How much is the train ticket from St. Louis to Rochester?

The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Rochester start from $83. The average price for this train route is around $184. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from St. Louis to Rochester?

The average train ride duration from St. Louis to Rochester is 1d , covering a distance of 727 miles (1172 km). The quickest train can get you there in 18h 5m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the St. Louis to Rochester route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from St. Louis to Rochester?

The earliest train departs from St. Louis to Rochester at 8:10am. And the latest train departs at 2:55pm.

Train St. Louis to Rochester from $79 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for St. Louis to Rochester on January 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	2:55pm	Gateway Station	18h 5m	10:00am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	CheapestFastest
Train	2:55pm	Gateway Station	18h 5m	10:00am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags
Train	2:55pm	Gateway Station	18h 5m	10:00am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:18 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from St. Louis to Rochester

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as the good way to reach Rochester. The journey takes about 1 day, 4 hours and with fares starting at just $126, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

1d 4hAverage Duration

727 milesDistance

29kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$126 - $271	Average Duration1d 4h	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$83 - $876	Average Duration1d	CO₂ emissions 107kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,743 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5743 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $83

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from St. Louis to Rochester, NY, US by train

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

How much is the train ticket from St. Louis to Rochester?
The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Rochester start from $83. The average price for this train route is around $184. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from St. Louis to Rochester?
The average train ride duration from St. Louis to Rochester is 1d , covering a distance of 727 miles (1172 km). The quickest train can get you there in 18h 5m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the St. Louis to Rochester route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from St. Louis to Rochester?
The earliest train departs from St. Louis to Rochester at 8:10am. And the latest train departs at 2:55pm.

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

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$245

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The cheapest trip from St. Louis to Rochester, NY, US was searched and found on Jan 17, 2026 with a price of $245

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