How much is the bus ticket from Rochester to Newark?

The cheapest bus tickets from Rochester to Newark start at R 764. The average price for this route is around R 1 068. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Rochester to Newark?

The average bus journey time from Rochester to Newark is 6h 25m, covering a distance of 393 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 5h 45m and is operated by Adirondack Trailways .

Which bus companies service the Rochester to Newark route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Adirondack Trailways , New York Trailways , Greyhound .

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

The earliest bus departs from Rochester to Newark at 00:35. And the latest bus departs at 23:35.

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

A bus trip from Rochester to Newark 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 Rochester to Newark?

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 1142 reviews.

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

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 Rochester to Newark?

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 Rochester to Newark?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Adirondack Trailways , with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Bus Rochester to Newark from R 710 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Rochester to Newark on 4 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	23:35	Rochester	6h	05:35	Newark Penn Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Rochester to Newark on 5 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:00	Bus Station	7h 45m	15:45	Newark (Amtrak)	Cheapest
Bus	00:55	Bus Station	5h 45m	06:40	Newark (Amtrak)	Fastest
Bus	00:35	Rochester	6h 25m	07:00	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	18:55	Rochester	6h 40m	01:35	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	09:15	Bus Station	6h 30m	15:45	Newark (Amtrak)	No tags

Next departures from Rochester to Newark on 6 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	13:20	Bus Station	6h 20m	19:40	Newark (Amtrak)	Cheapest
Bus	00:55	Bus Station	5h 45m	06:40	Newark (Amtrak)	Fastest
Bus	00:35	Rochester	6h 25m	07:00	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	18:55	Rochester	6h 40m	01:35	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	12:05	Rochester	6h 25m	18:30	Newark Penn Station	No tags

Next departures from Rochester to Newark on 7 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	09:30	Bus Station	6h 45m	16:15	Newark (Amtrak)	Cheapest
Bus	00:55	Bus Station	5h 45m	06:40	Newark (Amtrak)	Fastest
Bus	00:35	Rochester	6h 25m	07:00	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	18:55	Rochester	6h 40m	01:35	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	13:20	Bus Station	6h 20m	19:40	Newark (Amtrak)	No tags

Next departures from Rochester to Newark on 8 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:55	Rochester	6h 40m	01:35	Newark Penn Station	Cheapest
Bus	00:55	Bus Station	5h 45m	06:40	Newark (Amtrak)	Fastest
Bus	15:30	Rochester	8h 45m	00:15	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	09:30	Bus Station	6h 45m	16:15	Newark (Amtrak)	No tags
Bus	23:35	Rochester	6h	05:35	Newark Penn Station	No tags

Next departures from Rochester to Newark on 9 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:00	Bus Station	8h 15m	16:15	Newark (Amtrak)	Cheapest
Bus	00:55	Bus Station	5h 45m	06:40	Newark (Amtrak)	Fastest
Bus	10:20	Rochester	6h 25m	16:45	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	18:55	Rochester	6h 40m	01:35	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	09:30	Bus Station	6h 45m	16:15	Newark (Amtrak)	No tags

Next departures from Rochester to Newark on 10 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	09:30	Bus Station	6h 45m	16:15	Newark (Amtrak)	Cheapest
Bus	00:55	Bus Station	5h 45m	06:40	Newark (Amtrak)	Fastest
Bus	00:35	Rochester	6h 25m	07:00	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	18:55	Rochester	6h 40m	01:35	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	08:00	Bus Station	8h 15m	16:15	Newark (Amtrak)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 6:57 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Rochester to Newark

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Newark. The journey takes about 6 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just R 764, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day

6h 25mAverage duration

393 kmDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 764 - R 3 498	Average duration6h 25m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 123 - R 15 854	Average duration9h 10m	CO₂ emissions 36kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Rochester and Newark?

Stops in Rochester

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

Stops in Newark

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

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 898 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Adirondack Trailways

4/51 142 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi2.3

New York Trailways

4/54 431 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi3.2

Greyhound

3.5/587 477 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

According to customer reviews, there have been complaints about delays and issues with check-in. Some customers also reported losing their belongings on the bus without any response from the lost and found department. These incidents have caused inconvenience for passengers, especially those traveling with children.

Greyhound Rochester Newark recent customer reviews

The bus come late and didn't check me in but he drop us of at ny ny port authorities, and I forgot my laundry big yellow bus under the bus number 86204 no ones have call me about my bag I have important document on that bag and my baby stuff in there. I report it to lost and found but they haven't answer yet please contact me if u found my bag atleast let me know where can I pick it up

Ingri M.

29 June 2023

Pls fix this problem me and my children was stuck at the bus station for 3in for hours

N T.

15 December 2022

Everything was well, my only issue was the phone charger sockets are hard to use because of plastic cover that stops a person's charger from going in all the way

James B.

16 March 2020

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Rochester, NY, US to Newark, NJ 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 Rochester to Newark?
The cheapest bus tickets from Rochester to Newark start at R 764. The average price for this route is around R 1 068. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Rochester to Newark?
The average bus journey time from Rochester to Newark is 6h 25m, covering a distance of 393 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 5h 45m and is operated by Adirondack Trailways.
Which bus companies service the Rochester to Newark route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Adirondack Trailways, New York Trailways, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Rochester to Newark?
The earliest bus departs from Rochester to Newark at 00:35. And the latest bus departs at 23:35.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rochester to Newark?
A bus trip from Rochester to Newark 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 Rochester to Newark?
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 1142 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Rochester to Newark?
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 Rochester to Newark?
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 Rochester to Newark?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Adirondack Trailways, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 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

02/01

R 852

03/01

R 853

Today

R 852

05/01

R 778

06/01

R 778

07/01

R 778

08/01

R 896

09/01

R 812

The cheapest trip from Rochester, NY, US to Newark, NJ was searched and found on 05 Jan 2026 with a price of R 778

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 Newark, NJ as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 778 to R 2 096 for a bus ticket from Rochester, NY, US to Newark, NJ based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 778, which is on 2026-01-05.

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.