Trains tickets from Schenectady to Rochester, NY, US

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TodayJul 27
from $52
TomorrowJul 28
from $60
TueJul 29
from $45
WedJul 30
from $60
ThuJul 31
from $52
FriAug 1
from $45
SatAug 2
from $45
SunAug 3

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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: July 28 at
    Departure city: Schenectady
    Departure location: Schenectady Station
    Arrival time: July 28 at
    Destination city: Rochester
    Destination location: Louise M. Slaughter Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
    Departure time: July 28 at
    Departure city: Schenectady
    Departure location: Schenectady Station
    Arrival time: July 28 at
    Destination city: Rochester
    Destination location: Louise M. Slaughter Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: July 28 at
    Departure city: Schenectady
    Departure location: Schenectady Station
    Arrival time: July 28 at
    Destination city: Rochester
    Destination location: Louise M. Slaughter Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: July 28 at
    Departure city: Schenectady
    Departure location: Schenectady Station
    Arrival time: July 28 at
    Destination city: Rochester
    Destination location: Louise M. Slaughter Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: July 28 at
    Departure city: Schenectady
    Departure location: Schenectady Station
    Arrival time: July 28 at
    Destination city: Rochester
    Destination location: Louise M. Slaughter Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Schenectady to Rochester.

Bus
Average Price$32 - $170Average Duration4h 45m
7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average Price$45 - $107Average Duration3h 50m
27kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Schenectady to Rochester

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Rochester. The journey takes about 3 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $45, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day
3h 50mAverage Duration
$45Cheapest ticket
27kgCO₂ emissions

Train Schenectady to Rochester, NY, US: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$52
Average train trip duration3h 50m
Number of daily trains4
Earliest train departure10:34am
Distance187 miles (301 km)
Latest train departure7:33pm

Schenectady to Rochester Train

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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
07/25
$42
07/26
$76
Today
$49
07/28
$56
07/29
$42
07/30
$56
07/31
$49
08/01
$42
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Schenectady to Rochester, NY, US was searched and found on Jul 25, 2025 with a price of $42

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

You can expect to pay from $42 to $570 for a train ticket from Schenectady to Rochester, NY, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $42 which is on 2025-07-29.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Schenectady to Rochester is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Rochester you take, 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.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Schenectady and Rochester compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

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Did you know?

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

Japanese trains are always on time, it is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologize to each passenger.

New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.

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

busbud logoThe train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between Schenectady and Rochester, NY, US is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $52 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $45. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Rochester, NY, US, choose the train, as it will take you from Schenectady to Rochester, NY, US in about 3h 50m - that's the fastest way to get there!

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Train from Rochester, NY, US to Schenectady

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