How much does a bus ticket from Rochester to New York Penn Station cost?

The bus ticket price from Rochester to New York Penn Station starts at R 805. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Rochester to New York Penn Station is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Rochester to New York Penn Station?

The average travel time between Rochester and New York Penn Station is around , although the fastest bus will take about 5h 45m. This is the time it takes to travel the 404 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Rochester and New York Penn Station?

The number of buses from Rochester to New York Penn Station can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 14 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Rochester to New York Penn Station by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Rochester to New York Penn Station?

When taking the bus from Rochester to New York Penn Station, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Amtrak.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Rochester to New York Penn Station?

Buses travelling between Rochester and New York Penn Station leave from Bus Station or U of R and arrive at 31st St & 8th Ave, Penn Station, 34th St & 7th Ave.

Bus Rochester to New York Penn Station from R 767 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Rochester to New York City on 13 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		15:30	Rochester	6h 40m	22:10	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	CheapestFastest
		23:35	Rochester	6h 45m	06:20	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	No tags

Next departures from Rochester to New York City on 14 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:05	Rochester	7h 10m	16:15	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	Cheapest
15:30	Rochester	6h 40m	22:10	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	Fastest
00:35	Rochester	7h	07:35	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	No tags
10:06	Louise M. Slaughter Station	8h 36m	18:42	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
01:20	Rochester	7h 15m	08:35	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	No tags
10:06	Louise M. Slaughter Station	8h 36m	18:42	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
12:05	Rochester	7h 10m	19:15	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	No tags
13:34	Louise M. Slaughter Station	8h 41m	22:15	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from Rochester to New York City on 15 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
14:20	Rochester	7h 10m	21:30	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	Cheapest
15:30	Rochester	6h 40m	22:10	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	Fastest
00:35	Rochester	7h	07:35	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	No tags
05:40	Louise M. Slaughter Station	7h 5m	12:45	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
01:20	Rochester	7h 15m	08:35	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	No tags
08:34	Louise M. Slaughter Station	7h 11m	15:45	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
09:05	Rochester	7h 10m	16:15	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	No tags
10:06	Louise M. Slaughter Station	8h 36m	18:42	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from Rochester to New York City on 16 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
00:35	Rochester	7h	07:35	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	Cheapest
15:30	Rochester	6h 40m	22:10	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	Fastest
01:20	Rochester	7h 15m	08:35	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	No tags
05:40	Louise M. Slaughter Station	7h 5m	12:45	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
09:05	Rochester	7h 10m	16:15	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	No tags
08:34	Louise M. Slaughter Station	7h 11m	15:45	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
10:20	Rochester	7h 10m	17:30	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	No tags
10:06	Louise M. Slaughter Station	8h 36m	18:42	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from Rochester to New York City on 17 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
14:20	Rochester	7h 10m	21:30	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	Cheapest
15:30	Rochester	6h 40m	22:10	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	Fastest
00:35	Rochester	7h	07:35	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	No tags
05:40	Louise M. Slaughter Station	7h 5m	12:45	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
01:20	Rochester	7h 15m	08:35	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	No tags
08:34	Louise M. Slaughter Station	7h 11m	15:45	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
09:05	Rochester	7h 10m	16:15	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	No tags
10:06	Louise M. Slaughter Station	8h 36m	18:42	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from Rochester to New York City on 18 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:05	Rochester	7h 10m	16:15	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	Cheapest
15:30	Rochester	6h 40m	22:10	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	Fastest
00:35	Rochester	7h	07:35	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	No tags
05:40	Louise M. Slaughter Station	7h 5m	12:45	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
10:20	Rochester	7h 10m	17:30	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	No tags
08:34	Louise M. Slaughter Station	7h 11m	15:45	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
12:05	Rochester	7h 10m	19:15	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	No tags
10:06	Louise M. Slaughter Station	8h 36m	18:42	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from Rochester to New York City on 19 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:05	Rochester	7h 10m	16:15	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	Cheapest
15:30	Rochester	6h 40m	22:10	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	Fastest
00:35	Rochester	7h	07:35	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	No tags
05:40	Louise M. Slaughter Station	7h 5m	12:45	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
10:20	Rochester	7h 10m	17:30	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	No tags
08:34	Louise M. Slaughter Station	7h 11m	15:45	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
14:20	Rochester	7h 10m	21:30	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	No tags
10:06	Louise M. Slaughter Station	8h 36m	18:42	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from Rochester to New York City on 20 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:05	Rochester	7h 10m	16:15	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	Cheapest
15:30	Rochester	6h 40m	22:10	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	Fastest
10:20	Rochester	7h 10m	17:30	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	No tags
05:40	Louise M. Slaughter Station	7h 5m	12:45	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
12:05	Rochester	7h 10m	19:15	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	No tags
08:34	Louise M. Slaughter Station	7h 11m	15:45	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
14:20	Rochester	7h 10m	21:30	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	No tags
10:06	Louise M. Slaughter Station	8h 36m	18:42	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Rochester to New York Penn Station

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach New York Penn Station. The journey takes about 7 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 805, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

7h 10mAverage duration

402 kmDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 805 - R 2 024	Average duration7h 10m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 050 - R 2 889	Average duration8h 38m	CO₂ emissions 37kg CO₂e

Official partners

FlixBus

3.5/511 296 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Users have noted that the journey was pleasant and straightforward, with a helpful and friendly driver. However, there were suggestions for improving cleanliness in the bathrooms and ensuring that outlets are functional. Overall, passengers appreciated the reasonable pricing of this service.

FlixBus Rochester New York City recent customer reviews

Most everything was great. Kind, professional driver with no problems during the ride. I would have liked to know how long each stop would be ahead of time, however. That way if I need food I can plan on grabbing some during a 15 minute stop as opposed to a 5 minute stop.

Damien D.

4 September 2025

It was a nice straightforward journey with a very welcome stop the driver was very helpful and friendly and it was reasonably priced

Sarah M.

15 August 2023

Clean the bathrooms more and see if you can get the outlets working.

Megan Q.

15 July 2025

Amtrak

4/55 583 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

According to customer reviews, the Amtrak train from Rochester to NY received positive feedback. However, the bus trip from Canal Street to Rochester was described as the worst experience. It's important to note that some reviews mentioned cancellations due to a winter storm.

Amtrak Rochester New York City recent customer reviews

Amtrak Train from Rochester to NY was great. The bus trip from Canal Street to Rochester was the worst.

Colleen Marie G.

21 March 2023

First time and was nice trip.

Vikki O.

10 February 2025

I enjoyed all services

Kiana S.

6 June 2024

Companies in United States:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Amtrak, Greyhound, BlaBlaCar, Intercape

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Rochester, NY, US to New York City by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Rochester to New York Penn Station cost?
The bus ticket price from Rochester to New York Penn Station starts at R 805. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Rochester to New York Penn Station is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Rochester to New York Penn Station?
The average travel time between Rochester and New York Penn Station is around , although the fastest bus will take about 5h 45m. This is the time it takes to travel the 404 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Rochester and New York Penn Station?
The number of buses from Rochester to New York Penn Station can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 14 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Rochester to New York Penn Station by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Rochester to New York Penn Station?
When taking the bus from Rochester to New York Penn Station, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Amtrak.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Rochester to New York Penn Station?
Buses travelling between Rochester and New York Penn Station leave from Bus Station or U of R and arrive at 31st St & 8th Ave, Penn Station, 34th St & 7th Ave.