How much is the bus ticket from Rochester to Chicago?

The cheapest bus tickets from Rochester to Chicago start from $97. The average price for this route is around $151. 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 Chicago?

The average bus travel time from Rochester to Chicago is 1d 2h, covering a distance of 838 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 14h 55m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Rochester to Chicago route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus , New York Trailways .

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

The earliest bus departs from Rochester to Chicago at 12:35am. And the latest bus departs at 11:35pm.

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

A bus trip from Rochester to Chicago generates an estimated 21 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 Rochester to Chicago?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is New York Trailways , with an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 4419 reviews.

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

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company New York Trailways has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.1.

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is New York Trailways , with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

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

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

Bus Rochester to Chicago from $96 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Rochester to Chicago on December 26
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:05pm	Rochester	1d 12h	11:35pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:35pm	Rochester	1d 7h	6:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:05pm	Rochester	1d 9h	8:05pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:35pm	Rochester	1d 9h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:35pm	Rochester	1d 9h	8:20am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures for Rochester to Chicago on December 27
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	6:10am	Rochester	18h 25m	11:35pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	Bus	6:10am	Rochester	14h 55m	8:05pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	6:10am	Rochester	1d 2h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:35pm	Rochester	1d 9h	8:20am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures for Rochester to Chicago on December 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	6:10am	Rochester	18h 25m	11:35pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	Bus	6:10am	Rochester	14h 55m	8:05pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	6:10am	Rochester	1d 2h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:35pm	Rochester	1d 9h	8:20am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures for Rochester to Chicago on December 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	6:10am	Rochester	18h 25m	11:35pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	Bus	6:10am	Rochester	14h 55m	8:05pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	6:10am	Rochester	1d 2h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:35pm	Rochester	1d 9h	8:20am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures for Rochester to Chicago on December 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	6:10am	Rochester	18h 25m	11:35pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	Bus	6:10am	Rochester	14h 55m	8:05pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	6:10am	Rochester	1d 2h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:35pm	Rochester	1d 9h	8:20am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures for Rochester to Chicago on December 31
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	6:10am	Rochester	18h 25m	11:35pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	Bus	6:10am	Rochester	14h 55m	8:05pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	6:10am	Rochester	1d 2h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:35pm	Rochester	1d 9h	8:20am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures for Rochester to Chicago on January 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	6:10am	Rochester	18h 25m	11:35pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	Bus	6:10am	Rochester	14h 55m	8:05pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	6:10am	Rochester	1d 2h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:35pm	Rochester	1d 9h	8:20am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures for Rochester to Chicago on January 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	6:10am	Rochester	18h 25m	11:35pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	Bus	6:10am	Rochester	14h 55m	8:05pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	6:10am	Rochester	1d 2h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:35pm	Rochester	1d 9h	8:20am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:45 PM EST.

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 $78, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

11h 43mAverage Duration

835 kmDistance

76kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$97 - $605	Average Duration1d 2h	CO₂ emissions 21kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$78 - $276	Average Duration11h 43m	CO₂ emissions 76kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Rochester and Chicago?

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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Stops in Chicago

A
Downtown Greyhound Station
630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
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B
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
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C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA
D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA
E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA
F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,452 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511,741 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

New York Trailways

4/54,426 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.2

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling 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.

How much is the bus ticket from Rochester to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Rochester to Chicago start from $97. The average price for this route is around $151. 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 Chicago?
The average bus travel time from Rochester to Chicago is 1d 2h, covering a distance of 838 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 14h 55m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Rochester to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, New York Trailways.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Rochester to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Rochester to Chicago at 12:35am. And the latest bus departs at 11:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rochester to Chicago?
A bus trip from Rochester to Chicago generates an estimated 21 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 Rochester to Chicago?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is New York Trailways, with an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 4419 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Rochester to Chicago?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company New York Trailways has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.1.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Rochester to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is New York Trailways, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Rochester to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is New York Trailways, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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

12-24

$120

12-25

$120

Today

$136

12-27

$134

12-28

$159

12-29

$120

12-30

$120

12-31

$120

The cheapest trip from Rochester, NY, US to Chicago was searched and found on Dec 24, 2025 with a price of $120

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 $120 to $331 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 $120 which is on 2025-12-29.