Train from Rochester, NY, US to Washington, DC, US: Tickets & Schedules

Next departures

Next departures for Rochester to Washington on January 28
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
Louise M. Slaughter Station
Union StationCheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela
Louise M. Slaughter Station
Union StationFastest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela
Louise M. Slaughter Station
Union StationNo tags
Amtrak
Louise M. Slaughter Station
Union StationNo tags
Amtrak
Louise M. Slaughter Station
Union StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Rochester to Washington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 13 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $62, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

21bus per day
13h 25mAverage Duration
296 milesDistance
12kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$62 - $307Average Duration13h 25m
12kg CO₂e
Average Price$83 - $647Average Duration12h 7m
43kg CO₂e

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

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

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

    The cheapest train tickets from Rochester to Washington start from $83. The average price for this train route is around $193. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

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

    The average train ride duration from Rochester to Washington is 12h 7m, covering a distance of 296 miles (478 km). The quickest train can get you there in 11h 23m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators service the Rochester to Washington route?

    Several major train operators operate on this route with 8 trains available per day.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Rochester to Washington?

    The earliest train departs from Rochester to Washington at 5:40am. And the latest train departs at 1:34pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
01/25
$126
01/26
$159
Today
$93
01/28
$85
01/29
No data
01/30
$117
01/31
$144
02/01
No data
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Rochester, NY, US to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Jan 28, 2026 with a price of $85

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

You can expect to pay from $85 to $711 for a train ticket from Rochester, NY, US to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $85 which is on 2026-01-28.

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