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Boxwood Hall State Historic Site
Small museum and archive focused on local heritage, architecture, and community stories in Elizabeth.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Rochester, NY to Elizabeth, NJ is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rochester, NY to Elizabeth, NJ will cost around $70 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $70.
On Tue, Nov 03, we found 1 buses from Rochester, NY to Elizabeth, NJ, including 1 direct services.
On Tue, Nov 03 the direct buses cover the 395 km distance in an average of 6 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 40 m .
On Tue, Nov 03 the slowest buses will take 6 h 40 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.

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Buses from Rochester, NY to Elizabeth, NJ run on average 2 times per day, taking around 10h 56m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $60 if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 245 miles (395 km) distance in 6h 0m.
Distance 245 miles (395 km) |
Average bus duration 10h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price $60 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 6h 0m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Rochester, NY to Elizabeth, NJ.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Flixbus USA | Departure Time 12:35AM | Arrival Time 08:07AM | Duration 7h32 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator Trailways | Departure Time 12:55AM | Arrival Time 08:07AM | Duration 7h12 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $91 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:35AM | Arrival Time 09:35AM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:35AM | Arrival Time 10:35AM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator Flixbus USA | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 05:49PM | Duration 7h29 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator Flixbus USA | Departure Time 12:05PM | Arrival Time 07:26PM | Duration 7h21 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator Greyhound USA | Departure Time 06:55PM | Arrival Time 05:52AM | Duration 10h57 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 04:15AM | Duration 8h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $85 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:55PM | Arrival Time 05:35AM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator Flixbus USA | Departure Time 11:35PM | Arrival Time 06:31AM | Duration 6h56 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $55 |
The table below shows live departures for Rochester, NY to Elizabeth, NJ buses for today, Monday, November 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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![]() | 10:20 AM Rochester, NY | 7h29 | 5:49 PM Elizabeth, NJ | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 12:05 PM Rochester, NY | 7h21 | 7:26 PM Elizabeth, NJ | 1 transfer | |
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Small museum and archive focused on local heritage, architecture, and community stories in Elizabeth.
Local history museum preserving documents, objects, and exhibits about Elizabeth and Union County's past.
Historic house museum associated with patriot Elias Boudinot, offering guided interpretation of colonial Elizabeth.
Elizabeth's revitalized downtown core with shops, civic buildings, transit links, and frequent community activity.
Neighborhood green space with lawns, playgrounds, and a relaxed local atmosphere for a short outdoor break.
Waterfront park with paths, sports fields, and open views near Newark Bay, popular for walks and recreation.
Italian hot dogs are a North Jersey classic: fried hot dogs tucked into pizza bread with peppers, onions, and potatoes. Elizabeth locals prize the hearty street-food style.
Portuguese grilled sardines reflect Elizabeth’s strong Portuguese community. Simply charcoal-grilled and served with potatoes, they are a traditional summer favorite.
Rodizio-style barbecue is central to Brazilian dining in the area, with gaucho servers bringing skewered meats table-side. It is a local staple in Elizabeth’s Brazilian scene.
Well-known local Italian-American landmark celebrated for its Italian hot dogs and no-frills fast-food style service.
Traditional Portuguese and Spanish restaurant known for seafood, grilled meats, and classic Iberian dishes in a polished, old-school setting.
Casual Portuguese barbecue spot popular for grilled chicken, seafood, and homestyle sides in a relaxed neighborhood atmosphere.
Moderate for the New York metro area. Hotels can be costly, but everyday dining and NJ Transit are usually cheaper than in Manhattan.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants if service is not included. For taxis, round up or add 10-15%. Cafes often have tip jars; $1-2 is common for drinks.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rochester, NY to Elizabeth, NJ 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 Elizabeth, NJ, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Rochester, NY to Elizabeth, NJ buses use the Rochester, Pleasant St (Greyhound Stop) to station pair. Use this guide to compare Rochester, NY and Elizabeth, NJ bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Rochester, Pleasant St (Greyhound Stop) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Rochester, Pleasant St (Greyhound Stop). ATMs are available at Rochester, Pleasant St (Greyhound Stop).
Ticket office support is available at Rochester, Pleasant St (Greyhound Stop).
Available at Rochester, Pleasant St (Greyhound Stop): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rochester, Pleasant St (Greyhound Stop): Accessible for disabled passengers.
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