- Must visit
The Strong National Museum of Play
Interactive museum devoted to play, toys, and children's books. It is Rochester's signature family attraction and home of the National Toy Hall of Fame.
Cheapest price on Aug 30
$21
Average ticket price on Aug 30
$28
Fastest journey on Aug 30
1 h 30 m
Average journey duration on Aug 30
1 h 30 m
Buses on Aug 30
17
Distance
120 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Syracuse, NY 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 Syracuse, NY to Rochester, NY will cost around $28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $21.
On Sun, Aug 30, we found 17 buses from Syracuse, NY to Rochester, NY, including 16 direct services.
On Sun, Aug 30 the direct buses cover the 120 km distance in an average of 1 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 30 m .
On Sun, Aug 30 the slowest buses will take 1 h 30 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.
Field Trips 101 Inc. DOT# 1152299 MC# 672179
ADT N915 · ADT N808
ADT N808
ADT N804
FlixBus
FlixBus

FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Syracuse, NY to Rochester, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $21 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 49m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $21, while a train costs an average of $25.
Distance: 74 miles (120 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$21 Average price Cheapest | $25 Average price | $23 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 4m Average total duration 1h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 49m Average total duration Fastest 1h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Syracuse, NY to Rochester, NY:
A bus is $4 (€3) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Syracuse, NY to Rochester, NY costing on average $25 (€20).
Other travel options to Rochester, NY take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 34m.
Tickets start at around $21 (€17) compared to roughly $23 (€19) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $2 (€2). The journey takes 1h 34m versus 1h 20m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Greyhound, FlixBus, Adirondack Trailways, New York Trailways, Infobus, Trailways.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Adirondack Trailways | Departure Time 12:55AM | Arrival Time 02:25AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 03:25AM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:30AM | Arrival Time 04:00AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:40AM | Arrival Time 04:10AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:20AM | Arrival Time 04:50AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:30AM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Adirondack Trailways | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 11:35AM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Adirondack Trailways | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 11:35AM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:55AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Adirondack Trailways | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 03:25PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Adirondack Trailways | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 04:35PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Adirondack Trailways | Departure Time 03:25PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:25PM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Adirondack Trailways | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:35PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
The table below shows live departures for Syracuse, NY to Rochester, NY buses for today, Saturday, August 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 1:45 PM Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY | 1h40 | 3:25 PM Rochester, Pleasant St (Greyhound Stop), NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
Field Trips 101 Inc. DOT# 1152299 MC# 672179 | 2:10 PM Syracuse, Schine Student Center (Waverly Ave), NY | 1h40 | 3:50 PM Rochester, Greater Rochester International Airport (Passenger Drop-off Area), NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:20 PM Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY | 1h30 | 3:50 PM Rochester, Pleasant St (Greyhound Stop), NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:25 PM Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY | 1h50 | 5:15 PM Rochester, Pleasant St (Greyhound Stop), NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
ADT N810 | 3:25 PM Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY | 1h35 | 5:00 PM Rochester | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:30 PM Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY | 1h30 | 7:00 PM Rochester, Pleasant St (Greyhound Stop), NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
ADT N804 | 6:15 PM Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY | 1h35 | 7:50 PM Rochester | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:35 PM Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY | 1h35 | 9:10 PM Rochester, Pleasant St (Greyhound Stop), NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, August 30 | |||||
ADT N816 | 12:55 AM Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY | 1h30 | 2:25 AM Rochester | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:30 AM Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY | 1h55 | 3:25 AM Rochester, Pleasant St (Greyhound Stop), NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:30 AM Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY | 1h30 | 4:00 AM Rochester, Pleasant St (Greyhound Stop), NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:20 AM Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY | 1h30 | 4:50 AM Rochester, Pleasant St (Greyhound Stop), NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:30 AM Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY | 1h30 | 6:00 AM Rochester, Pleasant St (Greyhound Stop), NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:00 AM Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY | 1h40 | 8:40 AM Rochester, Pleasant St (Greyhound Stop), NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
ADT N915 · ADT N808 | 9:10 AM Syracuse, Air Cargo Rd (Hancock Airport), NY | 2h25 | 11:35 AM Rochester | 1 transfer | |
ADT N808 | 10:00 AM Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY | 1h35 | 11:35 AM Rochester | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:55 AM Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY | 1h35 | 1:30 PM Rochester, Pleasant St (Greyhound Stop), NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Syracuse, NY to Rochester, NY run on average 12 times per day, taking around 1h 34m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $17 (€13) if you book in advance.
There are 12 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 74 miles (120 km) distance in 1h 30m.
Distance 74 miles (120 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $17 (€13) |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 12 |
Fastest bus 1h 30m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
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Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Least Busy Day Wed |
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Discover the best of Rochester, NY — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Rochester, NY trip today.
Interactive museum devoted to play, toys, and children's books. It is Rochester's signature family attraction and home of the National Toy Hall of Fame.
Major photography and film museum founded by George Eastman. Visit the mansion, gardens, and world-class collections in a landmark estate.
University museum with strong old master, American, and modern holdings. A smart stop for high-quality art in a calm academic setting.
Rochester's most iconic park, famous for lilacs, arboretum plantings, and the annual festival. It is beautiful in spring and peaceful year-round.
Scenic riverfront park framing High Falls, one of the city's defining natural views. It is an easy stop for photos and industrial history.
Waterfront park on Lake Ontario with beach access, lighthouse views, and broad sunsets. It is Rochester's classic summer nature outing.
Rochester’s signature late-night plate of home fries, macaroni salad, and meats topped with hot meat sauce, mustard, and onions.
A white hot dog made with uncured pork, beef, and veal. It is a regional specialty usually served on a bun with mustard and onions.
Thin-sliced roast beef on a kummelweck roll topped with coarse salt and caraway. Popular in western New York and common in Rochester.
Established fine dining destination serving polished New American cuisine in an elegant, historic setting with strong local acclaim.
Beloved old-school Italian market and sandwich counter known for gigantic subs, pasta salads, and a classic Rochester neighborhood feel.
Long-running Rochester institution for steaks, seafood, and classic American fare in a warm supper-club atmosphere.
More affordable than larger US cities; hotels, dining, and local transit are usually moderate for visitors.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants, $1-2 per drink at bars, 10-15% for taxis, and optional small tips at cafes.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Syracuse, NY 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.

Most Syracuse, NY to Rochester, NY buses use the Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station) to Rochester, Pleasant St (Greyhound Stop) station pair, with some services arriving at Rochester. Use this guide to compare Syracuse, NY and Rochester, NY bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station) is 3 km from Syracuse city centre. Public transport options include:
Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the station. ATMs are aTMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station).
Available at Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station): The station is wheelchair accessible.
Syracuse, Schine Student Center (Waverly Ave) is 1 km from Syracuse city centre. Public transport options include:
Syracuse, Schine Student Center (Waverly Ave) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Dining options available within the student center.
Free WiFi inside the student center. ATMs are aTM located inside the student center.
Ticket office support is available at Syracuse, Schine Student Center (Waverly Ave).
Available at Syracuse, Schine Student Center (Waverly Ave): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Syracuse, Schine Student Center (Waverly Ave): Wheelchair accessible.
Syracuse, Air Cargo Rd (Hancock Airport) is 7 km from Syracuse city centre. Public transport options include:
Syracuse, Air Cargo Rd (Hancock Airport) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Syracuse, Air Cargo Rd (Hancock Airport). ATMs are available at Syracuse, Air Cargo Rd (Hancock Airport).
Ticket office support is available at Syracuse, Air Cargo Rd (Hancock Airport).
Available at Syracuse, Air Cargo Rd (Hancock Airport): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Syracuse, Air Cargo Rd (Hancock Airport): Wheelchair accessible routes are available.
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.
Rochester has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Rochester. ATMs are available at Rochester.
Ticket office support is available at Rochester.
Available at Rochester: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rochester: Station facilities are accessible to people with disabilities.
Rochester, Greater Rochester International Airport (Passenger Drop-off Area) is 4 km from Rochester city centre. Public transport options include:
Rochester, Greater Rochester International Airport (Passenger Drop-off Area) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Rochester, Greater Rochester International Airport (Passenger Drop-off Area). ATMs are available at Rochester, Greater Rochester International Airport (Passenger Drop-off Area).
Ticket office support is available at Rochester, Greater Rochester International Airport (Passenger Drop-off Area).
Available at Rochester, Greater Rochester International Airport (Passenger Drop-off Area): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rochester, Greater Rochester International Airport (Passenger Drop-off Area): Accessible via ramps.
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