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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from White Plains to Rochester. Traveling by bus from White Plains to Rochester usually takes around 14 hours and 42 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 10 hours and 25 minutes.
Distance | 246 mi (396 km) |
Shortest duration | 10h 25m |
Cheapest price | $64.33 |
Most frequent service | Greyhound |
Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from White Plains to Rochester?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from White Plains to Rochester. Greyhound is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
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Greyhound | 2 | 14h 43m | $90.97 |
Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 2 bus trips from White Plains to Rochester every day, with the average journey taking around 14 hours and 43 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Rochester usually start from $64.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 14 hours and 42 minutes to cover the 246 miles from White Plains to Rochester. However, the fastest bus only takes 10 hours and 25 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road 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.
The first bus leaves at 10:00am and the last bus leaves at 10:00pm. To see the times for all buses from White Plains to Rochester, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
White Plains
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Link to image attributionWhite Plains is in the suburb of New York City, though it counts as its own city (making it the eleventh-largest city in the state). White Plains is a vibrant restaurant and shopping hub with sights for nature lovers, like the Greenburgh Nature Center, Cranberry Lake Preserve, and Rockefeller State Park Preserve. Art enthusiasts can also visit museums and galleries, like the Neuberger Museum of Art and Kensico Dam Plaza. White Plains also has attractive outdoor areas, like Saxon Woods Park, Battle of White Plains Park, and J Harvey Turnure Memorial Park.
Since White Plains features different spots for shopping and eating, contributing to its vibrant nightlife. The city also has several sports bars, pubs, lounges and clubs, and family-friendly restaurants known to transform into bars at night. The craft beer scene is also vibrant in the city. Downtown White Plains is an entertainment district with several local stores and venues.
White Plains is a highly accessible city in New York, especially when you're traveling by bus with Greyhound, OurBus, or Adirondack Trailways. Bee-Line bus routes also serve the city, and the White Plains Railroad Station offers train services.
Rochester
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Link to image attributionPerched 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 White Plains?
Main departure station: Transp Ctr - 11 Ferris Ave
Most buses depart from the main station in White Plains.
All bus stations in White Plains:
Transp Ctr - 11 Ferris Ave
Where does the bus arrive in Rochester?
Main arrival station: Rochester
All buses from White Plains arrive at one main station in Rochester.
All bus stations in Rochester:
Rochester
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