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Chicago, IL to Rochester Bus

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04/23/2025
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Chicago, IL to Rochester by bus

The journey from Chicago, IL to Rochester by bus is 286.53 mi and takes 14 hr 11 min. There are 6 connections per day, with the first departure at 6:40 AM and the last at 9:50 PM. It is possible to travel from Chicago, IL to Rochester by bus for as little as $61.54 or as much as $304.84. The best price for this journey is $61.54.

Lowest Price $61.54
Journey Duration 14 hr 11 min
Connection per Day 6
Lowest Price $61.54
Highest Price $304.84
First Departure 6:40 AM
Last Departure 9:50 PM
Distance 286.53 mi
Departure Chicago, IL
Arrival Rochester
Carriers Greyhound

Best time to book cheap bus tickets from Chicago, IL to Rochester

The cheapest Chicago, IL - Rochester bus tickets can be found for as low as $81.20 if you’re lucky, or $102.11 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $126.28.

Find the best day to travel to Rochester by bus

When travelling to Rochester by bus, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

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Chicago, IL to Rochester CO2 Emissions by Bus

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Train
32.28kg
Bus
34.58kg
Flight
92.22kg
Car
73.78kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from Chicago, IL to Rochester?
A bus ticket from Chicago, IL to Rochester is $123.22. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as $61.54.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from Chicago, IL to Rochester?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Chicago, IL to Rochester is $61.54. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Chicago, IL and Rochester by bus?
Chicago, IL to Rochester is 286.53 mi.
How long does the bus between Chicago, IL and Rochester take?
Chicago, IL to Rochester is on average 14 hr 11 min. However the fastest option will get you there in 7 hr 50 min.
How many bus connections per day go from Chicago, IL to Rochester?
Chicago, IL to Rochester has 6 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from Chicago, IL to Rochester leave?
The earliest bus from Chicago, IL to Rochester departs at 6:40 AM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last bus from Chicago, IL to Rochester depart?
The latest bus from Chicago, IL to Rochester departs at 9:50 PM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Chicago, IL to Rochester in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest bus ticket we have found is $61.54 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from Chicago, IL to Rochester?
There are on average 4 direct connection(s) from Chicago, IL to go to Rochester.
What's the fastest journey time between Chicago, IL to Rochester by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between Chicago, IL and Rochester is 7 hr 50 min.
Is there a direct bus from Chicago, IL to Rochester?
Yes, there is a direct bus between Chicago, IL and Rochester.
What are the CO2 emissions for Chicago, IL to Rochester by bus?
The bus journey from Chicago, IL to Rochester creates 34.58kg of CO2 emissions.