How much is the bus ticket from Albany to Rochester?

The cheapest bus tickets from Albany to Rochester start at R 676. The average price for this route is around R 1 653. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Albany to Rochester?

The average bus journey time from Albany to Rochester is 9h 55m, covering a distance of 313 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 5h 15m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Albany to Rochester route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from Adirondack Trailways , FlixBus , Greyhound , Peter Pan .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Albany to Rochester?

The earliest bus departs from Albany to Rochester at 10:15. And the latest bus departs at 23:20.

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

A bus trip from Albany to Rochester produces an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Albany 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 1142 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Peter Pan has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.7.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Albany to Rochester?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Peter Pan , with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Albany 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 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Bus Albany to Rochester from R 556 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Albany to Rochester on 7 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:00	1400 Washington Ave.	10h 25m	02:25	Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	16:30	Albany Terminal	9h 55m	02:25	Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	14:30	Albany Terminal	11h 55m	02:25	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	15:45	ALB Airport	10h 40m	02:25	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	14:40	Albany - Rensselaer (Amtrak)	11h 45m	02:25	Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Albany to Rochester on 8 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:35	Albany Bus Terminal	5h 15m	15:50	Rochester	CheapestFastest
Bus	16:00	1400 Washington Ave.	10h 25m	02:25	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	19:55	Albany Bus Terminal	7h 30m	03:25	Rochester	No tags
Bus	10:55	1400 Washington Ave.	7h 50m	18:45	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	20:10	SUNY Collins Circle	7h 15m	03:25	Rochester	No tags

Next departures from Albany to Rochester on 9 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:35	Albany Bus Terminal	5h 15m	15:50	Rochester	CheapestFastest
Bus	12:20	1400 Washington Ave.	14h 5m	02:25	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	19:55	Albany Bus Terminal	7h 30m	03:25	Rochester	No tags
Bus	10:55	1400 Washington Ave.	7h 50m	18:45	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	20:10	SUNY Collins Circle	7h 15m	03:25	Rochester	No tags

Next departures from Albany to Rochester on 10 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:10	SUNY Collins Circle	7h 15m	03:25	Rochester	Cheapest
Bus	10:35	Albany Bus Terminal	5h 15m	15:50	Rochester	Fastest
Bus	16:00	1400 Washington Ave.	10h 25m	02:25	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	19:55	Albany Bus Terminal	7h 30m	03:25	Rochester	No tags
Bus	10:55	1400 Washington Ave.	7h 50m	18:45	Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Albany to Rochester on 11 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:10	SUNY Collins Circle	7h 15m	03:25	Rochester	Cheapest
Bus	10:35	Albany Bus Terminal	5h 15m	15:50	Rochester	Fastest
Bus	16:00	1400 Washington Ave.	10h 25m	02:25	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	19:55	Albany Bus Terminal	7h 30m	03:25	Rochester	No tags
Bus	12:20	1400 Washington Ave.	14h 5m	02:25	Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Albany to Rochester on 12 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:35	Albany Bus Terminal	5h 15m	15:50	Rochester	CheapestFastest
Bus	16:00	1400 Washington Ave.	10h 25m	02:25	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	20:10	Albany Bus Terminal	7h 15m	03:25	Rochester	No tags
Bus	10:55	1400 Washington Ave.	7h 50m	18:45	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	20:25	SUNY Collins Circle	7h	03:25	Rochester	No tags

Next departures from Albany to Rochester on 14 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:35	Albany Bus Terminal	5h 15m	15:50	Rochester	CheapestFastest
Bus	16:00	1400 Washington Ave.	10h 25m	02:25	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	14:30	Albany Terminal	11h 55m	02:25	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	16:30	Albany Terminal	9h 55m	02:25	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	15:45	ALB Airport	10h 40m	02:25	Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:06 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Albany 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 4 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just R 770, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day

4h 5mAverage duration

321 kmDistance

29kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 676 - R 3 084	Average duration9h 55m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 770 - R 2 077	Average duration4h 5m	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Albany and Rochester?

Stops in Albany

A
SUNY Collins Circle
1400 Washington Ave (Student Association Building, Bus Stop is at Collins Circle), Albany, NY 12206
B
Albany Airport
C
Greyhound Station
34 Hamilton St, Albany, NY 12207, USA
D
Bethlehem Center
402-408 US-9W, Glenmont, NY 12077, USA
E
Beckers Corner
117 Lasher Rd, Selkirk, NY 12158, USA
F
Crossgates Mall
1 Crossgates Mall Rd (overflow lot off Crossgates Mall Road opposite JC Penney near Access Road), Albany, NY 12205, USA

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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Compare bus companies

Adirondack Trailways

4/51 144 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi2.3

FlixBus

3.5/511 953 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587 488 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Peter Pan

4/56 414 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.7

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Albany, NY to Rochester, NY, US by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Albany to Rochester?
The cheapest bus tickets from Albany to Rochester start at R 676. The average price for this route is around R 1 653. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Albany to Rochester?
The average bus journey time from Albany to Rochester is 9h 55m, covering a distance of 313 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 5h 15m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Albany to Rochester route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from Adirondack Trailways, FlixBus, Greyhound, Peter Pan.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Albany to Rochester?
The earliest bus departs from Albany to Rochester at 10:15. And the latest bus departs at 23:20.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Albany to Rochester?
A bus trip from Albany to Rochester produces an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Albany 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 1142 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Albany to Rochester?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Peter Pan has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Albany to Rochester?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Peter Pan, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Albany 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 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

05/01

R 1 120

06/01

R 951

Today

R 867

08/01

R 842

09/01

R 1 027

10/01

R 968

11/01

R 1 044

12/01

R 817

The cheapest trip from Albany, NY to Rochester, NY, US was searched and found on 12 Jan 2026 with a price of R 817

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

You can expect to pay from R 817 to R 2 404 for a bus ticket from Albany, NY to Rochester, NY, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 817, which is on 2026-01-12.

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.