How much is the bus ticket from Rochester to Philadelphia?

The cheapest bus tickets from Rochester to Philadelphia start from $83. The average price for this route is around $119. 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 Philadelphia?

The average bus travel time from Rochester to Philadelphia is 10h 35m, covering a distance of 418 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 5m and is operated by OurBus .

Which bus companies service the Rochester to Philadelphia route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 34 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound , OurBus , New York Trailways .

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

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

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

A bus trip from Rochester to Philadelphia 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 Rochester to Philadelphia?

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 3177 reviews.

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

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 Philadelphia?

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 Philadelphia?

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 Philadelphia from $68 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Rochester to Philadelphia on December 27
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
New York Trailways + Peter Pan	Bus	1:20pm	Bus Station	9h 20m	10:40pm	Philadelphia (Spring Garden)	Cheapest
	Bus	6:55pm	Rochester	8h 50m	3:45am	199 Spring Garden St.	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:35pm	Rochester	11h 35m	11:10am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	Bus	3:30pm	Rochester	10h 20m	1:50am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
New York Trailways + Peter Pan	Bus	1:20pm	Bus Station	9h 40m	11:00pm	12 Schuylkill Ave	No tags

Next departures for Rochester to Philadelphia on December 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
New York Trailways + Peter Pan	Bus	9:15am	Bus Station	9h 50m	7:05pm	Philadelphia (Spring Garden)	Cheapest
	Bus	12:35pm	Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC)	8h 5m	8:40pm	12 Schuylkill Ave	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:20am	Rochester	11h 10m	9:30pm	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	Bus	6:55pm	Rochester	8h 50m	3:45am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	Bus	10:20am	Rochester	8h 55m	7:15pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags

Next departures for Rochester to Philadelphia on December 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
New York Trailways + Peter Pan	Bus	9:15am	Bus Station	9h 50m	7:05pm	Philadelphia (Spring Garden)	Cheapest
New York Trailways + Peter Pan	Bus	12:55am	Bus Station	7h 55m	8:50am	Philadelphia (Spring Garden)	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:35am	Rochester	10h 35m	11:10am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	Bus	6:55pm	Rochester	8h 50m	3:45am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	Bus	12:35am	Rochester	8h 40m	9:15am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags

Next departures for Rochester to Philadelphia on December 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
New York Trailways + Peter Pan	Bus	12:55am	Bus Station	7h 55m	8:50am	Philadelphia (Spring Garden)	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:35am	Rochester	10h 35m	11:10am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	Bus	6:55pm	Rochester	8h 50m	3:45am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	Bus	12:35am	Rochester	8h 40m	9:15am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
New York Trailways + Peter Pan	Bus	1:20pm	Bus Station	9h 20m	10:40pm	Philadelphia (Spring Garden)	No tags

Next departures for Rochester to Philadelphia on December 31
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
New York Trailways + Peter Pan	Bus	9:15am	Bus Station	9h 50m	7:05pm	Philadelphia (Spring Garden)	Cheapest
	Bus	12:35am	Rochester	8h 40m	9:15am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:35am	Rochester	10h 35m	11:10am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	Bus	6:55pm	Rochester	8h 50m	3:45am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	Bus	10:20am	Rochester	8h 55m	7:15pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags

Next departures for Rochester to Philadelphia on January 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
New York Trailways + Peter Pan	Bus	12:55am	Bus Station	7h 55m	8:50am	Philadelphia (Spring Garden)	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:35am	Rochester	10h 35m	11:10am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	Bus	6:55pm	Rochester	8h 50m	3:45am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	Bus	12:35am	Rochester	8h 40m	9:15am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
Adirondack Trailways + Peter Pan	Bus	1:20pm	Bus Station	9h 20m	10:40pm	Philadelphia (Spring Garden)	No tags

Next departures for Rochester to Philadelphia on January 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Adirondack Trailways + Peter Pan	Bus	9:15am	Bus Station	9h 50m	7:05pm	Philadelphia (Spring Garden)	Cheapest
Adirondack Trailways + Peter Pan	Bus	12:55am	Bus Station	7h 55m	8:50am	Philadelphia (Spring Garden)	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:35am	Rochester	10h 35m	11:10am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	Bus	6:55pm	Rochester	8h 50m	3:45am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	Bus	12:35am	Rochester	8h 40m	9:15am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags

Next departures for Rochester to Philadelphia on January 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Adirondack Trailways + Peter Pan	Bus	9:15am	Bus Station	9h 50m	7:05pm	Philadelphia (Spring Garden)	Cheapest
Adirondack Trailways + Peter Pan	Bus	12:55am	Bus Station	7h 55m	8:50am	Philadelphia (Spring Garden)	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:35am	Rochester	10h 35m	11:10am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	Bus	6:55pm	Rochester	8h 50m	3:45am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	Bus	12:35am	Rochester	8h 40m	9:15am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:55 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Rochester to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 10 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just $83, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

34bus per day

10h 35mAverage Duration

418 kmDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$83 - $370	Average Duration10h 35m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$101 - $1,024	Average Duration10h 14m	CO₂ emissions 37kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Rochester and Philadelphia?

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 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
Visit page
C
#2842 St.Vincent St
15th St Trolley Station, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA
D
Bus Station
1001 Filbert St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA
E
Island Av & Suffolk Av MBFS
3000 Island Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19153, USA
F
NRG SEPTA Station
3701 Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19148, USA

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,760 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587,456 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Based on 87456 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 $83

Greyhound Rochester Philadelphia recent customer reviews

The restroom was horrible. Very dirty..

Glorialys R.

March 20, 2020

Awesome Trip!

Gloria R.

February 4, 2020

OurBus

4/53,180 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3.1

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 Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Rochester to Philadelphia start from $83. The average price for this route is around $119. 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 Philadelphia?
The average bus travel time from Rochester to Philadelphia is 10h 35m, covering a distance of 418 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 5m and is operated by OurBus.
Which bus companies service the Rochester to Philadelphia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 34 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound, OurBus, New York Trailways.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Rochester to Philadelphia?
The earliest bus departs from Rochester to Philadelphia at 12:35am. And the latest bus departs at 11:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rochester to Philadelphia?
A bus trip from Rochester to Philadelphia 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 Rochester to Philadelphia?
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 3177 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Rochester to Philadelphia?
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 Philadelphia?
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 Philadelphia?
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

12-25

$144

12-26

$162

Today

$185

12-28

$141

12-29

$141

12-30

$161

12-31

$141

The cheapest trip from Rochester, NY, US to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Dec 29, 2025 with a price of $141

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 Philadelphia, PA, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $141 to $320 for a bus ticket from Rochester, NY, US to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $141 which is on 2025-12-29.