Next bus departures

Next departures for Rochester to Philadelphia on September 24
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Adirondack Trailways + Peter Pan	Bus	9:30am	Bus Station	12h 15m	9:45pm	Philadelphia Bus Station	Cheapest
Adirondack Trailways + Peter Pan	Bus	12:55am	Bus Station	8h 5m	9:00am	Philadelphia Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	12:35am	Rochester	10h 25m	11:00am	Philadelphia Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	5:05am	Rochester	9h 25m	2:30pm	Philadelphia Bus Station	No tags
	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	5:15pm	Rochester	10h	3:15am	Philadelphia Bus Station	No tags
Adirondack Trailways + Peter Pan	Bus	12:55am	Bus Station	10h 50m	11:45am	Philadelphia Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + FlixBus	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	12:05pm	Rochester	8h 45m	8:50pm	Philadelphia Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	6:55pm	Rochester	10h 5m	5:00am	Philadelphia Bus Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Rochester to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 10 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just RUB 4,634, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

27bus per day

10h 10mAverage Duration

256 milesDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceRUB 4,634 - RUB 18,753	Average Duration10h 10m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceRUB 6,183 - RUB 44,348	Average Duration10h 30m	CO₂ emissions 37kg CO₂e

Bus stations and stops in Rochester and Philadelphia

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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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

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/515,845 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.

FlixBus Rochester Philadelphia recent customer reviews

The bus never arrived

Jorge R. S.

July 17, 2026

Greyhound

3.5/588,163 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 Rochester Philadelphia recent customer reviews

The restroom was horrible. Very dirty..

Glorialys R.

March 20, 2020

Awesome Trip!

Gloria R.

February 4, 2020

OurBus

4.0/53,312 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3.0

With about 1 daily trips between Rochester and Philadelphia, 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, Tufesa, Chihuahuenses, Adirondack Trailways, Valley Transit

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Rochester, NY, US to Philadelphia, PA, 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 Rochester to Philadelphia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Rochester to Philadelphia start from RUB 4,634. The average price for this route is around RUB 7,008. 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 Rochester to Philadelphia?
The average bus trip duration from Rochester to Philadelphia is 10h 10m, covering a distance of 256 miles (412 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 5m and is operated by OurBus.
Which bus companies service the Rochester to Philadelphia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 27 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound, OurBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Rochester to Philadelphia?
The earliest bus departs from Rochester to Philadelphia at 12:35am. And the latest bus departs at 11:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rochester to Philadelphia?
A bus trip from Rochester to Philadelphia generates an estimated 10.297125 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 Rochester to Philadelphia?
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 3312 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Rochester to Philadelphia?
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 Rochester to Philadelphia?
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 Rochester to Philadelphia?
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

09/21

RUB 7,080

09/22

RUB 6,260

Today

RUB 7,166

09/24

RUB 9,412

09/25

RUB 9,325

09/26

RUB 6,519

09/27

RUB 6,519

09/28

RUB 6,044

The cheapest trip from Rochester, NY, US to Philadelphia, PA, US was searched and found on Sep 28, 2026 with a price of RUB 6,044

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 Philadelphia, PA, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from RUB 6,044 to RUB 13,254 for a bus ticket from Rochester, NY, US to Philadelphia, PA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at RUB 6,044 which is on 2026-09-28.

Usually 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.