Next bus departures

Next departures for Chicago to Rochester on July 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	6:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	14h 40m	9:40am	Rochester	CheapestFastest
	Bus	10:15am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	22h 25m	9:40am	Rochester	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:05pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	15h 35m	9:40am	Rochester	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:40pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	22h 5m	6:45pm	Rochester	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Rochester on July 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	6:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	14h 40m	9:40am	Rochester	CheapestFastest
	Bus	10:15am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	22h 25m	9:40am	Rochester	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:05pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	15h 35m	9:40am	Rochester	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:40pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	22h 5m	6:45pm	Rochester	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Rochester on July 31
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	6:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	14h 40m	9:40am	Rochester	CheapestFastest
	Bus	10:15am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	22h 25m	9:40am	Rochester	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:05pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	15h 35m	9:40am	Rochester	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:40pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	22h 5m	6:45pm	Rochester	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Rochester on August 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	6:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	14h 40m	9:40am	Rochester	CheapestFastest
	Bus	10:15am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	22h 25m	9:40am	Rochester	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:05pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	15h 35m	9:40am	Rochester	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:40pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	22h 5m	6:45pm	Rochester	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Rochester on August 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	6:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	14h 40m	9:40am	Rochester	CheapestFastest
	Bus	10:15am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	22h 25m	9:40am	Rochester	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:05pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	15h 35m	9:40am	Rochester	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:40pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	22h 5m	6:45pm	Rochester	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Rochester on August 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:40pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	22h 5m	6:45pm	Rochester	Cheapest
	Bus	6:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	14h 40m	9:40am	Rochester	Fastest
	Bus	10:15am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	22h 25m	9:40am	Rochester	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:05pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	15h 35m	9:40am	Rochester	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago 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 11 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R$355, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

11h 30mAverage Duration

518 milesDistance

76kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceR$348 - R$1,170	Average Duration19h 20m	CO₂ emissions 21kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceR$355 - R$1,046	Average Duration11h 30m	CO₂ emissions 76kg CO₂e

Bus stations and stops in Chicago and Rochester

Stops in Chicago

A
Downtown Greyhound Station
630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
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B
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
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C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA
D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA
E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA
F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, 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 companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,588 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi2.5

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

Amtrak

4.1/55,847 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/513,095 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

US bus companies:FlixBus, Greyhound, Futura, Elite, Chihuahuenses, Tufesa, Adirondack Trailways

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Chicago 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 Chicago to Rochester?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Rochester start from R$348. The average price for this route is around R$482. 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 Chicago to Rochester?
The average bus trip duration from Chicago to Rochester is 19h 20m, covering a distance of 519 miles (836 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 11h 30m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Rochester route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chicago to Rochester?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Rochester at 10:15am. And the latest bus departs at 7:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Rochester?
A bus trip from Chicago to Rochester generates an estimated 20.899825 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Chicago to Rochester?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5847 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Rochester?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Chicago to Rochester?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Chicago to Rochester?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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

07/27

R$720

07/28

R$584

Today

R$636

07/30

R$626

07/31

R$615

08/01

R$442

08/02

R$484

08/03

R$899

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Rochester, NY, US was searched and found on Aug 1, 2026 with a price of R$442

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

You can expect to pay from R$442 to R$1,469 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Rochester, NY, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R$442 which is on 2026-08-01.