How much is the train ticket from Syracuse to Rochester?

The cheapest train tickets from Syracuse to Rochester start from R 416. The average price for this train route is around R 416. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Syracuse to Rochester?

The average train journey time from Syracuse to Rochester is 1h 16m, covering a distance of 118 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 16m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Syracuse to Rochester route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 4 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Syracuse to Rochester departs at 12:57. And the latest train departs at 22:05.

Train Syracuse to Rochester from R 381 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Syracuse to Rochester on 11 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	22:05	Amtrak Station	1h 18m	23:23	Louise M. Slaughter Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	22:05	Amtrak Station	1h 18m	23:23	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags

Next departures from Syracuse to Rochester on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	18:59	Amtrak Station	1h 16m	20:15	Louise M. Slaughter Station	Cheapest
Train	12:57	Amtrak Station	1h 16m	14:13	Louise M. Slaughter Station	Fastest
Train	12:57	Amtrak Station	1h 16m	14:13	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags
Train	16:02	Amtrak Station	1h 26m	17:28	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags
Train	16:02	Amtrak Station	1h 26m	17:28	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags

Next departures from Syracuse to Rochester on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:57	Amtrak Station	1h 16m	14:13	Louise M. Slaughter Station	CheapestFastest
Train	12:57	Amtrak Station	1h 16m	14:13	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags
Train	16:02	Amtrak Station	1h 26m	17:28	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags
Train	16:02	Amtrak Station	1h 26m	17:28	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags
Train	18:59	Amtrak Station	1h 16m	20:15	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags

Next departures from Syracuse to Rochester on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:02	Amtrak Station	1h 26m	17:28	Louise M. Slaughter Station	Cheapest
Train	12:57	Amtrak Station	1h 16m	14:13	Louise M. Slaughter Station	Fastest
Train	12:57	Amtrak Station	1h 16m	14:13	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags
Train	16:02	Amtrak Station	1h 26m	17:28	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags
Train	18:59	Amtrak Station	1h 16m	20:15	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags

Next departures from Syracuse to Rochester on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:57	Amtrak Station	1h 16m	14:13	Louise M. Slaughter Station	CheapestFastest
Train	16:02	Amtrak Station	1h 26m	17:28	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags
Train	16:02	Amtrak Station	1h 26m	17:28	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags
Train	18:59	Amtrak Station	1h 16m	20:15	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags
Train	18:59	Amtrak Station	1h 16m	20:15	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags

Next departures from Syracuse to Rochester on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:57	Amtrak Station	1h 16m	14:13	Louise M. Slaughter Station	CheapestFastest
Train	16:02	Amtrak Station	1h 26m	17:28	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags
Train	16:02	Amtrak Station	1h 26m	17:28	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags
Train	18:59	Amtrak Station	1h 16m	20:15	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags
Train	18:59	Amtrak Station	1h 16m	20:15	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags

Next departures from Syracuse to Rochester on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:02	Amtrak Station	1h 26m	17:28	Louise M. Slaughter Station	Cheapest
Train	12:57	Amtrak Station	1h 16m	14:13	Louise M. Slaughter Station	Fastest
Train	12:57	Amtrak Station	1h 16m	14:13	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags
Train	16:02	Amtrak Station	1h 26m	17:28	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags
Train	18:59	Amtrak Station	1h 16m	20:15	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags

Next departures from Syracuse to Rochester on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:57	Amtrak Station	1h 16m	14:13	Louise M. Slaughter Station	CheapestFastest
Train	16:02	Amtrak Station	1h 26m	17:28	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags
Train	16:02	Amtrak Station	1h 26m	17:28	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags
Train	18:59	Amtrak Station	1h 16m	20:15	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags
Train	18:59	Amtrak Station	1h 16m	20:15	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Syracuse to Rochester

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Rochester. The journey takes about 1 hour 16 minutes and with fares starting at just R 416, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day

1h 16mAverage duration

118 kmDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 332 - R 868	Average duration1h 30m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 416 - R 845	Average duration1h 16m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 637 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5637 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 416

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Syracuse, 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 Syracuse to Rochester?
The cheapest train tickets from Syracuse to Rochester start from R 416. The average price for this train route is around R 416. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Syracuse to Rochester?
The average train journey time from Syracuse to Rochester is 1h 16m, covering a distance of 118 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 16m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Syracuse to Rochester route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 4 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Syracuse to Rochester?
The earliest train from Syracuse to Rochester departs at 12:57. And the latest train departs at 22:05.

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The cheapest trip from Syracuse, US to Rochester, NY, US was searched and found on 09 Dec 2025 with a price of R 381

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

You can expect to pay from R 381 to R 6 953 for a train ticket from Syracuse, US to Rochester, NY, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 381, which is on 2025-12-12.

What's the cheapest way to go from Syracuse, US to Rochester, NY, US?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time1h 30m	Avg priceR 436	Daily departures15
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time1h 16m	Avg priceR 416	Daily departures4

The best way to travel between Syracuse, US and Rochester, NY, US is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost R 416 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 416. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Rochester, NY, US, choose the train, as it will take you from Syracuse, US to Rochester, NY, US in about 1h 16m – that's the fastest way to get there!