How much is the train ticket from Washington to Rochester?

The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Rochester start from MX$1,475. The average price for this train route is around MX$3,462. 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 Washington to Rochester?

The average train ride duration from Washington to Rochester is 12h 55m, covering a distance of 296 miles (478 km). The quickest train can get you there in 11h 8m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Washington to Rochester route?

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

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

The earliest train departs from Washington to Rochester at 5:05am. And the latest train departs at 10:00pm.

Train Washington to Rochester from MX$1,405 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Washington to Rochester on April 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:00pm	Union Station	16h 13m	2:13pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	Cheapest
Train	8:50am	Union Station	11h 25m	8:15pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	Fastest
Train	7:20am	Union Station	12h 55m	8:15pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags
Train	7:20am	Union Station	12h 55m	8:15pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags
Train	7:20am	Union Station	16h 3m	11:23pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Rochester on April 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:00pm	Union Station	16h 13m	2:13pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	Cheapest
Train	8:50am	Union Station	11h 25m	8:15pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	Fastest
Train	5:05am	Union Station	12h 23m	5:28pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags
Train	5:05am	Union Station	12h 23m	5:28pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags
Train	7:20am	Union Station	12h 55m	8:15pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Rochester on April 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:00pm	Union Station	16h 13m	2:13pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	Cheapest
Train	8:50am	Union Station	11h 25m	8:15pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	Fastest
Train	5:05am	Union Station	12h 23m	5:28pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags
Train	5:05am	Union Station	12h 23m	5:28pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags
Train	7:20am	Union Station	12h 55m	8:15pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 2:51 PM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Washington 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 13 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just MX$1,176, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

23bus per day

13h 20mAverage Duration

294 milesDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceMX$1,176 - MX$4,856	Average Duration13h 20m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceMX$1,475 - MX$14,703	Average Duration12h 55m	CO₂ emissions 43kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/55,788 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.6

Based on 5788 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 MX$1,475

Amtrak Washington Rochester recent customer reviews

I want to be able to see which gate the train arrives at from the amtrak app. I liked that I could wander between the cars. Staff was very friendly and helpful.

Alissa R.

April 19, 2024

US train companies:Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Washington, DC, US 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 Washington to Rochester?
The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Rochester start from MX$1,475. The average price for this train route is around MX$3,462. 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 Washington to Rochester?
The average train ride duration from Washington to Rochester is 12h 55m, covering a distance of 296 miles (478 km). The quickest train can get you there in 11h 8m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Washington to Rochester route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 6 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Washington to Rochester?
The earliest train departs from Washington to Rochester at 5:05am. And the latest train departs at 10:00pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

04/18

MX$2,667

04/19

No data

Today

MX$2,080

04/21

No data

04/22

MX$1,974

04/23

MX$3,058

04/24

MX$1,511

04/25

MX$1,511

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Rochester, NY, US was searched and found on Apr 24, 2026 with a price of MX$1,511

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

You can expect to pay from MX$1,511 to MX$20,851 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to Rochester, NY, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at MX$1,511 which is on 2026-04-24.