How much is the train ticket from Rochester to Washington?

The cheapest train tickets from Rochester to Washington start at $117. The average price for this train route is around $285. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Rochester to Washington?

The average train trip from Rochester to Washington takes 11h 53m and covers 478 km. The quickest train gets you there in 11h 7m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Rochester to Washington route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 8 trains available per day.

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

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

Train Rochester to Washington from $112 | Refundable Tickets

Next available departures

Next departures for Rochester to Washington on March 22
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
1:34pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	17h 20m	6:54am	Union Station	Cheapest
5:40am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	11h 49m	5:29pm	Union Station	Fastest
5:40am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	12h 7m	5:47pm	Union Station	No tags
5:40am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	12h 48m	6:28pm	Union Station	No tags
1:34pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	17h 20m	6:54am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Rochester to Washington on March 23
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	1:34pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	13h 26m	3:00am	Union Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	5:40am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	10h 23m	4:03pm	Union Station	Fastest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	5:40am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	10h 23m	4:03pm	Union Station	No tags
	5:40am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	11h 45m	5:25pm	Union Station	No tags
	5:40am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	11h 45m	5:25pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Rochester to Washington on March 24
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	1:34pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	13h 26m	3:00am	Union Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	5:40am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	10h 23m	4:03pm	Union Station	Fastest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	5:40am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	10h 23m	4:03pm	Union Station	No tags
	5:40am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	11h 45m	5:25pm	Union Station	No tags
	5:40am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	11h 45m	5:25pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Rochester to Washington on March 25
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	1:34pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	13h 26m	3:00am	Union Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	5:40am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	10h 23m	4:03pm	Union Station	Fastest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	5:40am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	10h 23m	4:03pm	Union Station	No tags
	5:40am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	11h 45m	5:25pm	Union Station	No tags
	5:40am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	11h 45m	5:25pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Rochester to Washington on March 26
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	1:34pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	17h 20m	6:54am	Union Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	5:40am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	10h 23m	4:03pm	Union Station	Fastest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	5:40am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	10h 23m	4:03pm	Union Station	No tags
	5:40am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	11h 45m	5:25pm	Union Station	No tags
	5:40am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	11h 45m	5:25pm	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:35 PM EDT.

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 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just $89, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

27bus per day

13h 35mAverage Duration

477 kmDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$89 - $374	Average Duration13h 35m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$117 - $968	Average Duration11h 53m	CO₂ emissions 43kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,774 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 5774 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 $117

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling 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.

How much is the train ticket from Rochester to Washington?
The cheapest train tickets from Rochester to Washington start at $117. The average price for this train route is around $285. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Rochester to Washington?
The average train trip from Rochester to Washington takes 11h 53m and covers 478 km. The quickest train gets you there in 11h 7m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Rochester to Washington route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 8 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Rochester to Washington?
The earliest train from Rochester to Washington departs at 5:40am. 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

03-20

$292

03-21

$306

Today

$362

03-23

$179

03-24

$140

03-25

$140

03-26

$175

03-27

$153

The cheapest trip from Rochester, NY, US to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Mar 24, 2026 with a price of $140

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 $140 to $1,271 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 $140 which is on 2026-03-24.