What is the distance between Rochester and Montreal?

The distance between the two cities is 257 miles (415 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Rochester to Montreal?

If you're headed to Montreal from Rochester, chances are that your bus will depart from Bus Station and arrive at Gare d'autocars de Montréal. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Montreal?

Once in Montreal, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Notre-Dame Basilica of Montreal, Laurentian Mountains, The Montreal Museum of Fine Arts, Rage Montreal and Old Montreal.

Bus Rochester to Montreal from $55 | Compare & Save up to 56%

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from $105

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from $75

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: July 1 at 11:50pm
Departure city: Rochester
Departure location: Rochester
Arrival time: July 2 at 6:05pm
Destination city: Montreal
Destination location: Gare D'Autocars De Montreal - 1717 Rue Berri
Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 18h 15m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: July 1 at 1:20pm
Departure city: Rochester
Departure location: Bus Station
Arrival time: July 2 at 5:35am
Destination city: Montreal
Destination location: Terminus Longueuil (Métro Longueuil)
Operated by: New York Trailways + Adirondack Trailways
New York Trailways + Adirondack Trailways
Vehicle: BusDuration: 16h 15m
Departure time: July 1 at 1:20pm
Departure city: Rochester
Departure location: Bus Station
Arrival time: July 2 at 5:50am
Destination city: Montreal
Destination location: Gare d'autocars de Montréal
Operated by: New York Trailways + Adirondack Trailways
New York Trailways + Adirondack Trailways
Vehicle: BusDuration: 16h 30m
Departure time: July 1 at 1:20am
Departure city: Rochester
Departure location: Rochester
Arrival time: July 1 at 6:05pm
Destination city: Montreal
Destination location: Gare D'Autocars De Montreal - 1717 Rue Berri
Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 16h 45m
Departure time: July 1 at 2:20pm
Departure city: Rochester
Departure location: Rochester
Arrival time: July 2 at 7:05am
Destination city: Montreal
Destination location: Gare D'Autocars De Montreal - 1717 Rue Berri
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 16h 45m

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Compare 2 ways to go from Rochester to Montreal.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$60 - $204	Average Duration16h 45m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$125 - $174	Average Duration16h 23m	CO₂ emissions 38kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Rochester to Montreal

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Montreal. The journey takes about 16 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $60, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

16h 45mAverage Duration

$60Cheapest ticket

10kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Rochester to Montreal: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$105

Average bus trip duration16h 45m

Number of daily buses6

Earliest bus departure12:35am

Distance260 miles (418 km)

Latest bus departure11:50pm

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FlixBus

3.5/59,284 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Greyhound

3.5/587,065 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.3

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.

New York Trailways

4/54,372 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.1

Trailways is a network of over 70 bus companies that focus on providing quality bus rides at affordable prices all over the US since 1936. Among the most famous affiliates are Trailways of New York, Pine Hill Trailways, Adirondack Trailways and Burlington Trailways. Trailways buses have WiFi, power outlets, bathrooms, air conditioning, overhead lighting, and reclinable seats with footrests. You can find two different types of Trailway fares: saver and flexible. Saver tickets are non-refundable, while flexible tickets are fully reimbursed up to one hour before travel time. If you're traveling with them, don't forget to print your boarding pass and show a valid photo ID to board the bus.

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CA bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Tornado Bus, Los Limousines, Valley Transit, Tufesa, New York Trailways

Rochester to Montreal Bus

Busbud shows you the best bus ticket fares and bus schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by bus from Rochester to Montreal.

We make sure you can find a bus service from Rochester to Montreal from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Montreal from Rochester, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Where are the popular stops in Rochester and Montreal?

Stops in Rochester

A - Bus Station

B - Rochester Institute of Technology

C - U of R

Stops in Montreal

A - Gare d'autocars de Montréal

B - YUL Montréal-Trudeau International Airport

C - Radisson

D - Saint-Denis & Saint-Joseph

E - René-Lévesque & Robert-Bourassa

F - Jean-Talon

Frequently asked questions for your trip Rochester, NY, US - Montreal

What is the distance between Rochester and Montreal?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Rochester to Montreal?
What are the best sights and things to do in Montreal?

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

06/26

$106

06/27

$96

Today

$124

06/29

$55

06/30

$60

07/01

$70

07/02

$60

07/03

$80

The cheapest trip from Rochester to Montreal was searched and found on Jun 29, 2025 with a price of $55

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

You can expect to pay from $55 to $126 for a bus ticket from Rochester to Montreal based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $55 which is on 2025-06-29.

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Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Rochester to Montreal but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Rochester to Montreal, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Rochester to Montreal.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Rochester to Montreal while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

What's the cheapest way to go from Rochester to Montreal?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time16h 45m	Avg Price$105	Daily Departures6
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time16h 23m	Avg Price$132	Daily Departures2

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Where are the popular stops in Rochester and Montreal?

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What is the distance between Rochester and Montreal?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Rochester to Montreal?

What are the best sights and things to do in Montreal?

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What's the cheapest way to go from Rochester to Montreal?

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