How much is the bus ticket from Philadelphia to Rochester?

The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Rochester start at R 908. The average price for this route is around R 1 206. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Philadelphia to Rochester?

The average bus journey time from Philadelphia to Rochester is 11h, covering a distance of 411 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 8h 10m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Rochester route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 28 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound , OurBus , Peter Pan .

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

The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Rochester at 00:20. And the latest bus departs at 22:30.

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

A bus trip from Philadelphia to Rochester produces an estimated 10 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 Philadelphia to Rochester?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is OurBus , with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 3188 reviews.

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Peter Pan , with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Bus Philadelphia to Rochester from R 826 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Philadelphia to Rochester on 23 March
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Peter Pan + Adirondack Trailways	Bus	06:50	Philadelphia (Spring Garden)	10h 10m	17:00	45 Inner Loop	Cheapest
	Bus	22:30	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	8h 10m	06:40	Rochester	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	08:20	199 Spring Garden St.	8h 55m	17:15	Rochester	No tags
	Bus	19:00	199 Spring Garden St.	11h	06:00	Rochester	No tags
	Bus	08:45	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	10h 15m	19:00	Rochester	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Rochester on 24 March
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	22:30	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	8h 10m	06:40	Rochester	CheapestFastest
	Bus	02:00	199 Spring Garden St.	11h 30m	13:30	Rochester	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	08:20	199 Spring Garden St.	10h 40m	19:00	Rochester	No tags
	Bus	03:35	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	11h 15m	14:50	Rochester	No tags
	Bus	05:20	199 Spring Garden St.	10h 30m	15:50	Rochester	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Rochester on 25 March
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	22:30	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	8h 10m	06:40	Rochester	CheapestFastest
	Bus	02:00	199 Spring Garden St.	11h 30m	13:30	Rochester	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	08:20	199 Spring Garden St.	8h 55m	17:15	Rochester	No tags
	Bus	03:55	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	10h 55m	14:50	Rochester	No tags
Peter Pan + Adirondack Trailways	Bus	00:40	Philadelphia (Spring Garden)	11h 5m	11:45	45 Inner Loop	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Rochester on 26 March
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:20	199 Spring Garden St.	11h	23:20	Rochester	Cheapest
	Bus	22:30	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	8h 10m	06:40	Rochester	Fastest
	Bus	02:00	199 Spring Garden St.	11h 30m	13:30	Rochester	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	08:20	199 Spring Garden St.	8h 55m	17:15	Rochester	No tags
	Bus	03:55	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	10h 55m	14:50	Rochester	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Rochester on 28 March
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	20:00	Schuylkill & Walnut	10h	06:00	Rochester	Cheapest
	Bus	22:30	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	8h 10m	06:40	Rochester	Fastest
	Bus	02:00	199 Spring Garden St.	11h 30m	13:30	Rochester	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	08:20	199 Spring Garden St.	8h 55m	17:15	Rochester	No tags
	Bus	03:35	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	11h 15m	14:50	Rochester	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Rochester on 29 March
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	22:30	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	8h 10m	06:40	Rochester	CheapestFastest
	Bus	02:00	199 Spring Garden St.	11h 30m	13:30	Rochester	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	08:20	199 Spring Garden St.	8h 55m	17:15	Rochester	No tags
	Bus	03:35	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	11h 15m	14:50	Rochester	No tags
	Bus	05:20	199 Spring Garden St.	10h 30m	15:50	Rochester	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:53 PM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Philadelphia 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 11 hours and with fares starting at just R 908, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

28bus per day

11hAverage duration

411 kmDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 908 - R 2 892	Average duration11h	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 258 - R 13 090	Average duration10h 48m	CO₂ emissions 37kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Philadelphia and Rochester?

Stops in Philadelphia

A
Independence Travel Center
Off of Race Street between 5th Street and, N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
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B
Philadelphia Airport
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C
#2842 St.Vincent St
15th St Trolley Station, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA
D
Bus Station
1001 Filbert St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA
E
Island Av & Suffolk Av MBFS
3000 Island Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19153, USA
F
NRG SEPTA Station
3701 Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19148, 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
Visit page

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512 348 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587 529 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

WiFi2.5

Based on 87529 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at R 916

Greyhound Philadelphia Rochester recent customer reviews

It was a very good trip

Agustin M.

13 March 2020

Good service

Candida J T.

1 January 2020

OurBus

4/53 188 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi3

Peter Pan

4/56 427 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.7

Based on 6427 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Peter Pan ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 444

Peter Pan Philadelphia Rochester recent customer reviews

Bus was 30 minutes late and made me miss my transfer and I was stuck in NYC until 5am this morning. I had to purchase another ticket as well.

Stephanie W.

12 April 2025

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia to Rochester?
The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Rochester start at R 908. The average price for this route is around R 1 206. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Philadelphia to Rochester?
The average bus journey time from Philadelphia to Rochester is 11h, covering a distance of 411 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 8h 10m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Rochester route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 28 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound, OurBus, Peter Pan.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Philadelphia to Rochester?
The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Rochester at 00:20. And the latest bus departs at 22:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Philadelphia to Rochester?
A bus trip from Philadelphia to Rochester produces an estimated 10 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 Philadelphia to Rochester?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is OurBus, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 3188 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to Rochester?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Peter Pan, 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

21/03

R 1 932

22/03

R 2 748

Today

R 1 712

24/03

R 1 036

25/03

R 1 124

26/03

R 1 142

27/03

R 1 361

28/03

R 1 247

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Rochester, NY, US was searched and found on 24 Mar 2026 with a price of R 1 036

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 036 to R 3 846 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Rochester, NY, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 036, which is on 2026-03-24.

Usually Greyhound, 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.