Bus from Rochester, NY, US to Chicago: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Rochester to Chicago on June 14
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Rochester
Downtown Greyhound StationCheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Rochester
Downtown Greyhound StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Rochester
Chicago 95Th & Dan RyanNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Rochester
Chicago 95Th & Dan RyanNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Rochester to Chicago

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 11 hours 43 minutes and with fares starting at just PEN 228, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
11h 43mAverage Duration
518 milesDistance
76kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average PricePEN 241 - PEN 618Average Duration17h 10m
21kg CO₂e
Train
Average PricePEN 228 - PEN 694Average Duration11h 43m
76kg CO₂e

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

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

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Rochester to Chicago?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Rochester to Chicago start from PEN 241. The average price for this route is around PEN 290. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Rochester to Chicago?

    The average bus trip duration from Rochester to Chicago is 17h 10m, covering a distance of 519 miles (836 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 13h 45m and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Rochester to Chicago route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Rochester to Chicago?

    The earliest bus departs from Rochester to Chicago at 4:55am. And the latest bus departs at 11:35pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rochester to Chicago?

    A bus trip from Rochester to Chicago generates an estimated 20.899525 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Rochester to Chicago?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87564 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Rochester to Chicago?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Rochester to Chicago?

    According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Rochester to Chicago?

    According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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
06/09
PEN 450
06/10
PEN 419
Today
PEN 459
06/12
PEN 467
06/13
PEN 363
06/14
PEN 349
06/15
PEN 358
06/16
PEN 333
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Rochester, NY, US to Chicago was searched and found on Jun 16, 2026 with a price of PEN 333

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 Chicago, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from PEN 333 to PEN 697 for a bus ticket from Rochester, NY, US to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at PEN 333 which is on 2026-06-16.

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