How much is the bus ticket from Rochester to Chicago?

The cheapest bus tickets from Rochester to Chicago start from $85. The average price for this route is around $122. 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 4h, 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 8 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Rochester to Chicago at 5:55am. 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 20.9251 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 Greyhound , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87531 reviews.

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

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

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 FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 4.0 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 FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Rochester to Chicago from $101 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Rochester to Chicago on March 31
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	11:35pm	Rochester	1d 9h	8:20am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Rochester to Chicago on April 1
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
Bus	11:35pm	Rochester	1d 9h	8:20am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures for Rochester to Chicago on April 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
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	6:50am	Rochester	1d 4h	10:00am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	12:05pm	Rochester	1d 2h	1:25pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	6:10am	Rochester	1d 2h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures for Rochester to Chicago on April 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:35pm	Rochester	1d 9h	8:20am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	Bus	6:10am	Rochester	14h 55m	8:05pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	6:50am	Rochester	1d 4h	10:00am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	12:05pm	Rochester	1d 2h	1:25pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	6:10am	Rochester	1d 2h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures for Rochester to Chicago on April 4
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
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	6:50am	Rochester	1d 4h	10:00am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	12:05pm	Rochester	1d 2h	1:25pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	6:10am	Rochester	1d 2h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures for Rochester to Chicago on April 5
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
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	6:50am	Rochester	1d 4h	10:00am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	12:05pm	Rochester	1d 2h	1:25pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	6:10am	Rochester	1d 2h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures for Rochester to Chicago on April 6
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
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	6:50am	Rochester	1d 4h	10:00am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	12:05pm	Rochester	1d 2h	1:25pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	6:10am	Rochester	1d 2h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures for Rochester to Chicago on April 7
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:35pm	Rochester	1d 9h	8:20am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	Bus	6:10am	Rochester	14h 55m	8:05pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	6:50am	Rochester	1d 4h	10:00am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	6:10am	Rochester	1d 2h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
	Bus	6:10am	Rochester	18h 25m	11:35pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:55 PM EDT.

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 $79, 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$85 - $548	Average Duration1d 4h	CO₂ emissions 21kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$79 - $282	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

3.5/587,531 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wi‑Fi2.5

FlixBus

3.5/512,380 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

US bus companies:FlixBus, Greyhound, BlaBlaCar Bus, 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 $85. The average price for this route is around $122. 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 4h, 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 8 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Rochester to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Rochester to Chicago at 5:55am. 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 20.9251 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 Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87531 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Rochester to Chicago?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
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 FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 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 FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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

03-29

$242

03-30

$196

Today

$220

04-01

$170

04-02

$137

04-03

$153

04-04

$153

04-05

$153

The cheapest trip from Rochester, NY, US to Chicago was searched and found on Apr 2, 2026 with a price of $137

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 $137 to $345 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 $137 which is on 2026-04-02.

Usually 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.