How much is the bus ticket from Syracuse to Rochester?

The cheapest bus tickets from Syracuse to Rochester start from $28. The average price for this route is around $35. 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 Syracuse to Rochester?

The average bus travel time from Syracuse to Rochester is 1h 30m, covering a distance of 117 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 20m and is operated by New York Trailways .

Which bus companies service the Syracuse to Rochester route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 15 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , New York Trailways , Greyhound , Adirondack Trailways , OurBus , Amtrak .

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

The earliest bus departs from Syracuse to Rochester at 12:55am. And the latest bus departs at 9:40pm.

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

A bus trip from Syracuse to Rochester 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 Syracuse 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 1129 reviews.

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

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Syracuse 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 Syracuse 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 Syracuse to Rochester from $20 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Syracuse to Rochester on December 6
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
3:25pm	Amtrak Station	1h 35m	5:00pm	Bus Station	Cheapest
1:15pm	Syracuse (Regional Transportation Center)	1h 30m	2:45pm	Rochester	Fastest
11:55am	Syracuse (Regional Transportation Center)	1h 35m	1:30pm	Rochester	No tags
3:25pm	Syracuse (Regional Transportation Center)	1h 50m	5:15pm	Rochester	No tags
9:10am	SYR Airport	5h 3m	2:13pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags

Next departures for Syracuse to Rochester on December 7
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:10am	SYR Airport	2h 25m	11:35am	Bus Station	Cheapest
12:55am	Amtrak Station	1h 20m	2:15am	Bus Station	Fastest
1:30am	Syracuse (Regional Transportation Center)	1h 55m	3:25am	Rochester	No tags
4:30am	Syracuse (Regional Transportation Center)	1h 30m	6:00am	Rochester	No tags
9:10am	SYR Airport	5h 3m	2:13pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags

Next departures for Syracuse to Rochester on December 8
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
1:30am	Syracuse (Regional Transportation Center)	1h 55m	3:25am	Rochester	Cheapest
12:55am	Amtrak Station	1h 20m	2:15am	Bus Station	Fastest
3:35am	Syracuse (Regional Transportation Center)	1h 30m	5:05am	Rochester	No tags
4:30am	Syracuse (Regional Transportation Center)	1h 30m	6:00am	Rochester	No tags
9:10am	SYR Airport	5h 3m	2:13pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags

Next departures for Syracuse to Rochester on December 9
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
1:30am	Syracuse (Regional Transportation Center)	1h 55m	3:25am	Rochester	Cheapest
12:55am	Amtrak Station	1h 20m	2:15am	Bus Station	Fastest
3:35am	Syracuse (Regional Transportation Center)	1h 30m	5:05am	Rochester	No tags
4:30am	Syracuse (Regional Transportation Center)	1h 30m	6:00am	Rochester	No tags
9:10am	SYR Airport	5h 3m	2:13pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags

Next departures for Syracuse to Rochester on December 10
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:10am	SYR Airport	2h 25m	11:35am	Bus Station	Cheapest
12:55am	Amtrak Station	1h 20m	2:15am	Bus Station	Fastest
4:30am	Syracuse (Regional Transportation Center)	1h 30m	6:00am	Rochester	No tags
5:10am	Syracuse (Regional Transportation Center)	1h 30m	6:40am	Rochester	No tags
9:10am	SYR Airport	5h 3m	2:13pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags

Next departures for Syracuse to Rochester on December 11
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
1:30am	Syracuse (Regional Transportation Center)	1h 55m	3:25am	Rochester	Cheapest
12:55am	Amtrak Station	1h 20m	2:15am	Bus Station	Fastest
4:30am	Syracuse (Regional Transportation Center)	1h 30m	6:00am	Rochester	No tags
5:10am	Syracuse (Regional Transportation Center)	1h 30m	6:40am	Rochester	No tags
9:10am	SYR Airport	5h 3m	2:13pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags

Next departures for Syracuse to Rochester on December 12
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
1:30am	Syracuse (Regional Transportation Center)	1h 55m	3:25am	Rochester	Cheapest
12:55am	Amtrak Station	1h 20m	2:15am	Bus Station	Fastest
4:30am	Syracuse (Regional Transportation Center)	1h 30m	6:00am	Rochester	No tags
5:10am	Syracuse (Regional Transportation Center)	1h 30m	6:40am	Rochester	No tags
9:10am	SYR Airport	5h 3m	2:13pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags

Next departures for Syracuse to Rochester on December 13
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
2:00pm	200 Waverly Ave	1h 40m	3:40pm	Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC)	Cheapest
12:55am	Amtrak Station	1h 20m	2:15am	Bus Station	Fastest
1:30am	Syracuse (Regional Transportation Center)	1h 55m	3:25am	Rochester	No tags
4:30am	Syracuse (Regional Transportation Center)	1h 30m	6:00am	Rochester	No tags
9:10am	SYR Airport	5h 3m	2:13pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Syracuse 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 1 hour 16 minutes, and with fares starting at just $35, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day

1h 16mAverage Duration

118 kmDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$28 - $67	Average Duration1h 30m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$35 - $81	Average Duration1h 16m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Syracuse and Rochester?

Stops in Syracuse

A
Syracuse Airport
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B
Regional Transportation Center
1 Walsh Circle Ste 30, Syracuse, NY 13208
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C
Syracuse University
Bus stops at Schine Student Center across the street from the Sheraton Parking Garage., Schine Student Center, 303 University Pl, Syracuse, NY 13210
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D
Syracuse University - Lyman Hall
College Place, Syracuse, NY 13210, USA
E
New York State Fairgrounds
581 State Fair Blvd, Syracuse, NY 13209, USA
F
Syracuse, NY
349-399 US-11, Syracuse, NY 13202, USA

Stops in Rochester

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

FlixBus

3.5/511,533 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

New York Trailways

4/54,417 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.2

Based on 4417 reviews, the company was rated 3.9 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. New York Trailways ticket prices on this trip start at $32

New York Trailways Syracuse Rochester recent customer reviews

Driver was unprofessional an not prepared for driving. Almost 2 hours late Caused Several inconveniences

Damon J.

September 11, 2023

Greyhound

3.5/587,415 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Based on 87415 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at $28

Greyhound Lines, Inc. Syracuse Rochester recent customer reviews

The bud was late and the delay was an hour instead of the posted half hour. More heads up on delays would have been appreciated

Ethan T.

July 16, 2025

The emergency escape door in the ceiling leaked on me

Amy S.

August 5, 2018

Adirondack Trailways

4/51,130 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi2.4

OurBus

4/53,169 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3.1

Amtrak

4/55,627 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Syracuse, US 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 Syracuse to Rochester?
The cheapest bus tickets from Syracuse to Rochester start from $28. The average price for this route is around $35. 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 Syracuse to Rochester?
The average bus travel time from Syracuse to Rochester is 1h 30m, covering a distance of 117 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 20m and is operated by New York Trailways.
Which bus companies service the Syracuse to Rochester route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 15 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, New York Trailways, Greyhound, Adirondack Trailways, OurBus, Amtrak.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Syracuse to Rochester?
The earliest bus departs from Syracuse to Rochester at 12:55am. And the latest bus departs at 9:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Syracuse to Rochester?
A bus trip from Syracuse to Rochester 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 Syracuse 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 1129 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Syracuse to Rochester?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Syracuse 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 Syracuse 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

12-04

$30

12-05

$31

Today

$29

12-07

$27

12-08

$22

12-09

$22

12-10

$24

12-11

$24

The cheapest trip from Syracuse, US to Rochester, NY, US was searched and found on Dec 8, 2025 with a price of $22

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

You can expect to pay from $22 to $132 for a bus ticket from Syracuse, US to Rochester, NY, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $22 which is on 2025-12-08.

Usually Amtrak 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.