The average bus between Washington DC and Rochester takes 12h 52m and the fastest bus takes 11h 25m. The bus service runs several times per day from Washington DC to Rochester. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run 4 times a day between Washington DC and Rochester. The earliest departure is at 1:51 AM at night, and the last departure from Washington DC is at 11:45 PM which arrives into Rochester at 3:25 PM. All services require a transfer at 13 St NW+G St NW and take an average of 12h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Washington DC to Rochester? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct bus from Washington DC to Rochester. However, there are services departing from Washington DC station and arriving at Rochester station via Newark Penn Station station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 52m.
Washington DC to Rochester bus services, operated by Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, depart from Washington Union Station.
Washington DC to Rochester bus services, operated by Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, arrive at Rochester Bus Stop station.
The distance between Washington DC and Rochester is 476.1 km. The road distance is 878 km.
You can take a vehicle from Washington DC to Rochester Bus Stop via 13 St NW+G St NW, Massachusetts Av NE+1 St NE, Washington Union Station, and Newark Penn Station in around 12h 45m.