How much is the bus ticket from Burlington to Rochester?

The cheapest bus tickets from Burlington to Rochester start from $97. The average price for this route is around $108. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Burlington to Rochester?

The average bus trip duration from Burlington to Rochester is 20h 20m, covering a distance of 237 miles (382 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 9h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the Burlington to Rochester route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak , Greyhound .

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

The earliest bus departs from Burlington to Rochester at 2:50am. And the latest bus departs at 4:15pm.

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

A bus trip from Burlington to Rochester generates an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Burlington 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 5597 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Burlington 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 has the most timely service from Burlington to Rochester?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Amtrak , with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Burlington to Rochester?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus Burlington to Rochester from $89 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Burlington to Rochester on November 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	2:55am	Downtown Transit Centre	20h 15m	11:10pm	Rochester	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	11:25am	Downtown Transit Centre	19h 25m	6:50am	Rochester	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	11:25am	Downtown Transit Centre	19h 25m	6:50am	Rochester	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	11:25am	Downtown Transit Centre	19h 25m	6:50am	Rochester	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	11:25am	Downtown Transit Centre	19h 25m	6:50am	Rochester	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Burlington to Rochester

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Rochester. The journey takes about 13 hours 33 minutes and with fares starting at just $105, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

13h 33mAverage Duration

237 milesDistance

35kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$97 - $386	Average Duration20h 20m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$105 - $156	Average Duration13h 33m	CO₂ emissions 35kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Burlington and Rochester?

Stops in Burlington

A
Downtown Transit Centre
45-68 St Paul St, VT 05401, USA
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B
Burlington Airport
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C
University of Vermont
University Place Extension., Burlington, VT 05405, USA
D
Prc
173-175 Main St, Burlington, VT 05401, 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

Amtrak

4/55,616 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587,409 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Burlington, VT, US to Rochester, NY, US by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Burlington to Rochester?
The cheapest bus tickets from Burlington to Rochester start from $97. The average price for this route is around $108. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Burlington to Rochester?
The average bus trip duration from Burlington to Rochester is 20h 20m, covering a distance of 237 miles (382 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 9h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Burlington to Rochester route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Burlington to Rochester?
The earliest bus departs from Burlington to Rochester at 2:50am. And the latest bus departs at 4:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Burlington to Rochester?
A bus trip from Burlington to Rochester generates an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Burlington 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 5597 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Burlington 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 has the most timely service from Burlington to Rochester?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Amtrak, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Burlington to Rochester?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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The cheapest trip from Burlington, VT, US to Rochester, NY, US was searched and found on Nov 30, 2025 with a price of $164

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