How much is the bus ticket from Rochester to Philadelphia?

The cheapest bus tickets from Rochester to Philadelphia start from $55. The average price for this route is around $74. 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 trip duration from Rochester to Philadelphia is 11h, covering a distance of 259 miles (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 52 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound , OurBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time 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 10.428275 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel 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 3189 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company OurBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.0.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Rochester to Philadelphia?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is OurBus , 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 traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is OurBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Bus Rochester to Philadelphia from $50 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Rochester to Philadelphia on April 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Adirondack Trailways + Peter Pan	Bus	9:30am	Bus Station	10h 15m	7:45pm	Philadelphia (Spring Garden)	Cheapest
FlixBus + FlixBus	Bus	12:05pm	Rochester	8h 20m	8:25pm	Cherry Hill Mall	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: Today at 12:51 PM EDT.

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 11 hours and with fares starting at just $55, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

52bus per day

11hAverage Duration

259 milesDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$55 - $237	Average Duration11h	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$72 - $730	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
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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

3.5/512,463 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Greyhound

3.5/587,534 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi2.5

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

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

4.0/53,189 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3.0

With about 1 daily trips between Rochester and Philadelphia, Ourbus offers competitive fares, clean and comfortable intercity bus travel. Their buses have free WiFi, clean bathrooms, complimentary bottled water, extra legroom and power outlets. They are known for providing excellent customer service, reflecting one of the industry's highest review rates. OurBus does not charge fees to reschedule tickets, which can be changed up to 30 minutes before travel time.

US bus companies:FlixBus, Greyhound, Futura, Elite, Chihuahuenses, Tufesa, Los Limousines

Frequently asked questions about traveling 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 $55. The average price for this route is around $74. 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 trip duration from Rochester to Philadelphia is 11h, covering a distance of 259 miles (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 52 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound, OurBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time 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 10.428275 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel 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 3189 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Rochester to Philadelphia?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company OurBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.0.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Rochester to Philadelphia?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is OurBus, 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 traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is OurBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 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

04/10

$113

04/11

$112

Today

$107

04/13

$85

04/14

$60

04/15

$59

04/16

$63

04/17

$90

The cheapest trip from Rochester, NY, US to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Apr 15, 2026 with a price of $59

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 $59 to $162 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 $59 which is on 2026-04-15.

Usually Greyhound, FlixBus 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.