Manhattan to Rochester by bus
Rochester lies 401 km (249 mi) north-west of Manhattan, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 7 h 26 min including stops, over roughly 489 km (304 mi) of road.
| Manhattan | Rochester | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 1.5 million | 209,802 |
| Elevation | 38 m (125 ft) | 156 m (512 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-4 (America/New_York) | UTC-4 (America/New_York) |
Where to book buses from Manhattan to Rochester
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Staying in Rochester
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Common questions
How far is Rochester from Manhattan?
401 km (249 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Manhattan; by road roughly 489 km (304 mi).
How long does it take to get from Manhattan to Rochester by bus?
About 7 h 26 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Manhattan and Rochester?
No, both are on America/New_York at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.