How much is the bus ticket from Washington to Rochester?

The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to Rochester start at R 784. The average price for this route is around R 1 807. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Washington to Rochester?

The average bus journey time from Washington to Rochester is 13h 5m, covering a distance of 477 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 11h 15m and is operated by Peter Pan .

Which bus companies service the Washington to Rochester route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 22 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound , Amtrak , Peter Pan .

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

The earliest bus departs from Washington to Rochester at 00:05. And the latest bus departs at 23:55.

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

A bus trip from Washington to Rochester produces an estimated 12 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 Washington to Rochester?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5627 reviews.

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

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

Bus Washington to Rochester from R 1 015 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Washington to Rochester on 6 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Peter Pan + New York Trailways	Bus	23:00	Washington	12h 45m	11:45	45 Inner Loop	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	19:30	Union Station	11h 10m	06:40	Rochester	Fastest
	Bus	23:30	Union Station	14h	13:30	Rochester	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Rochester on 7 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	14:00	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	15h 5m	05:05	Rochester	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	19:30	Union Station	11h 10m	06:40	Rochester	Fastest
	Bus	00:45	Union Station	14h	14:45	Rochester	No tags
	Bus	02:10	Union Station	13h 40m	15:50	Rochester	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	07:05	Union Station	12h	19:05	Rochester	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Rochester on 8 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	07:30	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	11h 35m	19:05	Rochester	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	06:05	Union Station	11h 10m	17:15	Rochester	Fastest
	Bus	00:45	Union Station	14h	14:45	Rochester	No tags
	Bus	02:10	Union Station	13h 40m	15:50	Rochester	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	07:05	Union Station	12h	19:05	Rochester	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 3:32 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Washington 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 13 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just R 784, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

22bus per day

13h 5mAverage duration

477 kmDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 784 - R 5 451	Average duration13h 5m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 440 - R 15 770	Average duration12h 28m	CO₂ emissions 43kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Washington and Rochester?

Stops in Washington

A
Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
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B
Dupont Circle
1500 20th St NW, Washington, DC 20036, USA
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C
Metro Center Station
663 11th St NW, Washington, D.C., DC 20004, USA
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D
L’Enfant Plaza
In front of McDonald's, 400 C St SW, Washington, DC 20024, USA
E
10th Street NW
Charter bus loading zone in front of Madame Tussaud's, 610 10th St NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
F
Foggy Bottom
1905 G St NW, Washington, DC 20431, USA

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
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Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 539 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587 416 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Amtrak

4/55 627 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5627 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 548

Amtrak Washington Rochester recent customer reviews

I want to be able to see which gate the train arrives at from the amtrak app. I liked that I could wander between the cars. Staff was very friendly and helpful.

Alissa R.

19 April 2024

Peter Pan

4/56 361 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 Washington, DC, 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 Washington to Rochester?
The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to Rochester start at R 784. The average price for this route is around R 1 807. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Washington to Rochester?
The average bus journey time from Washington to Rochester is 13h 5m, covering a distance of 477 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 11h 15m and is operated by Peter Pan.
Which bus companies service the Washington to Rochester route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 22 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound, Amtrak, Peter Pan.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Washington to Rochester?
The earliest bus departs from Washington to Rochester at 00:05. And the latest bus departs at 23:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Washington to Rochester?
A bus trip from Washington to Rochester produces an estimated 12 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 Washington to Rochester?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5627 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Washington 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 Washington 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 Washington to Rochester?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Peter Pan, 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

04/12

R 1 926

05/12

R 1 475

Today

R 2 117

07/12

R 2 204

08/12

R 1 440

09/12

R 1 015

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The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Rochester, NY, US was searched and found on 09 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 015

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 015 to R 7 339 for a bus ticket from Washington, DC, US to Rochester, NY, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 015, which is on 2025-12-09.

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.