How much is the train ticket from Washington to Rochester?

The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Rochester start at $119. The average price for this train route is around $339. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Washington to Rochester?

The average train trip from Washington to Rochester takes 12h 28m and covers 478 km. The quickest train gets you there in 11h 8m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Washington to Rochester route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 6 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Washington to Rochester?

The earliest train from Washington to Rochester departs at 5:00am. The latest train departs at 10:00pm.

Train Washington to Rochester from $113 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Washington to Rochester on November 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:35am	Union Station	12h 48m	11:23pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags
Train	5:15pm	Union Station	20h 58m	2:13pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags
Train	8:50am	Union Station	11h 25m	8:15pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags
Train	10:32am	Union Station	12h 51m	11:23pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags
Train	10:00pm	Union Station	16h 13m	2:13pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Washington to Rochester

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Rochester. The journey takes about 13 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just $65, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

23bus per day

13h 5mAverage Duration

472 kmDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$65 - $367	Average Duration13h 5m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$119 - $1,802	Average Duration12h 28m	CO₂ emissions 43kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,611 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5611 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $119

Amtrak Washington Rochester recent customer reviews

I want to be able to see which gate the train arrives at from the amtrak app. I liked that I could wander between the cars. Staff was very friendly and helpful.

Alissa R.

April 19, 2024

US train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, US to Rochester, NY, US by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Washington to Rochester?
The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Rochester start at $119. The average price for this train route is around $339. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Washington to Rochester?
The average train trip from Washington to Rochester takes 12h 28m and covers 478 km. The quickest train gets you there in 11h 8m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Washington to Rochester route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 6 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Washington to Rochester?
The earliest train from Washington to Rochester departs at 5:00am. The latest train departs at 10:00pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11-26

$1,084

11-27

$315

Today

$133

11-29

No data

11-30

$402

12-01

$122

12-02

$113

12-03

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The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Rochester, NY, US was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $113

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Washington, DC, US to Rochester, NY, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $113 to $1,254 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to Rochester, NY, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $113 which is on 2025-12-02.