How much is the train ticket from Philadelphia to Rochester?

The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Rochester start from R 1 240. The average price for this train route is around R 2 692. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Philadelphia to Rochester?

The average train journey time from Philadelphia to Rochester is 10h 20m, covering a distance of 410 km. The quickest train can get you there in 8h 33m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Philadelphia to Rochester route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 8 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak , Amtrak Acela .

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

The earliest train from Philadelphia to Rochester departs at 03:25. And the latest train departs at 19:04.

Which is the best train operator from Philadelphia to Rochester?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela , with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia to Rochester?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Amtrak Acela has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.

Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Philadelphia to Rochester?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela , with a punctuality rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Philadelphia to Rochester?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Train Philadelphia to Rochester from R 1 178 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Philadelphia to Rochester on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:25	30th Street Station	11h 58m	23:23	Louise M. Slaughter Station	Cheapest
Train	11:25	30th Street Station	8h 33m	19:58	Louise M. Slaughter Station	Fastest
Train	03:25	30th Street Station	10h 48m	14:13	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags
Train	03:25	30th Street Station	10h 48m	14:13	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags
Train	05:15	30th Street Station	8h 58m	14:13	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Rochester on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	05:15	30th Street Station	8h 58m	14:13	Louise M. Slaughter Station	CheapestFastest
Train	03:25	30th Street Station	10h 48m	14:13	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags
Train	03:25	30th Street Station	10h 48m	14:13	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags
Train	05:15	30th Street Station	8h 58m	14:13	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags
Train	08:20	30th Street Station	9h 8m	17:28	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Rochester on 15 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	10:50	30th Street Station	9h 25m	20:15	Louise M. Slaughter Station	Cheapest
	Train	08:05	30th Street Station	9h 23m	17:28	Louise M. Slaughter Station	Fastest
	Train	03:25	30th Street Station	10h 48m	14:13	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	07:32	30th Street Station	9h 56m	17:28	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags
	Train	03:25	30th Street Station	10h 48m	14:13	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Rochester on 16 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	03:25	30th Street Station	10h 48m	14:13	Louise M. Slaughter Station	Cheapest
	Train	08:05	30th Street Station	9h 23m	17:28	Louise M. Slaughter Station	Fastest
	Train	03:25	30th Street Station	10h 48m	14:13	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	07:32	30th Street Station	9h 56m	17:28	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags
	Train	06:58	30th Street Station	10h 30m	17:28	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Rochester on 17 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	03:25	30th Street Station	10h 48m	14:13	Louise M. Slaughter Station	Cheapest
	Train	08:05	30th Street Station	9h 23m	17:28	Louise M. Slaughter Station	Fastest
	Train	03:25	30th Street Station	10h 48m	14:13	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	07:32	30th Street Station	9h 56m	17:28	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags
	Train	06:58	30th Street Station	10h 30m	17:28	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Rochester on 18 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	03:25	30th Street Station	10h 48m	14:13	Louise M. Slaughter Station	Cheapest
	Train	08:05	30th Street Station	9h 23m	17:28	Louise M. Slaughter Station	Fastest
	Train	03:25	30th Street Station	10h 48m	14:13	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	07:32	30th Street Station	9h 56m	17:28	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags
	Train	06:58	30th Street Station	10h 30m	17:28	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Rochester on 19 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	03:25	30th Street Station	10h 48m	14:13	Louise M. Slaughter Station	Cheapest
	Train	08:05	30th Street Station	9h 23m	17:28	Louise M. Slaughter Station	Fastest
	Train	03:25	30th Street Station	10h 48m	14:13	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	07:32	30th Street Station	9h 56m	17:28	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags
	Train	06:58	30th Street Station	10h 30m	17:28	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Philadelphia 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 10 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 947, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

35bus per day

10h 50mAverage duration

414 kmDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 947 - R 5 796	Average duration10h 50m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 240 - R 17 338	Average duration10h 20m	CO₂ emissions 37kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 639 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Amtrak Acela

4.5/514 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi4

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia to Rochester?
The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Rochester start from R 1 240. The average price for this train route is around R 2 692. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Philadelphia to Rochester?
The average train journey time from Philadelphia to Rochester is 10h 20m, covering a distance of 410 km. The quickest train can get you there in 8h 33m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Philadelphia to Rochester route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 8 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak, Amtrak Acela.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Philadelphia to Rochester?
The earliest train from Philadelphia to Rochester departs at 03:25. And the latest train departs at 19:04.
Which is the best train operator from Philadelphia to Rochester?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia to Rochester?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Amtrak Acela has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Philadelphia to Rochester?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with a punctuality rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Philadelphia to Rochester?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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 2 650

11/12

R 2 183

Today

R 3 014

13/12

R 2 546

14/12

R 2 772

15/12

R 2 339

16/12

R 2 339

17/12

R 1 906

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Rochester, NY, US was searched and found on 17 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 906

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 906 to R 11 795 for a train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Rochester, NY, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 906, which is on 2025-12-17.