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

The bus ticket price from Rochester to Newark starts at R 680. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Rochester to Newark 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 Rochester to Newark?

The average travel time between Rochester and Newark is around 6h 25m, 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 Rochester and Newark?

The number of buses from Rochester to Newark can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 11 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Rochester to Newark by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Rochester to Newark?

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

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

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

Bus Rochester to Newark from R 722 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Rochester to Newark on 14 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	23:35	Rochester	6h	05:35	Newark Penn Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	15:30	Rochester	8h 45m	00:15	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	18:55	Rochester	6h 40m	01:35	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	13:20	Bus Station	6h 20m	19:40	Newark (Amtrak)	No tags

Next departures from Rochester to Newark on 15 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:00	Bus Station	7h 45m	15:45	Newark (Amtrak)	Cheapest
Bus	00:55	Bus Station	5h 45m	06:40	Newark (Amtrak)	Fastest
Bus	00:35	Rochester	6h 25m	07:00	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	18:55	Rochester	6h 40m	01:35	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	13:20	Bus Station	6h 20m	19:40	Newark (Amtrak)	No tags
Bus	01:20	Rochester	8h 55m	10:15	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	09:15	Bus Station	6h 30m	15:45	Newark (Amtrak)	No tags
Bus	10:20	Rochester	6h 25m	16:45	Newark Penn Station	No tags

Next departures from Rochester to Newark on 16 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:00	Bus Station	7h 45m	15:45	Newark (Amtrak)	Cheapest
Bus	00:55	Bus Station	5h 45m	06:40	Newark (Amtrak)	Fastest
Bus	00:35	Rochester	6h 25m	07:00	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	18:55	Rochester	6h 40m	01:35	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	13:20	Bus Station	6h 20m	19:40	Newark (Amtrak)	No tags
Bus	01:20	Rochester	8h 55m	10:15	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	09:15	Bus Station	6h 30m	15:45	Newark (Amtrak)	No tags
Bus	10:20	Rochester	6h 25m	16:45	Newark Penn Station	No tags

Next departures from Rochester to Newark on 17 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:00	Bus Station	7h 45m	15:45	Newark (Amtrak)	Cheapest
Bus	00:55	Bus Station	5h 45m	06:40	Newark (Amtrak)	Fastest
Bus	00:35	Rochester	6h 25m	07:00	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	18:55	Rochester	6h 40m	01:35	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	13:20	Bus Station	6h 20m	19:40	Newark (Amtrak)	No tags
Bus	01:20	Rochester	8h 55m	10:15	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	09:15	Bus Station	6h 30m	15:45	Newark (Amtrak)	No tags
Bus	10:20	Rochester	6h 25m	16:45	Newark Penn Station	No tags

Next departures from Rochester to Newark on 18 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	00:35	Rochester	6h 25m	07:00	Newark Penn Station	Cheapest
Bus	00:55	Bus Station	5h 45m	06:40	Newark (Amtrak)	Fastest
Bus	10:20	Rochester	6h 25m	16:45	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	18:55	Rochester	6h 40m	01:35	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	13:20	Bus Station	6h 20m	19:40	Newark (Amtrak)	No tags
Bus	12:05	Rochester	6h 25m	18:30	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	09:15	Bus Station	6h 30m	15:45	Newark (Amtrak)	No tags
Bus	15:30	Rochester	8h 45m	00:15	Newark Penn Station	No tags

Next departures from Rochester to Newark on 19 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	00:35	Rochester	6h 25m	07:00	Newark Penn Station	Cheapest
Bus	00:55	Bus Station	5h 45m	06:40	Newark (Amtrak)	Fastest
Bus	10:20	Rochester	6h 25m	16:45	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	18:55	Rochester	6h 40m	01:35	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	13:20	Bus Station	6h 20m	19:40	Newark (Amtrak)	No tags
Bus	15:30	Rochester	8h 45m	00:15	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	09:15	Bus Station	6h 30m	15:45	Newark (Amtrak)	No tags
Bus	23:35	Rochester	6h	05:35	Newark Penn Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 1:27 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Rochester to Newark

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Newark. The journey takes about 6 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just R 680, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day

6h 25mAverage duration

393 kmDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 680 - R 3 395	Average duration6h 25m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 168 - R 7 643	Average duration9h 14m	CO₂ emissions 36kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 306 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

New York Trailways

4/54 411 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi3.2

Greyhound

3.5/587 371 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

According to customer reviews, there have been complaints about delays and issues with check-in. Some customers also reported losing their belongings on the bus without any response from the lost and found department. These incidents have caused inconvenience for passengers, especially those traveling with children.

Greyhound Rochester Newark recent customer reviews

The bus come late and didn't check me in but he drop us of at ny ny port authorities, and I forgot my laundry big yellow bus under the bus number 86204 no ones have call me about my bag I have important document on that bag and my baby stuff in there. I report it to lost and found but they haven't answer yet please contact me if u found my bag atleast let me know where can I pick it up

Ingri M.

29 June 2023

Pls fix this problem me and my children was stuck at the bus station for 3in for hours

N T.

15 December 2022

Everything was well, my only issue was the phone charger sockets are hard to use because of plastic cover that stops a person's charger from going in all the way

James B.

16 March 2020

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

Where are the popular stops in Rochester and Newark?

Stops in Rochester

A - Bus Station

B - U of R

C - Rochester Institute of Technology

Stops in Newark

A - Penn Station

B - Newark Liberty International Airport

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

How much does a bus ticket from Rochester to Newark cost?
The bus ticket price from Rochester to Newark starts at R 680. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Rochester to Newark 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 Rochester to Newark?
The average travel time between Rochester and Newark is around 6h 25m, 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 Rochester and Newark?
The number of buses from Rochester to Newark can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 11 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Rochester to Newark by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Rochester to Newark?
When taking the bus from Rochester to Newark, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, New York Trailways, Greyhound.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Rochester to Newark?
Buses travelling between Rochester and Newark leave from Bus Station or U of R and arrive at Penn Station, Newark Liberty International Airport.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

12/11

R 984

13/11

R 984

Today

R 795

15/11

R 880

16/11

R 722

17/11

R 810

18/11

R 844

19/11

R 879

The cheapest trip from Rochester, NY, US to Newark, NJ was searched and found on 16 Nov 2025 with a price of R 722

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

You can expect to pay from R 722 to R 2 461 for a bus ticket from Rochester, NY, US to Newark, NJ based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 722, which is on 2025-11-16.

Usually FlixBus, New York 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.