How much is the train ticket from Boston to Rochester?

The cheapest train tickets from Boston to Rochester start from R 860. The average price for this train route is around R 2 556. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Boston to Rochester?

The average train journey time from Boston to Rochester is 13h 28m, covering a distance of 539 km. The quickest train can get you there in 10h 26m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Boston to Rochester route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 7 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Boston to Rochester departs at 06:35. And the latest train departs at 19:01.

Train Boston to Rochester from R 811 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Boston to Rochester on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:57	Back Bay Station	10h 26m	23:23	Louise M. Slaughter Station	CheapestFastest
Train	19:01	Boston Route 128, MA	19h 12m	14:13	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags
Train	19:01	Boston Route 128, MA	19h 12m	14:13	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags
Train	12:57	Back Bay Station	10h 26m	23:23	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags
Train	12:57	Back Bay Station	10h 26m	23:23	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Rochester on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:57	Back Bay Station	10h 26m	23:23	Louise M. Slaughter Station	CheapestFastest
Train	06:50	Boston Route 128, MA	13h 25m	20:15	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags
Train	06:50	Boston Route 128, MA	13h 25m	20:15	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags
Train	09:55	Boston Route 128, MA	13h 28m	23:23	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags
Train	09:55	Boston Route 128, MA	13h 28m	23:23	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Rochester on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:57	Back Bay Station	10h 26m	23:23	Louise M. Slaughter Station	CheapestFastest
Train	06:50	Boston Route 128, MA	13h 25m	20:15	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags
Train	06:50	Boston Route 128, MA	13h 25m	20:15	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags
Train	09:55	Boston Route 128, MA	13h 28m	23:23	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags
Train	09:55	Boston Route 128, MA	13h 28m	23:23	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Rochester on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:57	Back Bay Station	10h 26m	23:23	Louise M. Slaughter Station	CheapestFastest
Train	08:28	Boston Route 128, MA	11h 47m	20:15	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags
Train	08:28	Boston Route 128, MA	11h 47m	20:15	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags
Train	19:01	Boston Route 128, MA	19h 12m	14:13	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags
Train	19:01	Boston Route 128, MA	19h 12m	14:13	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Rochester on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:57	Back Bay Station	10h 26m	23:23	Louise M. Slaughter Station	CheapestFastest
Train	08:28	Boston Route 128, MA	11h 47m	20:15	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags
Train	08:28	Boston Route 128, MA	11h 47m	20:15	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags
Train	19:01	Boston Route 128, MA	19h 12m	14:13	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags
Train	19:01	Boston Route 128, MA	19h 12m	14:13	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Rochester on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:57	Back Bay Station	10h 26m	23:23	Louise M. Slaughter Station	CheapestFastest
Train	08:28	Boston Route 128, MA	11h 47m	20:15	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags
Train	08:28	Boston Route 128, MA	11h 47m	20:15	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags
Train	19:01	Boston Route 128, MA	19h 12m	14:13	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags
Train	19:01	Boston Route 128, MA	19h 12m	14:13	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Rochester on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:57	Back Bay Station	10h 26m	23:23	Louise M. Slaughter Station	CheapestFastest
Train	08:28	Boston Route 128, MA	11h 47m	20:15	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags
Train	08:28	Boston Route 128, MA	11h 47m	20:15	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags
Train	19:01	Boston Route 128, MA	19h 12m	14:13	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags
Train	19:01	Boston Route 128, MA	19h 12m	14:13	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Rochester on 19 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:57	Back Bay Station	10h 26m	23:23	Louise M. Slaughter Station	CheapestFastest
Train	08:28	Boston Route 128, MA	11h 47m	20:15	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags
Train	08:28	Boston Route 128, MA	11h 47m	20:15	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags
Train	19:01	Boston Route 128, MA	19h 12m	14:13	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags
Train	19:01	Boston Route 128, MA	19h 12m	14:13	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:25 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Boston 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 15 minutes and with fares starting at just R 848, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day

13h 15mAverage duration

543 kmDistance

14kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 848 - R 6 004	Average duration13h 15m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 860 - R 7 553	Average duration13h 28m	CO₂ emissions 49kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 639 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5639 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 Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 860

Amtrak Boston Rochester recent customer reviews

Service was good. The conductors polite and helpful. The compartments were clean and seats comfortable. It ran on time. However the train service in USA needs a complete overhaul. The ride is very rocky. Our trains rides are no comparison to trains in China, France and even the modern Indian trains.

Satchidanand M.

28 September 2025

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Boston, MA, US to Rochester, NY, US by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Boston to Rochester?
The cheapest train tickets from Boston to Rochester start from R 860. The average price for this train route is around R 2 556. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Boston to Rochester?
The average train journey time from Boston to Rochester is 13h 28m, covering a distance of 539 km. The quickest train can get you there in 10h 26m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Boston to Rochester route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 7 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Boston to Rochester?
The earliest train from Boston to Rochester departs at 06:35. And the latest train departs at 19:01.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

10/12

R 3 346

11/12

R 1 294

Today

R 1 552

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R 1 294

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R 1 294

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R 1 552

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R 1 552

17/12

R 1 552

The cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to Rochester, NY, US was searched and found on 11 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 294

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 294 to R 15 176 for a train ticket from Boston, MA, US to Rochester, NY, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 294, which is on 2025-12-13.