How much does a bus ticket from Newark to Rochester cost?

The bus ticket price from Newark to Rochester starts at R 844. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Newark to Rochester is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Newark to Rochester?

The average travel time between Newark and Rochester is around 7h, although the fastest bus will take about 4h 45m. This is the time it takes to travel the 393 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Newark and Rochester?

The number of buses from Newark to Rochester can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 12 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Newark to Rochester by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Newark to Rochester?

When taking the bus from Newark to Rochester, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Greyhound, New York Trailways.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Newark to Rochester?

Buses travelling between Newark and Rochester leave from Penn Station or Newark Liberty International Airport and arrive at Bus Station, U of R, Rochester Institute of Technology.

Bus Newark to Rochester from R 753 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Newark to Rochester on 16 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:30	Newark (Amtrak)	7h 55m	18:25	Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	20:30	Newark (Amtrak)	5h 45m	02:15	Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	08:50	Newark Penn Station	7h	15:50	Rochester	No tags
	Bus	10:45	Newark Penn Station	6h 30m	17:15	Rochester	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	15:00	Newark Penn Station	8h 10m	23:10	Rochester	No tags

Next departures from Newark to Rochester on 17 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	20:30	Newark (Amtrak)	5h 45m	02:15	Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	00:35	Newark Penn Station	6h 5m	06:40	Rochester	No tags
	Bus	04:30	Newark Penn Station	9h	13:30	Rochester	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	15:00	Newark Penn Station	8h 10m	23:10	Rochester	No tags
	Bus	10:30	Newark (Amtrak)	7h 55m	18:25	Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Newark to Rochester on 20 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:30	Newark (Amtrak)	6h 30m	17:00	Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	20:30	Newark (Amtrak)	5h 45m	02:15	Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	00:35	Newark Penn Station	6h 5m	06:40	Rochester	No tags
	Bus	04:30	Newark Penn Station	9h	13:30	Rochester	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	15:00	Newark Penn Station	8h 10m	23:10	Rochester	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 12:37 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Newark to Rochester

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Rochester. The journey takes about 7 hours and with fares starting at just R 844, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day

7hAverage duration

393 kmDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 844 - R 2 980	Average duration7h	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 164 - R 9 120	Average duration9h 21m	CO₂ emissions 36kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 329 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 11329 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 Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at R 879

FlixBus Newark Rochester recent customer reviews

The bus was very dirty my seat and seatbelt were broken and it was just overall an unwelcoming non relaxing experience.

Marisa P.

12 September 2023

Greyhound

3.5/587 374 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Based on 87374 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 Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at R 844

Greyhound Newark Rochester recent customer reviews

My schedule was 206 from Newark Penn station to Rochester. No information about what happens to the bus. It impacts my schedule for later days. Very disappointed in terms of transparency of operations.

Sahil G.

15 August 2021

New York Trailways

4/54 411 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi3.2

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Where are the popular stops in Newark and Rochester?

Stops in Newark

A - Penn Station

B - Newark Liberty International Airport

Stops in Rochester

A - Bus Station

B - U of R

C - Rochester Institute of Technology

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

How much does a bus ticket from Newark to Rochester cost?
The bus ticket price from Newark to Rochester starts at R 844. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Newark to Rochester is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Newark to Rochester?
The average travel time between Newark and Rochester is around 7h, although the fastest bus will take about 4h 45m. This is the time it takes to travel the 393 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Newark and Rochester?
The number of buses from Newark to Rochester can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 12 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Newark to Rochester by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Newark to Rochester?
When taking the bus from Newark to Rochester, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Greyhound, New York Trailways.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Newark to Rochester?
Buses travelling between Newark and Rochester leave from Penn Station or Newark Liberty International Airport and arrive at Bus Station, U of R, Rochester Institute of Technology.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

14/11

R 1 016

15/11

R 1 068

Today

R 1 105

17/11

R 887

18/11

No data

19/11

R 823

20/11

R 887

21/11

R 928

The cheapest trip from Newark, NJ to Rochester, NY, US was searched and found on 19 Nov 2025 with a price of R 823

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

You can expect to pay from R 823 to R 1 874 for a bus ticket from Newark, NJ to Rochester, NY, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 823, which is on 2025-11-19.

Usually New York Trailways, 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.