Train from Richmond, VA, US to Rochester, NY, US: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Richmond to Rochester on 14 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakTrain
Staples Mill Road
Louise M. Slaughter StationCheapest
AmtrakTrain
Staples Mill Road
Louise M. Slaughter StationFastest
AmtrakTrain
Staples Mill Road
Louise M. Slaughter StationNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Staples Mill Road
Louise M. Slaughter StationNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Staples Mill Road
Louise M. Slaughter StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Richmond 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 16 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 404, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14bus per day
16h 5mAverage duration
626 kmDistance
16kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 1 404 - R 7 614Average duration16h 5m
16kg CO₂e
Average priceR 1 937 - R 13 717Average duration15h 56m
56kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Richmond, VA, 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.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Richmond to Rochester?

    The cheapest train tickets from Richmond to Rochester start from R 1 937. The average price for this train route is around R 4 837. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Richmond to Rochester?

    The average train journey time from Richmond to Rochester is 15h 56m, covering a distance of 617 km. The quickest train can get you there in 14h 10m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Richmond to Rochester route?

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

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Richmond to Rochester?

    The earliest train from Richmond to Rochester departs at 04:52. And the latest train departs at 14:11.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
11/12
R 4 411
12/12
No data
Today
R 5 639
14/12
R 6 608
15/12
R 2 820
16/12
R 2 958
17/12
R 1 851
18/12
R 3 114
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Rochester, NY, US was searched and found on 17 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 851

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 851 to R 16 208 for a train ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Rochester, NY, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 851, which is on 2025-12-17.

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