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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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Adirondack Trailways + New York Trailways | Bus | Bus Station | SUNY | Cheapest | ||||
Adirondack Trailways + New York Trailways | Bus | Bus Station | Clarkson University | Fastest | ||||
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Adirondack Trailways + New York Trailways | Bus | Bus Station | Potsdam | No tags | ||||
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Get from Rochester to Potsdam
The journey takes about 5 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $86, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Rochester and Potsdam?
Stops in Rochester
- A186 Cumberland St (Across from the Amtrak Terminal) , Rochester, NY 14605
- BRush Rhees Library, 755 Library Road, Rochester, NY 14627
- C
Rochester Institute of Technology
61 Lomb Memorial Dr, Rochester, NY 14623
Stops in Potsdam
- A8 Clarkson Ave, Potsdam, NY 13676, USA
- BBarrington Drive, Potsdam, NY 13676
- C
Market Square
22 Depot Street, Potsdam, NY 13676
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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.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Rochester, NY, US to Potsdam, 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 Rochester to Potsdam?
The cheapest bus tickets from Rochester to Potsdam start from $86. The average price for this route is around $104. 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 Rochester to Potsdam?
The average bus trip duration from Rochester to Potsdam is 5h 45m, covering a distance of 166 miles (268 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 30m and is operated by New York Trailways.
Which bus companies service the Rochester to Potsdam route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 6 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Rochester to Potsdam?
The earliest bus departs from Rochester to Potsdam at 9:15am. And the latest bus departs at 1:20pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rochester to Potsdam?
A bus trip from Rochester to Potsdam generates an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Rochester, NY, US to Potsdam, US was searched and found on Jan 5, 2026 with a price of $79To 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 Potsdam, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $79 to $110 for a bus ticket from Rochester, NY, US to Potsdam, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $96 which is on 2026-01-06.
