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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.
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Windham, NY to Rochester, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $188 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 25m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $188, while a flight costs an average of $925.
Distance: 180 miles (290 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Train |
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$188 Average price Cheapest | $925 Average price | $198 Average price |
11h 58m Average total duration 11h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 18m Average total duration 4h 18m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 25m Average total duration Fastest 4h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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This is compared to other travel options from Windham, NY to Rochester, NY:
A bus is $9 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Windham, NY to Rochester, NY costing on average $198.
A bus is $737 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Windham, NY to Rochester, NY costing on average $925.
Other travel options to Rochester, NY take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 55m.
Bus takes on average 11h 28m.
Buses from Windham, NY to Rochester, NY run on average 2 times per day, taking around 11h 28m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $154 but you can travel from only $78 by train.
The fastest bus covers the 180 miles (290 km) distance in 10h 20m.
Distance 180 miles (290 km) |
Average bus duration 11h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $154 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 10h 20m |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
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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 Windham, 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 Windham, NY to Rochester, NY buses use the Windham, Church St. / NY-23 to Rochester station pair. Use this guide to compare Windham, NY and Rochester, NY bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Windham, Church St. / NY-23 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Windham, Church St. / NY-23. ATMs are available at Windham, Church St. / NY-23.
Ticket office support is available at Windham, Church St. / NY-23.
Available at Windham, Church St. / NY-23: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Windham, Church St. / NY-23: Basic accessibility for boarding buses.
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.
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