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

The average train ticket price from Washington to Rochester is $188. The best way to find train tickets from Washington to Rochester 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 Washington to Rochester?

A train trip between Washington and Rochester is around 12h 51m, although the fastest train will take about 11h 13m. This is the time it takes to travel the 296 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Washington and Rochester?

The number of trains from Washington to Rochester can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Washington to Rochester by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Washington to Rochester?

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

Train Washington to Rochester from $79 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Washington to Rochester on September 27
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		10:00pm	Union Station	16h 20m	2:20pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	CheapestFastest
		10:00pm	Union Station	16h 20m	2:20pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Rochester on September 28
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:00pm	Union Station	16h 20m	2:20pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	Cheapest
6:15am	Union Station	11h 20m	5:35pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	Fastest
6:15am	Union Station	11h 20m	5:35pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags
10:15am	Union Station	13h 8m	11:23pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags
11:25am	Union Station	11h 58m	11:23pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Rochester on October 2
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:00pm	Union Station	16h 20m	2:20pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	Cheapest
8:50am	Union Station	11h 32m	8:22pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	Fastest
8:50am	Union Station	11h 32m	8:22pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags
10:32am	Union Station	12h 51m	11:23pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags
10:32am	Union Station	12h 51m	11:23pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Washington to Rochester.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$70 - $272	Average Duration13h 20m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$83 - $438	Average Duration12h 51m	CO₂ emissions 43kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Washington to Rochester

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Rochester. The journey takes about 13 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $70, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

20bus per day

13h 20mAverage Duration

$70Cheapest ticket

12kgCO₂ emissions

Train Washington, DC, US to Rochester, NY, US: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$188

Average train trip duration12h 51m

Number of daily trains3

Earliest train departure5:05am

Distance296 miles (477 km)

Latest train departure10:00pm

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,483 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5483 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 $83

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

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Brightline

Washington to Rochester Train

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

Best price found

09/25

$255

09/26

$168

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$193

09/28

$228

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09/30

$93

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$193

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Rochester, NY, US was searched and found on Sep 30, 2025 with a price of $93

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 $93 to $1,098 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 $93 which is on 2025-09-30.

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 Washington and Rochester is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Rochester.

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.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Washington and Rochester, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Washington to Rochester, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

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.

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.

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while traveling more than 17,000 km.

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