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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Rochester | South Bend | CheapestFastest |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Rochester to South Bend
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach South Bend. The journey takes about 12 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $73, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Rochester, NY, US to South Bend 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 South Bend?
The cheapest bus tickets from Rochester to South Bend start from $73. The average price for this route is around $99. 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 South Bend?
The average bus trip duration from Rochester to South Bend is 12h 35m, covering a distance of 452 miles (729 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 12h 35m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Rochester to South Bend route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, New York Trailways.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Rochester to South Bend?
The earliest bus departs from Rochester to South Bend at 6:10am. And the latest bus departs at 6:10am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rochester to South Bend?
A bus trip from Rochester to South Bend generates an estimated 18 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 South Bend?
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 4417 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Rochester to South Bend?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company New York Trailways has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.1.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Rochester to South Bend?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 South Bend?
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.
The cheapest trip from Rochester, NY, US to South Bend was searched and found on Dec 15, 2025 with a price of $84To 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 South Bend, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $84 to $122 for a bus ticket from Rochester, NY, US to South Bend based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $98 which is on 2025-12-18.
What's the cheapest way to go from Rochester, NY, US to South Bend?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
