Peter Pan + New York Trailways	Bus	10:15	Albany (Trailways Bus Terminal)	16h	02:15	45 Inner Loop	No tags

Next departures from Albany to Rochester on 20 December
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	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
Peter Pan + Peter Pan + New York Trailways	Bus	10:15	Albany (Trailways Bus Terminal)	16h	02:15	45 Inner Loop	No tags

Next departures from Albany to Rochester on 21 December
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	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 22 December
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
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	17:50	Albany Bus Terminal	5h 20m	23:10	Rochester	No tags
	Bus	19:55	Albany Bus Terminal	7h 30m	03:25	Rochester	No tags

Next departures from Albany to Rochester on 23 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
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	17:50	Albany Bus Terminal	5h 20m	23:10	Rochester	No tags
Adirondack Trailways + New York Trailways	Bus	16:30	Albany Terminal	9h 45m	02:15	Bus Station	No tags

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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 13 minutes and with fares starting at just R 788, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day

4h 13mAverage duration

321 kmDistance

29kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 718 - R 6 098	Average duration9h 45m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 788 - R 2 124	Average duration4h 13m	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Albany and Rochester?

Stops in Albany

A
Albany Airport
B
SUNY Collins Circle
1400 Washington Ave (Student Association Building, Bus Stop is at Collins Circle), Albany, NY 12206
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
Rochester Institute of Technology
61 Lomb Memorial Dr, Rochester, NY 14623
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B
U of R
Rush Rhees Library, 755 Library Road, Rochester, NY 14627
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C
Bus Station
186 Cumberland St (Across from the Amtrak Terminal) , Rochester, NY 14605
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Compare bus companies

Adirondack Trailways

4/51 131 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.8

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511 624 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587 433 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Peter Pan

4/56 368 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 Albany, NY to Rochester, NY, US by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Albany to Rochester?
The cheapest bus tickets from Albany to Rochester start at R 718. The average price for this route is around R 1 148. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting 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 313 km. The fastest bus gets 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 trip from Albany to Rochester produces an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What 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 1129 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Albany to Rochester?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Peter Pan has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.7.
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 4.4 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

13/12

R 1 266

14/12

R 1 481

Today

R 982

16/12

R 887

17/12

R 861

18/12

R 844

19/12

R 1 102

20/12

R 1 068

The cheapest trip from Albany, NY to Rochester, NY, US was searched and found on 18 Dec 2025 with a price of R 844

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 R 844 to R 1 498 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 R 844, which is on 2025-12-18.

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.