How much is the bus ticket from Philadelphia to Rochester?

The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Rochester start from $75. The average price for this route is around $107. 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 Philadelphia to Rochester?

The average bus travel time from Philadelphia to Rochester is 10h 55m, covering a distance of 411 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 10m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Rochester route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 29 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound , OurBus , Peter Pan .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Philadelphia to Rochester?

The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Rochester at 12:20am. And the latest bus departs at 10:30pm.

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

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

What is the best bus company from Philadelphia to Rochester?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is OurBus , with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 3182 reviews.

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

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Peter Pan has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.7.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Philadelphia to Rochester?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Peter Pan , with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to Rochester from $63 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Philadelphia to Rochester on January 15
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	10:30pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	8h 10m	6:40am	Rochester	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Philadelphia to Rochester on January 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	8:00pm	Schuylkill & Walnut	10h	6:00am	Rochester	Cheapest
	Bus	10:30pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	8h 10m	6:40am	Rochester	Fastest
	Bus	2:00am	199 Spring Garden St.	11h 30m	1:30pm	Rochester	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:20am	199 Spring Garden St.	8h 55m	5:15pm	Rochester	No tags
	Bus	3:35am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	11h 10m	2:45pm	Rochester	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Rochester on January 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:20am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	13h 10m	1:30pm	Rochester	Cheapest
	Bus	10:30pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	8h 10m	6:40am	Rochester	Fastest
	Bus	2:00am	199 Spring Garden St.	11h 30m	1:30pm	Rochester	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:20am	199 Spring Garden St.	8h 55m	5:15pm	Rochester	No tags
	Bus	3:35am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	11h 10m	2:45pm	Rochester	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Rochester on January 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	7:05pm	Cherry Hill Mall	9h 45m	4:50am	Rochester	Cheapest
	Bus	10:30pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	8h 10m	6:40am	Rochester	Fastest
	Bus	2:00am	199 Spring Garden St.	11h 30m	1:30pm	Rochester	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:20am	199 Spring Garden St.	8h 55m	5:15pm	Rochester	No tags
	Bus	3:35am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	11h 10m	2:45pm	Rochester	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Rochester on January 20
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	2:00am	199 Spring Garden St.	11h 30m	1:30pm	Rochester	Cheapest
	Bus	10:30pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	8h 10m	6:40am	Rochester	Fastest
	Bus	4:25am	199 Spring Garden St.	11h 25m	3:50pm	Rochester	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:20am	199 Spring Garden St.	10h 40m	7:00pm	Rochester	No tags
	Bus	3:35am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	11h 10m	2:45pm	Rochester	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Rochester on January 21
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:30pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	8h 10m	6:40am	Rochester	CheapestFastest
	Bus	2:00am	199 Spring Garden St.	11h 30m	1:30pm	Rochester	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:20am	199 Spring Garden St.	8h 55m	5:15pm	Rochester	No tags
	Bus	3:55am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	10h 50m	2:45pm	Rochester	No tags
	Bus	5:20am	199 Spring Garden St.	10h 30m	3:50pm	Rochester	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Rochester on January 22
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	2:00am	199 Spring Garden St.	11h 30m	1:30pm	Rochester	Cheapest
	Bus	10:30pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	8h 10m	6:40am	Rochester	Fastest
	Bus	5:20am	199 Spring Garden St.	10h 30m	3:50pm	Rochester	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:20am	199 Spring Garden St.	8h 55m	5:15pm	Rochester	No tags
	Bus	3:55am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	10h 50m	2:45pm	Rochester	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 3:46 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Philadelphia 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 10 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just $75, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

29bus per day

10h 55mAverage Duration

411 kmDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$75 - $265	Average Duration10h 55m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$102 - $1,062	Average Duration10h 30m	CO₂ emissions 37kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Philadelphia and Rochester?

Stops in Philadelphia

A
Philadelphia Airport
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B
Independence Travel Center
Off of Race Street between 5th Street and, N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
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C
#2842 St.Vincent St
15th St Trolley Station, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA
Map
D
Bus Station
1001 Filbert St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA
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E
Island Av & Suffolk Av MBFS
3000 Island Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19153, USA
Map
F
NRG SEPTA Station
3701 Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19148, USA
Map

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

3.5/512,054 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587,501 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Based on 87501 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at $75

Greyhound Philadelphia Rochester recent customer reviews

It was a very good trip

Agustin M.

March 13, 2020

Good service

Candida J T.

January 1, 2020

OurBus

4/53,185 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3

Peter Pan

4/56,422 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.7

Based on 6422 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the WiFi. Peter Pan ticket prices on this trip start at $118

Peter Pan Philadelphia Rochester recent customer reviews

Bus was 30 minutes late and made me miss my transfer and I was stuck in NYC until 5am this morning. I had to purchase another ticket as well.

Stephanie W.

April 12, 2025

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia to Rochester?
The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Rochester start from $75. The average price for this route is around $107. 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 Philadelphia to Rochester?
The average bus travel time from Philadelphia to Rochester is 10h 55m, covering a distance of 411 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 10m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Rochester route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 29 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound, OurBus, Peter Pan.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Philadelphia to Rochester?
The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Rochester at 12:20am. And the latest bus departs at 10:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Philadelphia to Rochester?
A bus trip from Philadelphia to Rochester generates an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Philadelphia to Rochester?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is OurBus, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 3182 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia to Rochester?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Peter Pan has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Philadelphia to Rochester?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Peter Pan, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Philadelphia 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

01-13

$114

01-14

$109

Today

$112

01-16

$134

01-17

$99

01-18

$150

01-19

$106

01-20

$84

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Rochester, NY, US was searched and found on Jan 20, 2026 with a price of $84

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

You can expect to pay from $84 to $193 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Rochester, NY, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $84 which is on 2026-01-20.