How much does a train ticket from Rochester to Albany cost?

The average train ticket price from Rochester to Albany is $46. The best way to find train tickets from Rochester to Albany 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 Albany?

A train trip between Rochester and Albany is around 4h 31m, although the fastest train will take about 4h 2m. This is the time it takes to travel the 199 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Rochester and Albany?

The number of trains from Rochester to Albany 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 Albany by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Rochester to Albany?

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

Train Rochester to Albany from $43 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Rochester to Albany on November 12
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	1:34pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	4h 31m	6:05pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	CheapestFastest
	Train	1:34pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	4h 31m	6:05pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags

Next departures for Rochester to Albany on November 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:40am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	4h 2m	9:42am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	CheapestFastest
Train	5:40am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	4h 2m	9:42am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	8:34am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	4h 5m	12:39pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	8:34am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	4h 5m	12:39pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	10:06am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	4h 47m	2:53pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	10:06am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	4h 47m	2:53pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	1:34pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	4h 31m	6:05pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	10:06am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	7h 59m	6:05pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags

Next departures for Rochester to Albany on November 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:40am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	4h 2m	9:42am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	CheapestFastest
Train	5:40am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	4h 2m	9:42am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	8:34am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	4h 5m	12:39pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	10:06am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	4h 47m	2:53pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	10:06am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	4h 47m	2:53pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	1:34pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	4h 31m	6:05pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	1:34pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	4h 31m	6:05pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	10:06am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	7h 59m	6:05pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags

Next departures for Rochester to Albany on November 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:40am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	4h 2m	9:42am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	CheapestFastest
Train	5:40am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	4h 2m	9:42am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	8:34am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	4h 5m	12:39pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	8:34am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	4h 5m	12:39pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	10:06am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	4h 47m	2:53pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	10:06am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	4h 47m	2:53pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	1:34pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	4h 31m	6:05pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	10:06am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	7h 59m	6:05pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags

Next departures for Rochester to Albany on November 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:40am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	4h 2m	9:42am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	CheapestFastest
Train	5:40am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	4h 2m	9:42am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	8:34am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	4h 5m	12:39pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	8:34am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	4h 5m	12:39pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	10:06am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	4h 47m	2:53pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	10:06am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	4h 47m	2:53pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	1:34pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	4h 31m	6:05pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	1:34pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	4h 31m	6:05pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags

Next departures for Rochester to Albany on November 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:40am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	4h 2m	9:42am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	CheapestFastest
Train	5:40am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	4h 2m	9:42am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	8:34am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	4h 5m	12:39pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	8:34am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	4h 5m	12:39pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	10:06am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	4h 47m	2:53pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	10:06am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	4h 47m	2:53pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	1:34pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	4h 31m	6:05pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	10:06am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	7h 59m	6:05pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags

Next departures for Rochester to Albany on November 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:40am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	4h 2m	9:42am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	CheapestFastest
Train	5:40am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	4h 2m	9:42am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	8:34am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	4h 5m	12:39pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	8:34am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	4h 5m	12:39pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	10:06am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	4h 47m	2:53pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	10:06am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	4h 47m	2:53pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	1:34pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	4h 31m	6:05pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	1:34pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	4h 31m	6:05pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags

Next departures for Rochester to Albany on November 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:40am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	4h 2m	9:42am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	CheapestFastest
Train	5:40am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	4h 2m	9:42am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	8:34am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	4h 5m	12:39pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	8:34am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	4h 5m	12:39pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	10:06am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	4h 47m	2:53pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	10:06am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	4h 47m	2:53pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	1:34pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	4h 31m	6:05pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	1:34pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	4h 31m	6:05pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:57 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Rochester to Albany

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Albany. The journey takes about 4 hours 31 minutes and with fares starting at just $46, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5train per day

4h 31mAverage Duration

199 milesDistance

29kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$31 - $216	Average Duration10h 20m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$46 - $124	Average Duration4h 31m	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,582 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5582 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 $46

Amtrak Rochester Albany recent customer reviews

Had and outlet nearby, all a guy needs really.

Akshay K.

October 13, 2024

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

Frequently asked questions for your trip Rochester, NY, US - Albany, NY

How much does a train ticket from Rochester to Albany cost?
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Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11/10

$50

11/11

$50

Today

$43

11/13

$43

11/14

$43

11/15

$43

11/16

$43

11/17

$50

The cheapest trip from Rochester, NY, US to Albany, NY was searched and found on Nov 12, 2025 with a price of $43

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 Albany, NY, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $43 to $625 for a train ticket from Rochester, NY, US to Albany, NY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $43 which is on 2025-11-13.

What's the cheapest way to go from Rochester, NY, US to Albany, NY?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time10h 20m	Avg Price$54	Daily Departures7
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time4h 31m	Avg Price$46	Daily Departures5

The best way to travel between Rochester, NY, US and Albany, NY is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $46 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $46. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Albany, NY, choose the train, as it will take you from Rochester, NY, US to Albany, NY in about 4h 31m - that's the fastest way to get there!