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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Rochester | Cortland County Office Building | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Rochester | Cortland, NY | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Bus Station | 60 Central Ave | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Rochester | Cortland County Office Building | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Rochester | Cortland, NY | No tags |
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Get from Rochester to Cortland
The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $37, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Rochester and Cortland?
Stops in Rochester
- A186 Cumberland St (Across from the Amtrak Terminal) , Rochester, NY 14605
- BRush Rhees Library, 755 Library Road, Rochester, NY 14627
- C
Rochester Institute of Technology
61 Lomb Memorial Dr, Rochester, NY 14623
Stops in Cortland
- A
Cortland County Office Building
60 Central Ave, Cortland, NY 13045 - B
State of NY Cortland Campus Bus Stop
21 Graham Ave (Corey Union, Bus stop located on Folmer Drive near Professional Studies Building), Cortland, NY 13045
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Rochester, NY, US to Cortland 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 Cortland?
The cheapest bus tickets from Rochester to Cortland start from $37. The average price for this route is around $52. 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 Cortland?
The average bus travel time from Rochester to Cortland is 2h 30m, covering a distance of 133 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 20m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Rochester to Cortland route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Adirondack Trailways, New York Trailways, Greyhound, OurBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Rochester to Cortland?
The earliest bus departs from Rochester to Cortland at 1:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rochester to Cortland?
A bus trip from Rochester to Cortland generates an estimated 3 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 Cortland?
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 1147 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Rochester to Cortland?
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 Cortland?
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 Rochester to Cortland?
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.
The cheapest trip from Rochester, NY, US to Cortland was searched and found on Jan 31, 2026 with a price of $30To 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 Cortland, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $30 to $103 for a bus ticket from Rochester, NY, US to Cortland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $30 which is on 2026-01-31.
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.
