How much is the bus ticket from Schenectady to Rochester?

The cheapest bus tickets from Schenectady to Rochester start from $57. The average price for this route is around $84. 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 Schenectady to Rochester?

The average bus travel time from Schenectady to Rochester is 6h 55m, covering a distance of 300 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 45m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Schenectady to Rochester route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound , Adirondack Trailways .

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

The earliest bus departs from Schenectady to Rochester at 10:35am. And the latest bus departs at 8:30pm.

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

A bus trip from Schenectady to Rochester generates an estimated 7 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 Schenectady 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 1126 reviews.

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

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 Schenectady 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 Schenectady 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 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Bus Schenectady to Rochester from $49 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Schenectady to Rochester on December 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	11:05am	Schenectady (Gateway Mobility Hub)	4h 45m	3:50pm	Rochester	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Schenectady to Rochester on December 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	8:30pm	Schenectady (Gateway Mobility Hub)	6h 55m	3:25am	Rochester	Cheapest
	Bus	11:05am	Schenectady (Gateway Mobility Hub)	4h 45m	3:50pm	Rochester	Fastest
Adirondack Trailways + New York Trailways	Bus	11:15am	Schenectady Travel Center Bus Stop	7h 10m	6:25pm	Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Schenectady to Rochester on December 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Adirondack Trailways + New York Trailways	Bus	11:15am	Schenectady Travel Center Bus Stop	7h 10m	6:25pm	Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	11:05am	Schenectady (Gateway Mobility Hub)	4h 45m	3:50pm	Rochester	Fastest
	Bus	8:30pm	Schenectady (Gateway Mobility Hub)	6h 55m	3:25am	Rochester	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Schenectady to Rochester

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Rochester. The journey takes about 3 hours 49 minutes, and with fares starting at just $65, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day

3h 49mAverage Duration

301 kmDistance

27kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$57 - $221	Average Duration6h 55m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$65 - $171	Average Duration3h 49m	CO₂ emissions 27kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Schenectady and Rochester?

Stops in Schenectady

A
Schenectady Travel Center Bus Stop
22 State St, Schenectady, NY 12305, USA
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Stops in Rochester

A
U of R
Rush Rhees Library, 755 Library Road, Rochester, NY 14627
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B
Rochester Institute of Technology
61 Lomb Memorial Dr, Rochester, NY 14623
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C
Bus Station
186 Cumberland St (Across from the Amtrak Terminal) , Rochester, NY 14605
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Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,501 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587,412 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Adirondack Trailways

4/51,129 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi2.4

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Schenectady to Rochester, NY, US 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 Schenectady to Rochester?
The cheapest bus tickets from Schenectady to Rochester start from $57. The average price for this route is around $84. 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 Schenectady to Rochester?
The average bus travel time from Schenectady to Rochester is 6h 55m, covering a distance of 300 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 45m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Schenectady to Rochester route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound, Adirondack Trailways.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Schenectady to Rochester?
The earliest bus departs from Schenectady to Rochester at 10:35am. And the latest bus departs at 8:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Schenectady to Rochester?
A bus trip from Schenectady to Rochester generates an estimated 7 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 Schenectady 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 1126 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Schenectady to Rochester?
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 Schenectady 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 Schenectady 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 4.8 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

11-30

$144

12-01

$89

Today

$54

12-03

$65

12-04

$53

12-05

$53

12-06

$71

12-07

$65

The cheapest trip from Schenectady to Rochester, NY, US was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $53

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

You can expect to pay from $53 to $198 for a bus ticket from Schenectady to Rochester, NY, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $53 which is on 2025-12-04.

Usually Greyhound 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.