Lowest Prices
We find the cheapest bus & train tickets, so you can wander for less.
Best Travel Options
We partner with 500+ carriers to bring you the most bus & train options.
Quick & Easy Booking
Book trips quickly with a simple, hassle-free checkout – online & on our app.
Fast Customer Support
We don’t monkey around. We respond within minutes to help you out.
Journey Information
There is one daily bus from Amherst to Rochester. Traveling by bus from Amherst to Rochester usually takes around one hour and 10 minutes, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
| Distance | 61 mi (98 km) |
| Shortest duration | 1h 10m |
| Cheapest price | $10.00 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | PandaNY Bus |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Amherst to Rochester?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Amherst to Rochester. PandaNY Bus is the only company that has bus schedules available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| PandaNY Bus | 1 | 1h 10m | $10.00 |
Panda NY Bus is an American bus company known as a Chinatown bus line that conducts trips to and from some of the largest and most unique Chinatown districts on the eastern seaboard. Aboard Panda NY buses, you can enjoy free WiFi, power outlets, comfortable reclining seats, and a restroom. Panda NY offers some of the cheapest bus tickets from Amherst to Rochester, with prices starting from $10.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of one hour and 10 minutes to cover the 61 miles from Amherst to Rochester. You'll have just enough time for a small nap on this relatively short bus trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Thursday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Thursday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Monday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your bus travel for the beginning of the week.
There is usually only one bus per day from Amherst to Rochester. It leaves the station in Amherst at 11:00pm each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
City Information
Amherst
Image credit: Unsplash
Amherst is a town in upstate New York and a suburb of Buffalo. It's a friendly, suburban community and home to the North Campus of the University at Buffalo (UB). Some of the popular spots for visitors are the Museum of disABILITY History and the University Buffalo Art Gallery. Visitors and residents alike enjoy performances at the UB Center for the Arts, and the small city has a great selection of parks like Ellicott Creek Park and Green Space.
The neighboring village of Williamsville has a downtown strip of Main Street dotted with coffee shops, diners, and small stores. And you can't leave the area without taking a day trip to Niagara Falls.
Buffalo's train and bus connections are usually some of the area's best transportation options, but PandaNY Bus runs a convenient direct route from New York City to Amherst.
Rochester
Perched on the shore on Lake Ontario, Rochester is an idyllic city with a small-town vibe, making it the perfect destination for those looking for some family-friendly fun. Rochester’s pride is Highland Park, which is one of the oldest arboretums in the U.S. Designed by the famous landscape architect Frederick Law Olmsted, the park features idyllic paths cutting through treelines and fragrant lilac bushes. If you wish to marvel at the beauty of the Genesee River’s Gorge, go on a hiking trip on the Genesee Riverway Trail. For more cultural activities, George Eastman Museum, the world’s oldest photography museum, would be a great choice.
Rochester’s food scene features many quirky dishes, including the famous local garbage plate, which features your choice of meat along with decadent sides. For the best garbage plates, you might want to check out Nick Tahou Hots.
The city’s busiest bus station is the Trailways Terminal downtown. The station serves several bus carriers, including New York Trailways, Greyhound and OurBus, among others. The principal Amtrak train station is Louis M. Slaughter Station, which is located just across the street from the bus station. Rochester is served by Amtrak’s Empire Service, Lake Shore Limited and Maple Leaf lines. The city’s commercial air services are served by the Greater Rochester International Airport, located 3 miles southwest of downtown.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Amherst?
Main departure station: 809b Millersport Hwy
Most buses depart from the main station in Amherst.
All bus stations in Amherst:
809b Millersport Hwy
Where does the bus arrive in Rochester?
Main arrival station: 733 Monroe Ave
All buses from Amherst arrive at one main station in Rochester.
All bus stations in Rochester:
733 Monroe Ave
Get around town with Moovit
Need a return trip from Rochester to Amherst?
Search Bus Tickets
Wanderu is the simplest way to book bus and train travel.
With just a quick search on Wanderu, you can compare bus and train schedules and prices from hundreds of travel companies in one convenient place to find the trip that works best for you. Wanderu’s simple checkout process makes it easy to book cheap bus and train tickets hassle-free. Most importantly, as Wanderu is an official partner of all leading bus and train companies, we always have the best bus and train deals out there.
Book buses and trains on the go with the Wanderu app.
Download our app and snag the best travel deals across North America & Europe.Learn more