How much does a train ticket from Rochester to New York City cost?

The average train ticket price from Rochester to New York City is $78. The best way to find train tickets from Rochester to New York City is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Rochester to New York City?

A train trip between Rochester and New York City is around 8h 36m, although the fastest train will take about 7h 5m. This is the time it takes to travel the 251 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Rochester and New York City?

The number of trains from Rochester to New York City can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 5. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Rochester to New York City by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Rochester to New York City?

When taking the train from Rochester to New York City, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

What are the best sights and things to do in New York City?

Once in New York City, you can exploring the city. The top sights and things to do are Metropolitan Museum of Art, Empire State Building, Museum of Modern Art (MoMA), Bronx Zoo, Central Park.

Train Rochester to New York City from $57 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Rochester to New York City on November 6
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
1:34pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	8h 41m	10:15pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
5:40am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	7h 5m	12:45pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
8:34am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	7h 11m	3:45pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
10:06am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	8h 36m	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
10:06am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	8h 36m	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for Rochester to New York City on November 7
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:06am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	8h 36m	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
5:40am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	7h 5m	12:45pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
10:06am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	8h 36m	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
1:34pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	8h 41m	10:15pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
10:06am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	12h 9m	10:15pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for Rochester to New York City on November 8
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:06am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	8h 36m	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
5:40am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	7h 5m	12:45pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
8:34am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	7h 11m	3:45pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
10:06am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	8h 36m	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
1:34pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	8h 41m	10:15pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for Rochester to New York City on November 9
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
1:34pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	8h 41m	10:15pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
5:40am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	7h 5m	12:45pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
8:34am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	7h 11m	3:45pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
10:06am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	8h 36m	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
10:06am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	8h 36m	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for Rochester to New York City on November 10
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
1:34pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	8h 41m	10:15pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
5:40am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	7h 5m	12:45pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
8:34am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	7h 11m	3:45pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
10:06am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	8h 36m	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
10:06am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	8h 36m	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for Rochester to New York City on November 11
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
1:34pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	8h 41m	10:15pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
5:40am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	7h 5m	12:45pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
8:34am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	7h 11m	3:45pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
10:06am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	8h 36m	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
10:06am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	8h 36m	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for Rochester to New York City on November 12
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
1:34pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	8h 41m	10:15pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
5:40am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	7h 5m	12:45pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
8:34am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	7h 11m	3:45pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
10:06am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	8h 36m	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
10:06am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	8h 36m	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for Rochester to New York City on November 13
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:06am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	8h 36m	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
5:40am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	7h 5m	12:45pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
5:40am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	7h 5m	12:45pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
8:34am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	7h 11m	3:45pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
10:06am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	8h 36m	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Rochester to New York City

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach New York City. The journey takes about 7 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $33, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

16bus per day

7h 5mAverage Duration

249 milesDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$33 - $139	Average Duration7h 5m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$61 - $166	Average Duration8h 36m	CO₂ emissions 37kg CO₂e

Train Rochester, NY, US to New York City: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$78

Average train trip duration8h 36m

Number of daily trains5

Earliest train departure5:33am

Distance249 miles (401 km)

Latest train departure1:37pm

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,566 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

According to customer reviews, the Amtrak train from Rochester to NY received positive feedback. However, the bus trip from Canal Street to Rochester was described as the worst experience. It's important to note that some reviews mentioned cancellations due to a winter storm.

Amtrak Rochester New York City recent customer reviews

Amtrak Train from Rochester to NY was great. The bus trip from Canal Street to Rochester was the worst.

Colleen Marie G.

March 21, 2023

First time and was nice trip.

Vikki O.

February 10, 2025

I enjoyed all services

Kiana S.

June 6, 2024

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

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

Best price found

11/04

$83

11/05

$83

Today

$83

11/07

$95

11/08

$83

11/09

$108

11/10

$83

11/11

$65

The cheapest trip from Rochester, NY, US to New York City was searched and found on Nov 11, 2025 with a price of $65

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 New York City, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $65 to $363 for a train ticket from Rochester, NY, US to New York City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $65 which is on 2025-11-11.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Rochester and New York City is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in New York City.

Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to New York City, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

By choosing the train between Rochester and New York City, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

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Did you know?

You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one traveling between the city and the suburbs.

You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers traveled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

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