How much is the bus ticket from Syracuse to Rochester?

The cheapest bus tickets from Syracuse to Rochester start at R 333. The average price for this route is around R 428. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Syracuse to Rochester?

The average bus journey time from Syracuse to Rochester is 1h 30m, covering a distance of 117 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1h 20m and is operated by New York Trailways .

Which bus companies service the Syracuse to Rochester route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 15 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , New York Trailways , Greyhound , Adirondack Trailways , OurBus , Amtrak .

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

The earliest bus departs from Syracuse to Rochester at 00:55. And the latest bus departs at 21:40.

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

A bus trip from Syracuse to Rochester produces an estimated 3 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 Syracuse 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 Syracuse to Rochester?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Syracuse 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 Syracuse 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 Syracuse to Rochester from R 243 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Syracuse to Rochester on 6 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		21:40	Syracuse (Regional Transportation Center)	1h 30m	23:10	Rochester	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Syracuse to Rochester on 7 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:10	SYR Airport	2h 25m	11:35	Bus Station	Cheapest
00:55	Amtrak Station	1h 20m	02:15	Bus Station	Fastest
01:30	Syracuse (Regional Transportation Center)	1h 55m	03:25	Rochester	No tags
04:30	Syracuse (Regional Transportation Center)	1h 30m	06:00	Rochester	No tags
09:10	SYR Airport	5h 3m	14:13	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags

Next departures from Syracuse to Rochester on 8 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
21:40	Syracuse (Regional Transportation Center)	1h 30m	23:10	Rochester	Cheapest
00:55	Amtrak Station	1h 20m	02:15	Bus Station	Fastest
01:30	Syracuse (Regional Transportation Center)	1h 55m	03:25	Rochester	No tags
04:30	Syracuse (Regional Transportation Center)	1h 30m	06:00	Rochester	No tags
09:10	SYR Airport	5h 3m	14:13	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags

Next departures from Syracuse to Rochester on 9 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
01:30	Syracuse (Regional Transportation Center)	1h 55m	03:25	Rochester	Cheapest
00:55	Amtrak Station	1h 20m	02:15	Bus Station	Fastest
03:35	Syracuse (Regional Transportation Center)	1h 30m	05:05	Rochester	No tags
04:30	Syracuse (Regional Transportation Center)	1h 30m	06:00	Rochester	No tags
09:10	SYR Airport	5h 3m	14:13	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags

Next departures from Syracuse to Rochester on 10 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:10	SYR Airport	2h 25m	11:35	Bus Station	Cheapest
00:55	Amtrak Station	1h 20m	02:15	Bus Station	Fastest
04:30	Syracuse (Regional Transportation Center)	1h 30m	06:00	Rochester	No tags
05:10	Syracuse (Regional Transportation Center)	1h 30m	06:40	Rochester	No tags
09:10	SYR Airport	5h 3m	14:13	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags

Next departures from Syracuse to Rochester on 11 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
01:30	Syracuse (Regional Transportation Center)	1h 55m	03:25	Rochester	Cheapest
00:55	Amtrak Station	1h 20m	02:15	Bus Station	Fastest
04:30	Syracuse (Regional Transportation Center)	1h 30m	06:00	Rochester	No tags
05:10	Syracuse (Regional Transportation Center)	1h 30m	06:40	Rochester	No tags
09:10	SYR Airport	5h 3m	14:13	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags

Next departures from Syracuse to Rochester on 12 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
01:30	Syracuse (Regional Transportation Center)	1h 55m	03:25	Rochester	Cheapest
00:55	Amtrak Station	1h 20m	02:15	Bus Station	Fastest
04:30	Syracuse (Regional Transportation Center)	1h 30m	06:00	Rochester	No tags
05:10	Syracuse (Regional Transportation Center)	1h 30m	06:40	Rochester	No tags
09:10	SYR Airport	5h 3m	14:13	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags

Next departures from Syracuse to Rochester on 13 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
14:00	200 Waverly Ave	1h 40m	15:40	Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC)	Cheapest
00:55	Amtrak Station	1h 20m	02:15	Bus Station	Fastest
01:30	Syracuse (Regional Transportation Center)	1h 55m	03:25	Rochester	No tags
04:30	Syracuse (Regional Transportation Center)	1h 30m	06:00	Rochester	No tags
09:10	SYR Airport	5h 3m	14:13	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:33 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Syracuse 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 1 hour 16 minutes and with fares starting at just R 417, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day

1h 16mAverage duration

118 kmDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 333 - R 819	Average duration1h 30m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 417 - R 991	Average duration1h 16m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Syracuse and Rochester?

Stops in Syracuse

A
Syracuse Airport
B
Regional Transportation Center
1 Walsh Circle Ste 30, Syracuse, NY 13208
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C
Syracuse University
Bus stops at Schine Student Center across the street from the Sheraton Parking Garage., Schine Student Center, 303 University Pl, Syracuse, NY 13210
Visit page
D
Syracuse University - Lyman Hall
College Place, Syracuse, NY 13210, USA
E
New York State Fairgrounds
581 State Fair Blvd, Syracuse, NY 13209, USA
F
Syracuse, NY
349-399 US-11, Syracuse, NY 13202, USA

Stops in Rochester

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

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 542 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

New York Trailways

4/54 417 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi3.2

Based on 4417 reviews, the company was rated 3.9 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. New York Trailways ticket prices on this trip start at R 385

New York Trailways Syracuse Rochester recent customer reviews

Driver was unprofessional an not prepared for driving. Almost 2 hours late Caused Several inconveniences

Damon J.

11 September 2023

Greyhound

3.5/587 416 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Based on 87416 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 333

Greyhound Lines, Inc. Syracuse Rochester recent customer reviews

The bud was late and the delay was an hour instead of the posted half hour. More heads up on delays would have been appreciated

Ethan T.

16 July 2025

The emergency escape door in the ceiling leaked on me

Amy S.

5 August 2018

Adirondack Trailways

4/51 130 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi2.4

OurBus

4/53 170 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi3.1

Amtrak

4/55 627 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Syracuse, US 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 Syracuse to Rochester?
The cheapest bus tickets from Syracuse to Rochester start at R 333. The average price for this route is around R 428. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Syracuse to Rochester?
The average bus journey time from Syracuse to Rochester is 1h 30m, covering a distance of 117 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1h 20m and is operated by New York Trailways.
Which bus companies service the Syracuse to Rochester route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 15 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, New York Trailways, Greyhound, Adirondack Trailways, OurBus, Amtrak.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Syracuse to Rochester?
The earliest bus departs from Syracuse to Rochester at 00:55. And the latest bus departs at 21:40.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Syracuse to Rochester?
A bus trip from Syracuse to Rochester produces an estimated 3 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 Syracuse 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 Syracuse to Rochester?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Syracuse 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 Syracuse 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

04/12

R 363

05/12

R 380

Today

R 347

07/12

R 347

08/12

R 269

09/12

R 269

10/12

R 287

11/12

R 287

The cheapest trip from Syracuse, US to Rochester, NY, US was searched and found on 08 Dec 2025 with a price of R 269

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

You can expect to pay from R 269 to R 1 614 for a bus ticket from Syracuse, US to Rochester, NY, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 269, which is on 2025-12-08.

Usually Amtrak 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.