Next bus departures

Next departures for Philadelphia to Rochester on September 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	5:40pm	Cherry Hill Mall	9h 45m	3:25am	Rochester	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:30pm	Philadelphia Bus Station	8h 30m	4:00am	Rochester	Fastest
	Bus	6:45pm	Philadelphia Bus Station	8h 40m	3:25am	Rochester	No tags
	Bus	8:05pm	Philadelphia Bus Station	9h 55m	6:00am	Rochester	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:50pm	Cherry Hill Mall	9h 10m	4:00am	Rochester	No tags
	Bus	10:30pm	Philadelphia Bus Station	8h 40m	7:10am	Rochester	No tags
	Bus	8:30pm	Cherry Hill Mall	9h 30m	6:00am	Rochester	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:35pm	Cherry Hill Mall	9h 35m	7:10am	Rochester	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Rochester on September 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	8:30pm	Cherry Hill Mall	9h 30m	6:00am	Rochester	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:30am	Cherry Hill Mall	8h 30m	7:00pm	Rochester	Fastest
	Bus	2:30am	Philadelphia Bus Station	11h	1:30pm	Rochester	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:05am	Philadelphia Bus Station	9h 20m	3:25pm	Rochester	No tags
	Bus	6:45pm	Philadelphia Bus Station	8h 40m	3:25am	Rochester	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:40am	Philadelphia Bus Station	8h 35m	5:15pm	Rochester	No tags
	Bus	8:05pm	Philadelphia Bus Station	9h 55m	6:00am	Rochester	No tags
	Bus	10:30pm	Philadelphia Bus Station	8h 40m	7:10am	Rochester	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Rochester on September 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	8:30pm	Cherry Hill Mall	9h 30m	6:00am	Rochester	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:30am	Cherry Hill Mall	8h 30m	7:00pm	Rochester	Fastest
	Bus	2:30am	Philadelphia Bus Station	11h	1:30pm	Rochester	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:05am	Philadelphia Bus Station	9h 20m	3:25pm	Rochester	No tags
	Bus	6:45pm	Philadelphia Bus Station	8h 40m	3:25am	Rochester	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:40am	Philadelphia Bus Station	8h 35m	5:15pm	Rochester	No tags
	Bus	8:05pm	Philadelphia Bus Station	9h 55m	6:00am	Rochester	No tags
	Bus	10:30pm	Philadelphia Bus Station	8h 40m	7:10am	Rochester	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Rochester on September 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + FlixBus	Bus	7:20am	Cherry Hill Mall	9h 55m	5:15pm	Rochester	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:30am	Cherry Hill Mall	8h 30m	7:00pm	Rochester	Fastest
	Bus	2:30am	Philadelphia Bus Station	11h	1:30pm	Rochester	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:05am	Philadelphia Bus Station	9h 20m	3:25pm	Rochester	No tags
	Bus	6:45pm	Philadelphia Bus Station	8h 40m	3:25am	Rochester	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:40am	Philadelphia Bus Station	8h 35m	5:15pm	Rochester	No tags
	Bus	8:05pm	Philadelphia Bus Station	9h 55m	6:00am	Rochester	No tags
	Bus	10:30pm	Philadelphia Bus Station	8h 40m	7:10am	Rochester	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Rochester on September 7
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	2:30am	Philadelphia Bus Station	11h	1:30pm	Rochester	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:30am	Cherry Hill Mall	8h 30m	7:00pm	Rochester	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:05am	Philadelphia Bus Station	9h 20m	3:25pm	Rochester	No tags
	Bus	6:45pm	Philadelphia Bus Station	8h 40m	3:25am	Rochester	No tags
	Bus	8:05pm	Philadelphia Bus Station	9h 55m	6:00am	Rochester	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:40am	Philadelphia Bus Station	8h 35m	5:15pm	Rochester	No tags
	Bus	10:30pm	Philadelphia Bus Station	8h 40m	7:10am	Rochester	No tags
	Bus	8:30pm	Cherry Hill Mall	9h 30m	6:00am	Rochester	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go 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 9 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just TRY 2,657, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

20bus per day

9h 35mAverage Duration

256 milesDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceTRY 2,657 - TRY 9,813	Average Duration9h 35m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceTRY 3,546 - TRY 26,303	Average Duration10h 50m	CO₂ emissions 37kg CO₂e

Bus stations and stops in Philadelphia and Rochester

Stops in Philadelphia

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

FlixBus

3.5/515,483 reviews

Staff4.1

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.

Greyhound

3.5/588,115 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness3.0

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.

Greyhound Philadelphia Rochester recent customer reviews

It was a very good trip

Agustin M.

March 13, 2020

Good service

Candida J T.

January 1, 2020

OurBus

4.0/53,311 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3.0

With about 1 daily trips between Philadelphia and Rochester, Ourbus offers competitive fares, clean and comfortable intercity bus travel. Their buses have free WiFi, clean bathrooms, complimentary bottled water, extra legroom and power outlets. They are known for providing excellent customer service, reflecting one of the industry's highest review rates. OurBus does not charge fees to reschedule tickets, which can be changed up to 30 minutes before travel time.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA, US 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 Philadelphia to Rochester?
The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Rochester start from TRY 2,657. The average price for this route is around TRY 3,945. 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 Philadelphia to Rochester?
The average bus trip duration from Philadelphia to Rochester is 9h 35m, covering a distance of 256 miles (412 km). The quickest bus can get 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 20 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound, OurBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Philadelphia to Rochester?
The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Rochester at 12:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:25pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Philadelphia to Rochester?
A bus trip from Philadelphia to Rochester generates an estimated 10.290275 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 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 3311 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia to Rochester?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company OurBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.0.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Philadelphia to Rochester?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is OurBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Philadelphia to Rochester?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is OurBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 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

09/01

TRY 4,036

09/02

TRY 3,788

Today

TRY 4,481

09/04

TRY 5,843

09/05

TRY 3,788

09/06

TRY 4,109

09/07

TRY 4,952

09/08

TRY 3,565

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA, US to Rochester, NY, US was searched and found on Sep 8, 2026 with a price of TRY 3,565

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

You can expect to pay from TRY 3,565 to TRY 9,161 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA, US to Rochester, NY, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at TRY 3,565 which is on 2026-09-08.

Usually FlixBus, Greyhound 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.