How much is the bus ticket from Newark to Rochester?

The cheapest bus tickets from Newark to Rochester start at R 708. The average price for this route is around R 1 095. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Newark to Rochester?

The average bus journey time from Newark to Rochester is 7h, covering a distance of 393 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 5h 45m and is operated by New York Trailways .

Which bus companies service the Newark to Rochester route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound , New York Trailways , Adirondack Trailways .

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

The earliest bus departs from Newark to Rochester at 00:35. And the latest bus departs at 21:35.

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

A bus trip from Newark to Rochester produces an estimated 10 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 Newark 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 1131 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company New York Trailways has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.1.

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

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

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Newark 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 Newark to Rochester from R 585 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Newark to Rochester on 20 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	21:35	Newark Penn Station	8h 25m	06:00	Rochester	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Newark to Rochester on 21 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:30	Newark (Amtrak)	6h 30m	17:00	Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	20:30	Newark (Amtrak)	5h 45m	02:15	Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	00:35	Newark Penn Station	6h 5m	06:40	Rochester	No tags
	Bus	04:30	Newark Penn Station	9h	13:30	Rochester	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	15:00	Newark Penn Station	8h 10m	23:10	Rochester	No tags

Next departures from Newark to Rochester on 22 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	20:45	Newark Penn Station	6h 40m	03:25	Rochester	Cheapest
	Bus	20:30	Newark (Amtrak)	5h 45m	02:15	Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	00:35	Newark Penn Station	6h 5m	06:40	Rochester	No tags
	Bus	04:30	Newark Penn Station	9h	13:30	Rochester	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	15:00	Newark Penn Station	8h 10m	23:10	Rochester	No tags

Next departures from Newark to Rochester on 23 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	15:00	Newark Penn Station	8h 10m	23:10	Rochester	Cheapest
	Bus	20:30	Newark (Amtrak)	5h 45m	02:15	Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	00:35	Newark Penn Station	6h 5m	06:40	Rochester	No tags
	Bus	04:30	Newark Penn Station	9h	13:30	Rochester	No tags
	Bus	05:40	Newark Penn Station	9h 5m	14:45	Rochester	No tags

Next departures from Newark to Rochester on 24 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	15:00	Newark Penn Station	8h 10m	23:10	Rochester	Cheapest
	Bus	20:30	Newark (Amtrak)	5h 45m	02:15	Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	00:35	Newark Penn Station	6h 5m	06:40	Rochester	No tags
	Bus	04:30	Newark Penn Station	9h	13:30	Rochester	No tags
	Bus	10:30	Newark (Amtrak)	6h 30m	17:00	Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 5:37 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Newark 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 7 hours and with fares starting at just R 708, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day

7hAverage duration

393 kmDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 708 - R 6 022	Average duration7h	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 143 - R 8 797	Average duration9h 21m	CO₂ emissions 36kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Newark and Rochester?

Stops in Newark

A
Penn Station
1 Raymond Plaza West, Newark, NJ 07102
B
Newark Liberty International Airport

Stops in Rochester

A
Bus Station
186 Cumberland St (Across from the Amtrak Terminal) , Rochester, NY 14605
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B
Rochester Institute of Technology
61 Lomb Memorial Dr, Rochester, NY 14623
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C
U of R
Rush Rhees Library, 755 Library Road, Rochester, NY 14627
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Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 671 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 11671 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at R 708

FlixBus Newark Rochester recent customer reviews

The bus was very dirty my seat and seatbelt were broken and it was just overall an unwelcoming non relaxing experience.

Marisa P.

12 September 2023

Greyhound

3.5/587 441 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Based on 87441 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at R 708

Greyhound Newark Rochester recent customer reviews

My schedule was 206 from Newark Penn station to Rochester. No information about what happens to the bus. It impacts my schedule for later days. Very disappointed in terms of transparency of operations.

Sahil G.

15 August 2021

New York Trailways

4/54 420 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi3.2

Adirondack Trailways

4/51 132 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.8

WiFi2.4

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Newark, NJ 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 Newark to Rochester?
The cheapest bus tickets from Newark to Rochester start at R 708. The average price for this route is around R 1 095. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Newark to Rochester?
The average bus journey time from Newark to Rochester is 7h, covering a distance of 393 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 5h 45m and is operated by New York Trailways.
Which bus companies service the Newark to Rochester route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound, New York Trailways, Adirondack Trailways.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Newark to Rochester?
The earliest bus departs from Newark to Rochester at 00:35. And the latest bus departs at 21:35.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Newark to Rochester?
A bus trip from Newark to Rochester produces an estimated 10 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 Newark 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 1131 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Newark to Rochester?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company New York Trailways has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.1.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Newark to Rochester?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Adirondack Trailways, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Newark 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

18/12

R 991

19/12

R 1 086

Today

R 1 204

21/12

R 1 228

22/12

R 1 204

23/12

R 1 359

24/12

R 1 239

25/12

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The cheapest trip from Newark, NJ to Rochester, NY, US was searched and found on 18 Dec 2025 with a price of R 991

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

You can expect to pay from R 991 to R 2 064 for a bus ticket from Newark, NJ to Rochester, NY, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 204, which is on 2025-12-22.

Usually Greyhound 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.