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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Boston, MA to Rochester, NY
Cheapest price
$86
Average price
$94
Fastest journey
10 h 33 m
Average duration
12 h 44 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
542 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Boston, MA to Rochester, NY is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Boston, MA to Rochester, NY will cost around $94 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $86.
Of the 3 buses that leave Boston, MA for Rochester, NY on Tue, Dec 16, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 16 the direct buses cover the 542 km distance in an average of 12 h 44 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 33 m .
On Tue, Dec 16 the slowest buses will take 14 h 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Boston, MA to Rochester, NY
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Boston, MA to Rochester, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €44. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €44, and a flight costs an average of €87.
Distance: 336 miles (542 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€81 Average price Cheapest | €207 Average price | €256 Average price |
9h 36m Average total duration 9h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 59m Average total duration 10h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 34m Average total duration Fastest 1h 34m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Boston, MA to Rochester, NY Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 13h45 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $115 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 8h50 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $117 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 12h55 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $115 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 03:25AM | Duration 11h10 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $117 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 13h15 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $117 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 06:40AM | Duration 12h25 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $115 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:35PM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 13h05 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $114 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 16h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $118 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:50PM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 16h55 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $115 |
Live departures
Boston, MA to Rochester, NY bus times
The table below shows live departures for Boston, MA to Rochester, NY buses for today, Monday, December 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:15 PM Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 11h10 | 8:25 AM Rochester, Pleasant St (Greyhound Stop), NY | 1 transfer | |
| undefined · undefined | 9:45 PM Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 13h15 | 11:00 AM Rochester, Pleasant St (Greyhound Stop), NY | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:15 PM Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 12h25 | 11:40 AM Rochester, Pleasant St (Greyhound Stop), NY | 1 transfer | |
| Tuesday, December 16 | |||||
| undefined · undefined | 12:35 AM Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 13h05 | 1:40 PM Rochester, Pleasant St (Greyhound Stop), NY | 1 transfer | |
| undefined · undefined | 2:30 AM Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 16h00 | 6:30 PM Rochester, Pleasant St (Greyhound Stop), NY | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:50 AM Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 16h55 | 7:45 PM Rochester, Pleasant St (Greyhound Stop), NY | 1 transfer | |
| 12:45 PM Boston, MA | 14h25 | 3:10 AM Rochester, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Boston, MA to Rochester, NY
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Buses from Boston, MA to Rochester, NY run on average 7 times per day, taking around 9h 6m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $56 (€44) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 336 miles (542 km) distance in 8h 50m.
Distance 336 miles (542 km) |
Average bus duration 9h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $56 (€44) |
Buses per day 7 |
Fastest bus 8h 50m |
First bus 00:30 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Greyhound from Boston, MA to Rochester, NYYou can travel by bus between Boston, MA to Rochester, NY with FlixBus, Greyhound for as low as $56 (€44). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Boston, MA to Rochester, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Boston, MA to Rochester, NY by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Rochester, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
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- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
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