How much is the bus ticket from Newark to Rochester?

The cheapest coach tickets from Newark to Rochester start from £34. The average price for this route is around £50. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Newark to Rochester?

The average bus journey time from Newark to Rochester is 7h, covering a distance of 244 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 5h 45m and is operated by New York Trailways .

Which bus companies service the Newark to Rochester route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound , Adirondack Trailways , New York Trailways .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Newark to Rochester?

The earliest bus departs from Newark to Rochester at 00:35. And the latest bus departs at 21:35.

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

A bus journey from Newark to Rochester produces an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from Newark to Rochester?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Adirondack Trailways , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 1145 reviews.

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

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

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Newark to Rochester?

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

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Adirondack Trailways , with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Bus Newark to Rochester from £30 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Newark to Rochester on 22 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	21:35	Newark Penn Station	8h 25m	06:00	Rochester	Cheapest
Bus	20:30	Newark (Amtrak)	5h 55m	02:25	Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	20:45	Newark Penn Station	6h 40m	03:25	Rochester	No tags

Next departures from Newark to Rochester on 23 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	15:00	Newark Penn Station	8h 10m	23:10	Rochester	Cheapest
	Bus	20:30	Newark (Amtrak)	5h 55m	02:25	Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	00:35	Newark Penn Station	6h 5m	06:40	Rochester	No tags
	Bus	04:30	Newark Penn Station	9h	13:30	Rochester	No tags
	Bus	10:30	Newark (Amtrak)	6h 30m	17:00	Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Newark to Rochester on 24 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	15:00	Newark Penn Station	8h 10m	23:10	Rochester	Cheapest
	Bus	20:30	Newark (Amtrak)	5h 55m	02:25	Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	00:35	Newark Penn Station	6h 5m	06:40	Rochester	No tags
	Bus	04:30	Newark Penn Station	9h	13:30	Rochester	No tags
	Bus	10:30	Newark (Amtrak)	6h 30m	17:00	Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Newark to Rochester on 25 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	20:45	Newark Penn Station	6h 40m	03:25	Rochester	Cheapest
	Bus	00:35	Newark Penn Station	6h 5m	06:40	Rochester	Fastest
	Bus	04:30	Newark Penn Station	9h	13:30	Rochester	No tags
	Bus	05:40	Newark Penn Station	9h 5m	14:45	Rochester	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	15:00	Newark Penn Station	8h 10m	23:10	Rochester	No tags

Next departures from Newark to Rochester on 26 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	15:00	Newark Penn Station	8h 10m	23:10	Rochester	Cheapest
	Bus	20:30	Newark (Amtrak)	5h 55m	02:25	Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	00:35	Newark Penn Station	6h 5m	06:40	Rochester	No tags
	Bus	04:30	Newark Penn Station	9h	13:30	Rochester	No tags
	Bus	10:30	Newark (Amtrak)	6h 30m	17:00	Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Newark to Rochester on 28 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	08:50	Newark Penn Station	7h	15:50	Rochester	Cheapest
	Bus	20:30	Newark (Amtrak)	5h 55m	02:25	Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	00:35	Newark Penn Station	6h 5m	06:40	Rochester	No tags
	Bus	04:30	Newark Penn Station	9h	13:30	Rochester	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	15:00	Newark Penn Station	8h 10m	23:10	Rochester	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 21:57 EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Newark 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 7 hours and with fares starting at just £34, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day

7hAverage duration

244 milesDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£34 - £106	Average duration7h	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£51 - £198	Average duration9h 21m	CO₂ emissions 36kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Newark and Rochester?

Stops in Newark

A
Penn Station
1 Raymond Plaza West, Newark, NJ 07102
B
Newark Liberty International Airport
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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

3.5/512,135 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 12135 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 Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at £36

FlixBus Newark Rochester recent customer reviews

The bus was very dirty my seat and seatbelt were broken and it was just overall an unwelcoming non relaxing experience.

Marisa P.

12 September 2023

Greyhound

3.5/587,516 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

WiFi2.5

Based on 87516 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 Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at £36

Greyhound Newark Rochester recent customer reviews

My schedule was 206 from Newark Penn station to Rochester. No information about what happens to the bus. It impacts my schedule for later days. Very disappointed in terms of transparency of operations.

Sahil G.

15 August 2021

Adirondack Trailways

4/51,147 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi2.3

New York Trailways

4/54,431 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 by bus from Newark, NJ to Rochester, NY, US

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much is the bus ticket from Newark to Rochester?
The cheapest coach tickets from Newark to Rochester start from £34. The average price for this route is around £50. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Newark to Rochester?
The average bus journey time from Newark to Rochester is 7h, covering a distance of 244 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 5h 45m and is operated by New York Trailways.
Which bus companies service the Newark to Rochester route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound, Adirondack Trailways, New York Trailways.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Newark to Rochester?
The earliest bus departs from Newark to Rochester at 00:35. And the latest bus departs at 21:35.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Newark to Rochester?
A bus journey from Newark to Rochester produces an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Newark to Rochester?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Adirondack Trailways, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 1145 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Newark to Rochester?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company New York Trailways has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.1.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Newark to Rochester?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Adirondack Trailways, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Newark to Rochester?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Adirondack Trailways, 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

20/01

£36

21/01

£36

Today

£48

23/01

£40

24/01

£32

25/01

£42

26/01

£39

27/01

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The cheapest trip from Newark, NJ to Rochester, NY, US was searched and found on 24 Jan 2026 with a price of £32

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

You can expect to pay from £32 to £63 for a bus ticket from Newark, NJ to Rochester, NY, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £32, which is on 2026-01-24.

Usually Adirondack Trailways will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.